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86 Avon Hill Street

Cambridge, MA 02140
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Bed 6

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt2,781

Sqft

Acres0.07

Acre(Lot)

Set on one of Cambridge's most admired residential streets - wide, tree-canopied and lined with magnificent Victorian and Second Empire residences-, this well-maintained c.1880 attached single-family home, elevated above the street, is brimming with period character, soaring 9-foot ceilings, generously propertioned rooms, abundant natural light and a classic floor plan designed for comfortable living and gracious entertaining. A large deck overlooks a tapestry of towering trees and verdant gardens, creating a private retreat accompanied by birdsong and seasonal beauty. The second floor offers four bedrooms and a full bath, including the potential to create a luxurious primary suite. The top level provides another bedroom with ensuite bath and flex space for guests, work, or retreat. Untapp ed LL potential. A rare chance to become the steward of a home in an iconic setting, premium address, moments from Porter & Harvard Squares, acclaimed restaurants, shops, universities and the Red line

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $2,495,000

AD Id : 85054972

MLS Id : 73537440

Beds : 6

Lot Size : 0.07 Acre

Living Area Size : 2,781

Year Built : 1880

County : Middlesex

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  • Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Kitchen Information

    Dining Room Remarks: Flooring - Hardwood Kitchen Room Remarks: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

    Room Information

    Total Bedroom: 6 Window Feature: Storm Window(s)
  • Flooring Information

    Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Bedroom Roof: Shingle Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer Laundry Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Second Floor
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas Cooling: None WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1880 Construction Materials: Frame Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Exterior Features

    Deck - Composite, Garden, Stone Wall
    Foundation Details: Stone
    Porch: Deck - Composite

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Other Lot Size Area: 0.07 Lot Size Units: Acres Lot Square Feet: 3,247 Lot Acres: 0.07 Main Square Feet: 0.07

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family ResidenceStyle: Colonial SQ ft (Living Area): 2,781 Subdivision: Avon Hill Historic District

  • Listing Price Information

    Original Listing Price: $2495000

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 415135 Annual Tax: $12175

  • Parking Information

    On Street

  • Senior High School: Crls
  • Utility Information

    for Gas Range
  • Location Information

    Direction: Upland Road to Avon Hill Street towards Linnaean Street
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/20/2026 @ 21:37

MLS: 73537440 LISTED BY: Sandrine Deschaux, RE/MAX Real Estate Center 617-576-3800 SOURCE: MLS Property Information Network

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