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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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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms4
  • Mls StatusActive
  • Bathroom5
  • Listing Terms Other (See Remarks)
  • Lot Features Level
  • Parcel Number 403229
  • Road Frontage DescriptionPaved

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $2,345,900
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$15,648

Parking

  • Parking Spaces1
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Off Street, Leased, On Street

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 First
  • Bathroom 2 First
  • Bathroom 3 Second
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 4.5
  • Bedroom 2 Second
  • Bedroom 3 Second
  • Bedroom 4 Third
  • Dining Room First
  • Full Bath4
  • Half Baths1
  • Kitchen First
  • Living Room First
  • Master Bedroom First

Basic Information

  • List Price$2,205,000
  • MLS Number73495701
  • Modification Date06/02/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
  • Virtual TourView Tour

Location

  • Address196 Prospect Street
  • Building Number196
  • CountyMiddlesex
  • StateMA
  • StreetProspect Street
  • TownCambridge
  • Zip02139

Building

  • BasementFull, Unfinished
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Stone
  • Door Features French Doors
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplace Features Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total 1
  • FoundationGranite
  • Patio And Porch Features Patio
  • Property StyleOther (See Remarks)
  • Rooms8
  • Utilities For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Year Built1854
  • Year Built Details Approximate
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Property

  • Acreage0.07

Interior

  • Flooring Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features Bathroom - Full, Bathroom

Exterior

  • Exterior Features Patio, Fenced Yard
  • Fencing Fenced
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Electric 100 Amp Service
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Central, Natural Gas
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet2,556
  • Building Area Source Other
  • Living Area 2,556
  • Lot Size Square Feet 2,881
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Property Attached YN Yes

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Highway Access
    • Medical Facility
    • Other
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • T-Station
    • University
    • Walk/Jog Trails
  • Appliances IncludedGas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer

Legal

  • ZoningC-1

Other

  • Date Listed04/03/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count13

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Listed by Nathan Long of Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

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