212 Third Street

Cambridge, MA 02141
Asking $1,325,000
NEW LISTING
Single Family
2
2 Full
SQ  FT
1,300 by owner

Property Description

When he stepped into 212 Third Street 31 years ago, it was very tired but it had something intangible: a soul. Layer after layer he revealed the heart and beauty of this Kendall Square gem. Today he is passing on a stunningly appointed brick row house with top of the line finishes and systems, a delicious kitchen and an enchanting fenced garden with patio. A beautiful primary suite was created on the top floor by adding a large, windowed dormer that brings in abundant natural light. Distinguishing the house is the way the original brick walls and wood beams blend with the gorgeous updated finishes. There is a gas insert in the original fireplace, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, an unfinished basement with Viessman heating system, plus mini split AC units to assure year-round comfort. Now that Kendall Square has risen up around him, he also passes on the opportunity for you to feel you are living in a European cottage while being adjacent to the technology mecca that is East Cambridge.

Interior

  • Size: 1,300 Sq. Ft. per owner
  • Levels: 3
  • Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2 Full
  • Fireplace: Gas
  • Basement: Full Unfinished 6.9 Foot Ceiling Height, Interior Access, Concrete Floor

Exterior

  • Lot: 1,056 Sq. Ft.
  • Material: Brick
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle & Rubber
  • Foundation: Fieldstone, Brick
  • Outdoor: Patio, Fenced Yard with Garden 
  • Parking: 1 car at end of row. By custom - space closest to sidewalk at fence

Systems

  • Heat: Viessman (2015) Hot Water by Gas
  • Cooling: 3 Zones, 3 Mini-Split Systems
  • Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amps
  • Hot Water: Stainless Steel Tank
  • Laundry: 2017 LG Washer and Dryer
  • Appliances: Blomberg Stainless Steel Refrigerator, Bosch Dishwasher, Elba Gas Range (Italian)
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Windows, Insulated Doors, Storm Doors, Prog. Thermostat
  • Lead Paint: Unknown

Other

  • Year Built: 1826
  • FY-25 Taxes: $3,974.83 with Residential Exemption, $7,047.87 without Residential Exemption
  • Assessment: $1,109,900

212 Third Street Home Improvement List Provided by Seller

Major renovation ~ 2006 that included addition of the third-floor rear dormer, addition of 3rd floor bathroom, new full stairway to the primary bedroom, new kitchen, new bead board, new copper downspouts, new roof and much more.
  • 2014: New fuel efficient Viessmann boiler and stainless hot water tank
  • 2017: LG washer and dryer
  • 2021: New Mitsubishi mini splits on all three floors 
  • 2021: 1st floor - Installation of antique pine flooring
  • 2021: Gas insert in fireplace
  • 2022: Patio expansion and rear garden redesign
  • 2024: All new wood Anderson windows and doors
  • 2024/25: New backyard fence and lighting