196 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA 02139
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 North East
Listed by: nathan long
Office: coldwell banker realty - cambridge
MLS#:73495701
Source:MLSPIN
Price summary
- Price:$2,205,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$862.68
About this home
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. Occupying 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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Home facts
- Year built:1854
- Listing ID #:73495701
- Updated:June 10, 2026 at 10:35 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:4
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:8
- Flooring:Hardwood, Tile
- Dining Description:Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
- Bathrooms Description:Bathroom, Bathroom - Full
- Kitchen Description:Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dishwasher, Disposal, Flooring - Hardwood, Gas Stove, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Open Floorplan, Range, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wet Bar
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
- Living area:2,556 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:3 Cooling Zones, Central Air
- Heating:Central, Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1854
- Building area:2,556 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.07 Acres
- Lot Features:Level
- Construction Materials:Stone
- Exterior Features:Patio
- Foundation Description:Granite
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,205,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$862.68
- Tax amount:$15,648 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Electric Dryer Hookup, First Floor, Washer, Washer Hookup
- Amenities:Gas Water Heater
Parking
- Total parking spaces:1
- Parking description:Leased, Off Street, On Street
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