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8 Cogswell Ave, Cambridge, MA

Cambridge · MA 02140

$2,545,000
Price
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2615
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Single Family
Year built: Built in 1871
Lot size: 5,000 Sq.Ft Lot
Price per square foot: $860 / Sq.Ft
Parking: No Parking
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, AC

About this home

Classic architecture meets modern living with this beautifully restored Mansard home. Tall ceilings, bay windows, and a sweeping staircase set an elegant tone, while a thoughtful layout offers both openness and privacy. With 4 bedrooms, plus a bonus room and 2? baths, it's designed for stylish, comfortable everyday life. The handsome new kitchen impresses with tall cabinetry, marble-veined quartz counters, and KitchenAid and Bosch appliances. Open to the expansive dining room, this space is perfect for entertaining. A garden and rear deck add just the right amount of outdoor space. The primary suite features a skylight, an attached dressing room, and a serene ensuite bath. Conveniences include a laundry room and mini-split cooling upstairs, while the driveway with carport accommodates 4 cars. Ideally located near Porter Square, Mass Ave, the redline T station, Danehy park, and a multitude of nearby Cambridge restaurants, shops and amenities. Offers are due on Tuesday 11/25 by 10am

Neighborhood & Transit

Porter Square

8 Cogswell Ave, Cambridge · MA 02140

Nearby transit

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

  • Porter Red Commuter Rail 1 route 0.30 mi
    • Fitchburg Line
  • Davis Red 0.40 mi

Price Insight

Days on Market:
296 days
Listing Price:
$2,250,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$860
Tax Assessment:
$2,102,100 in 2025
Taxes:
$1,144 / Monthly

Home Facts

Interior Features

Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,615 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Kitchen
Main Floor, Open Floor Plan, Peninsula, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stone Countertops, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding, Dishwasher, Range, Vent Hood, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Primary Bedroom
Floor 2, Double Vanity, Dressing Room, Full Bathroom, Skylight, Walk-in Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
Laundry
Unknown
Living levels
Unknown
Rooms
8
Above grade area
1974
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard, Unit Control
Heating Zone
3
Cooling
Ductless Mini-Split System
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amps

Exterior Features

Lot Size
5,000 Sq.Ft
Lot Description
Easements
Exterior Features
Garden Area, Deck

Parking

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

Construction Details

Construction Type
Frame
Siding
Wood, Vinyl
Roof
Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles

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
Living room features
Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Dining room level
First Floor
Dining room features
Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Pendant
Family room level
Basement
Bedroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 level
Second Floor
Bedroom 3 features
Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 level
First Floor
Bedroom 4 features
Bathroom - Half, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood
Bathroom 1 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Bathroom 2 level
Second Floor
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Lighting - Overhead
Bathroom 3 level
First Floor
Bathroom 3 features
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Marble

Listing information

Listing agent
MonaLisa Team
Listing office
Compass
MLS PIN #
73455951
Disclosure
The path on the north side of the property includes an easement that provides access to the building at the rear. A new window in the primary bathroom and glass shower door in the shared bathroom will be installed prior to closing.