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A Landmark Cambridge Residence. Once the rectory for St. Mary of the Annunciation, the Luke-Scully-Burns House is a distinguished 1855 Second Empire Mansard, newly designed in 2022 to meet contemporary life while preserving its historic character. Beautifully sited on a side street overlooking the renewed Sennott Park, this architecturally sophisticated residence offers expansive views, glorious light and nearly 3,000 square feet of exceptionally appointed living space. Its gracious proportions, thoughtful details and connection to the park create a unique setting unlike any other in Cambridge. An impressive foyer sets the tone with a dramatic double-height tray ceiling and exquisite sphere chandelier. European oak floors lead to an elegant open living and dining room, where a dual-sided fireplace provides a warm focal point and doors open directly to a private deck. The beautifully executed kitchen features a waterfall island with seating, custom double-height cabinetry, two Gaggenau wall ovens and paneled refrigerator, plus a Thermador five-burner cooktop with pot filler and stainless steel hood. Oversized windows with motorized Hunter Douglas blinds draw in abundant natural light. Occupying the second level, the serene primary suite includes a large custom walk-in closet, luxurious bathroom and an extraordinary private deck with open-sky views across Sennott Park. Two additional bedrooms on the third floor each enjoy their own en-suite bathroom. The versatile garden level offers a spacious family/media room with custom built-in shelving and direct access to a secluded patio. The fourth bedroom and fourth full bathroom complete this level. With four bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms, three private outdoor spaces and two parking spaces, this rare home offers the scale and comfort of single-family living. Fabulously located in the center of Cambridge, it is just blocks from Kendall, Central and Inman Squares, as well as the MIT and Harvard campuses, combining enduring architectural presence with the very best of city living.

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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms4
  • Mls StatusNew
  • Bathroom5
  • Lot Features Zero Lot Line, Level
  • Parcel Number 5205087
  • Road Frontage DescriptionPaved
  • Unit Number1

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $2,579,800
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$17,207

School Information

  • High School Rindge & Latin
  • Elementary SchoolBy Lottery
  • High SchoolCambridge Rindge and Latin School

Parking

  • Parking Spaces2
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Off Street, Tandem, On Street, Deeded, Driveway

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 First
  • Bathroom 2 Second
  • Bathroom 3 Third
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 4.5
  • Bedroom 2 Third,14 x 13.6
  • Bedroom 3 Third,12.1 x 14.4
  • Bedroom 4 Basement,12.3 x 14.8
  • Dining Room Main, First
  • Family Room Basement,22.11 x 19.6
  • Full Bath4
  • Half Baths1
  • Kitchen Main, First,14.3 x 11.4
  • Living Room Main, First,17 x 20.4
  • Master Bedroom Second,14.4

Basic Information

  • List Price$2,750,000
  • MLS Number73580742
  • Modification Date09/22/2026
  • Property SubTypeSingle Family Residence
  • Virtual TourView Tour

Location

  • NeighborhoodCentral Square
  • SubdivisionCentral Square
  • Address160 Norfolk Street
  • Building Number160
  • CountyMiddlesex
  • StateMA
  • StreetNorfolk Street
  • TownCambridge
  • Zip02139

Building

  • Basement
    • Concrete
    • Finished
    • Full
    • Interior Entry
    • Sump Pump
    • Walk-Out Access
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame
  • Door Features Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceYes
  • Fireplace Features Dining Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total 1
  • FoundationConcrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features Deck, Deck - Wood, Deck - Composite, Covered
  • Property StyleSecond Empire
  • Rooms9
  • Utilities For Gas Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Window Features Insulated Windows, Screens
  • Year Built1855
  • Year Built Details Actual
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Interior

  • Flooring Tile, Engineered Hardwood
  • Interior Features Bathroom - Full, Bathroom, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

  • Exterior Features
    • City View(s)
    • Covered Patio/Deck
    • Deck
    • Deck - Composite
    • Deck - Wood
    • Professional Landscaping
    • Screens
    • Sprinkler System
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air, Dual
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Electric Circuit Breakers,100 Amp Service
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Central, Natural Gas, Hydro Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Property Information

  • Square Feet2,939
  • Building Area Source Public Records
  • Living Area 2,939
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Property Attached YN Yes
  • Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
  • View YN Yes

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Laundromat
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Pool
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • Sidewalks
    • T-Station
    • Tennis Court(s)
    • University
  • Appliances IncludedGas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Cooktop, Oven
  • Green Energy Efficient Thermostat

Other

  • Association Fee $711
  • Association Fee Frequency Monthly
  • Association YN Yes
  • Date Listed09/22/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet
  • View Count2

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Listed by Laura Palumbo-Hanson of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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