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196 Prospect St

Cambridge, MA 02139
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 5

Bath

SqFt2,556

Sqft

Acres0.07

Acre(Lot)

Exceptional single-family ideally located between Harvard and MIT, Central Sq. and Inman Sq., less than a mile from Kendall Sq. Completely renovated and Award Winning designed, this 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence offers contemporary luxury living. A welcoming vestibule leads into a comfortable living room, while the stunning chef’s kitchen showcases premium finishes, a large center island perfect for entertaining, a dedicated coffee station w. beverage cooler & a bright breakfast area. The versatile main level also features an open-concept living and formal dining space that can easily serve as a 1st floor bedroom. A conveniently located laundry closet and powder room complete this floor. The 2nd level offers two spacious ensuite bedrooms, each with beautifully appointed bathrooms. Occupyin g the entire top floor, the private master suite features abundant natural light, skylights, and a charming wall-to-wall window seating area. A full basement provides extensive storage space.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $2,205,000

AD Id : 76774362

MLS Id : 73495701

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.07 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,556

Year Built : 1854

County : Middlesex

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  • Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 5 Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 1

    Kitchen Information

    Dining Room Remarks: Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting Kitchen Room Remarks: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Wet Bar, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove

    Room Information

    Total Bedroom: 4
  • Flooring Information

    Tile, Hardwood
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Bathroom - Full, Bathroom Roof: Shingle Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Central, Natural Gas Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1854 Construction Materials: Stone Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Exterior Features

    Patio, Fenced Yard
    Foundation Details: Granite
    Porch: Patio
  • Road Types

    Paved
    Public
  • Fencing

    Fenced

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Level Lot Size Area: 0.07 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Square Feet: 2,881 Lot Acres: 0.07 Main Square Feet: 0.07

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family ResidenceStyle: Other (See Remarks) SQ ft (Living Area): 2,556

  • Listing Price Information

    Original Listing Price: $2275000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 403229 Annual Tax: $15648

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 1 Off Street, Leased, On Street

  • Utility Information

    for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Location Information

    Direction: Mass. Ave to Prospect St.
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/06/2026 @ 00:42

MLS: 73495701 LISTED BY: Nathan Long, Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge 617-864-4430 SOURCE: MLS Property Information Network

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