81 Garfield St, Cambridge, MA 02138
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$2,895,000
4 Beds
4 Baths
2486 SQFT
Acres: N/A
$200 HOA

Property Description

A masterfully reimagined 2016 Hill Harder Development project, this extraordinary Mansard style home occupies a prominent corner on one of Cambridge's most picturesque streets and lives like a single-family. Timeless character blends seamlessly with exceptional modern design, highlighted by soaring 11-foot ceilings, and a graceful original staircase. The beautifully appointed chef's kitchen features professional-grade appliances, tall cabinets and stone counters, flowing effortlessly into elegant living and dining spaces with French doors opening to a beautifully landscaped private patio and fenced garden. Well proportioned bedrooms span the upper levels, while the expansive lower level offers a media room and a spacious ensuite guest suite. Radiant heated floors, spa-inspired baths, smart home technology, high-efficiency systems, and off-street parking for 2 cars complete this exceptional offering, moments from Harvard and Porter Squares and Cambridge's finest restaurants.

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Amenities

  • Amenities: Bike Path, Highway Access, Medical Facility, Park, Private School, Public School, Public Transportation, Shopping, T-Station, University, Walk/Jog Trails
  • Association Fee Includes: Landscaping, Master Insurance, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Range, Refrigerator, Vent Hood, Wall Oven, Washer

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 3
  • Half Baths 1
  • Master Bath: 1

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 7

Utilities

  • Heating: Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), Forced Air, Heat Pump, Radiant
  • Heat Zones: 4
  • Cooling: Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP), Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Unit Features

  • Square Feet: 2486
  • Unit Building: 81
  • Unit Level: 1
  • Floors: 4
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Condo Complex Information

  • Condo Type: Condo
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Year Converted: 2016
  • Number of Units: 2
  • Number of Units Owner Occupied: 2
  • Owner Occupied Data Source: owner
  • Elevator: No
  • Condo Association: U
  • HOA Fee: $200
  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Management: Owner Association

Construction

  • Year Built: 1873
  • Style: Townhouse
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Roof Material: Slate
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Flooring Type: Concrete, Hardwood, Tile, Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: Exclusive Parking, Off-Street, Tandem
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Exterior & Grounds

  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Patio
  • Pool: No

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73551177
  • Last Updated: 07/20/26

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
07/20/2026Active$2,895,000$1,165MLSPIN
07/16/2026New$2,895,000$1,165MLSPIN
11/16/2016Extended$2,350,000$945MLSPIN
11/10/2016Extended$2,350,000$920MLSPIN
10/21/2016Active$2,350,000$945MLSPIN
09/28/2016Active$2,350,000$920MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Jennifer Gelfand, Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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