299 Columbia

Cambridge, MA 02139

Asking $1,688,000

NEW LISTING
Condominium

2

2 Full/2 Half

SQ  FT

1,647

Property Description

Just blocks from the heart of Kendall Square, this free-standing workers cottage is a rare offering, tucked discreetly to the rear of a distinctive two-unit association. Perfectly oriented to capture southern light, the house overlooks the Elm & Hampshire plaza-park and neighboring gardens, creating a private urban oasis. Rebuilt in 2018, preserving only the shell it pairs thoughtful design with exceptional systems, including acacia hardwood floors, closed-cell foam insulation, hardwired smoke/CO detectors and a full sprinkler system. The open main level is scaled for daily living and entertaining, with generous living and dining areas and a luxurious kitchen centered around an oversized island and premium appliance package. Sliding glass doors open to covered deck and exclusive landscaped yard with irrigation. Upstairs are two en-suite bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk-in closet. The lower level adds a media room, storage, laundry and deeded parking completes the offering.


Interior

 

  • Size: 1,647 SqFt (includes 383 SqFt below grade)
  • Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2 Full, 2 Half
  • Basement: Yes Full, Finished, Interior Access, Sump Pump, Radon Remediation System
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile


Exterior

 

  • Material: Hardie Board composite
  • Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Outdoor: Private, Deck, City View(s), Garden Area
  • Features: Screens, Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
  • Parking:  1 Off-Street, On Street Permit, Deeded, Paved Driveway


Systems

 

  • Heat: HVAC Goodman
  • Cooling: 3 Zones, 2 Systems
  • Electric:  220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
  • Hot Water:  2025 AO Smith Commercial Grade
  • Insulation: Full, Foam
  • Appliances:
  • Refrigerator: 42" KitchenAid side-by-side, counter depth
  • Dishwasher: Miele
  • Range: BlueStar Platinum 36-in 6-burner gas, includes central griddle and grill
  • Hood: Custom build by Yale Appliances produced by BlueStar - High capacity, 1200 CFM
  • Laundry:  LG Front load full size stack
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors, Prog. Thermostat
  • Lead Paint: Unknown


Other

 

  • Year Built/Rebuilt: 1873/2018
  • FY-25 Taxes: $5365.41 with residential exemption, $8,631.65 without residential exemption
  • Assessment: $1,294,100
  • Association Fee: $2,353.50, annual
  • Fee Includes: Master Insurance
  • Special Assessments: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes


Disclosures

Current annual tax bill is $5365.41 WITH residential exemption. Tax quoted above is without the residential

exemption. Interior sprinklers.