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17 Lancaster St, Cambridge, MA

Cambridge · MA 02140

$5,100,000
Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
4034
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1883
Lot size: 4,681 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $1,213 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

About this home

Nestled in sought-after Avon Hill, this 1884 Victorian gem offers modern urban family living. A classic exterior boasts a vibrant front door and a beautifully landscaped garden. Inside, the 1st fl offers a welcoming ambiance with gracious spaces, 9-ft ceilings, and circular flow. Timeless charm defines the formal living and dining rooms with historical millwork and decorative fireplaces. The centrally located kitchen seamlessly connects to the back of the house, with a gracious open family room overlooking scenic tree-filled views. Upstairs, a spacious en-suite bedroom with walk-in closet and luxurious bathroom offers a tranquil retreat. Two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and deck complete the 2nd fl. The top level, currently used as bedrooms and play-space, offers versatility with three bedrooms, an office, full bathroom, and roof deck. Conveniently situated near Harvard and Porter Squares and surrounded by a variety of restaurants, shops, and caf?s.

Neighborhood & Transit

17 Lancaster St, Cambridge · MA 02140

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

  • Porter Red Commuter Rail 1 route 0.19 mi
    • Fitchburg Line

Price Insight

Days on Market:
1203 days
Listing Price:
$4,895,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$1,213
Tax Assessment:
$3,658,400 in 2023
Taxes:
$1,602 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
4,034 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Kitchen
Main Floor, Range, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
10
Above grade area
3297
Flooring
Unknown
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Unit Control
Heating Zone
4
Cooling
Central Air
Cooling Zones
3
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Unknown

Exterior Features

Lot Size
4,681 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Fenced/Enclosed
Exterior Features
Garden Area, Deck - Roof, Patio, Fenced Yard

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
None, Off-Street, Tandem

Construction Details

Construction Type
Unknown
Siding
Unknown
Roof
Unknown

Green Features

Electric Vehicle Charger
Unknown
Solar Panels
Unknown
Green Certified
Unknown
Insulation Features
Unknown
Energy Features
Unknown

Room details

Living room level
First Floor
Dining room level
First Floor
Family room level
First Floor
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 4 level
Third Floor
Bedroom 5 level
Third Floor
Bathroom 1 level
First Floor
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 3 level
Second Floor

Listing information

Listing agent
Currier, Lane & Young
Listing office
Compass
MLS PIN #
73138343
Disclosure
Projects that date before 2009 are from prior owner. Seller has not used the living room and dining room fireplaces.