$2,495,000
Active86 Avon Hill Street
Cambridge, MA 02140
Avon Hill Historic District
Listed by Sandrine Deschaux at RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Listing courtesy of Sandrine Deschaux, RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Location
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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. Untapped 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
Property Details
Key Facts
Property Type
Single Family
Style
Antique
Year Built
1880
Living Area
2,781 sqft
Lot Size
3,247 sqft
Rooms
10
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
2 (2 full)
Construction
Exterior
A
Basement
Full Basement
Flooring
Laminate
Systems & Utilities
Heating
Radiant, Coal
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Financial
Taxes (2026)
$12,175/yr
Price / Sqft
$897/sqft
MLS #
73537440
Days on Market
22

Sarina Steinmetz
617.610.0207Price History
Listed
Jun 17, 2026
$2,495,000
No price changes recorded.
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