$4,350,000
Active12 Fayette Street (Rear)
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listed by Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team at Compass
Listing courtesy of Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team, Compass
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Tucked away from the street amid mature trees in coveted Mid Cambridge, this 2023 free-standing residence is an architectural masterpiece and private sanctuary. Designed by Suzumori Architecture and built to Passive House standards, the home pairs sculptural modernism with exceptional comfort, efficiency, and wellness. Curved walls, soaring 12-ft ceilings, a dramatic white oak staircase, and full-height triple-pane windows flood the interiors with natural light while framing the extraordinary two-tier garden by Christie Dustman Co.'a secluded urban oasis of native plantings, custom stonework, trellises, and tranquil gathering spaces. The Scandinavian-inspired kitchen showcases a 10-ft quartzite island and artisan mosaic backsplash. The soaring primary suite features a jaw-dropping Zen luxe bath with floor-to-ceiling tile, curbless shower, and dual vanity. Complementing the primary suite are two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a conveniently located laundry room, while a treetop studio with Juliet balcony provides a light-filled retreat for fitness, work, or creative pursuits. The finished lower level offers recreation space, guest accommodations, and a fourth bedroom with full bath. Enhanced by state-of-the-art smart-home technology, this one-of-a-kind residence delivers a holistic living experience where architecture, nature, and tranquility exist in perfect harmony.
Property Details
Key Facts
Property Type
Single Family
Style
Colonial
Year Built
2023
Living Area
3,444 sqft
Lot Size
0
Rooms
9
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3.5 (3 full, 1 half)
Construction
Exterior
A
Basement
Full Basement
Flooring
Wall to Wall Carpet, Laminate
Parking Spaces
2
Systems & Utilities
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Q
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Financial
Taxes (2026)
$24,017/yr
Price / Sqft
$1,263/sqft
MLS #
73577841
Days on Market
21
Sarina Steinmetz
617.610.0207Price History
Listed
Sep 16, 2026
$4,350,000
No price changes recorded.
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