153 River Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
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$1,769,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1885 SQFT
0.11 Acre
HOA: N/A

Property Description

Cambridgeport - This light-filled c.1873 historic single family home sits on a picturesque and sunny corner lot with a large tree-filled yard with spring flowers, shrubs, a noteworthy old-growth Chinese Elm tree and a detached garage/shop, accessible from Jay Street. This enchanting Victorian house retains the character of its era with an original staircase, a bay-windowed front living room and a dining room with a classic covered porch. Reimagined in the late nineties, the delightful 2-story family room in the back surprises you with skylights, gas fireplace, 3-glass door to a platform deck and a cheerful handcrafted kitchen with an old-style pantry. The 2nd floor has 2 bed, 1 w-i-c, 1 large 4-piece bath, and the gut rehab 3rd floor under vaulted ceilings adds a 3rd bedroom with skylights. This loved house with solar panels, waterproofed basement, newer windows, and updated systems awaits your input to make it yours. Walk to Central, Kendall, Harvard squares and the Charles River.

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Amenities

  • Park
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • Swimming Pool
  • Tennis Court
  • T-Station
  • University

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Level: First Floor
  • Countertops - Upgraded, Flooring - Wood, Pantry, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Dining Room Level: First Floor
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Exterior Access, Flooring - Wood

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First Floor
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Closet, Flooring - Wood

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Third Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling - Cathedral, Skylight

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Living Room Level: First Floor
  • Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Family Room Level: First Floor
  • Family Room Features: Ceiling - Cathedral, Ceiling Fan(s), Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Flooring - Hardwood, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
  • Laundry Room Features: Concrete Floor, Interior Access, Unfinished Basement

Utilities

  • Heating: Central Heat, Ductless Mini-Split System, Gas, Hot Air Gravity, Hot Water Radiators, Pellet Stove, Steam, Unit Control
  • Heat Zones: 6
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split System
  • Cooling Zones: 5
  • Electric Info: 200 Amps, Net Meter
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Other (See Remarks), Prog. Thermostat, Varies per Unit
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water, Private
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer, Private

Garage & Parking

  • Garage Parking: Detached, Storage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: 1-10 Spaces, Improved Driveway, Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 1885
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Features: Finish - Cement Plaster, Finish - Sheetrock
  • Accessability Features: Unknown

Construction

  • Year Built: 1873
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Floating Home, Low-Rise, Victorian
  • Construction Type: Aluminum, Frame
  • Foundation Info: Brick, Other (See Remarks), Poured Concrete
  • Roof Material: Aluminum, Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles, Other (See Remarks)
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Pine, Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Gutters, Porch, Professional Landscaping
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Distance to Beach: 0 to 1/10 Mile
  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beach Description: River

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73341727
  • Last Updated: 03/05/25
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown
  • Terms: Other (See Remarks), Special

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Date Event Price Price/Sq Ft Source
03/05/2025New$1,769,000$938MLSPIN

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Seller's Representative: Sandrine Deschaux, RE/MAX Real Estate Center
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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