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    22 Bigelow, Unit 2A, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Apr 1

    22 Bigelow, Unit 2A, Cambridge

    SOLD FOR $998,000 (OFF-MARKET LISTING) Housed in an elegant 1890 mansard, this gorgeous condo is airy and bright with large windows, high ceilings, and an efficient, flowing layout. Meticulously renovated to the studs in 2017, this home offers an open layout living/dining with sliders onto a large private deck, a spacious primary bedroom at the front of the house and smaller second bedroom (or office) in the rear, a luxurious bathroom, and a fantastic eat-in-kitchen with 9' i
    Cambridge rental market intel
    Lara
    • Apr 1

    Cambridge rental market intel

    While I personally only do real estate sales, I do have clients who buy rental properties and also often get asked rental questions from friends, friends of friends, people I meet on the street (seriously!), etc. Soooo... figured I'd share some market data from my colleague, Jamie Phillips, who does handle rentals and has some good info on the current state of affairs. If you were a renter or a landlord during the pandemic, you know it's been a roller coaster the past couple
    371 Columbia, Unit 2, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Sep 22, 2021

    371 Columbia, Unit 2, Cambridge

    SOLD FOR $775,000 Spacious and charming condo in Inman Square! This second floor unit offers a flexible flowing layout that includes an eat-in kitchen plus dining room (which also makes a great home office!), separated bedrooms perfect for roommates and two full baths, including an en suite. Perks include in-unit laundry (in an actual laundry room!), plenty of storage, a private covered porch, and parking. Fantastic location in the heart of Inman’s many great restaurants and
    255 Broadway, Unit 3, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Sep 15, 2021

    255 Broadway, Unit 3, Cambridge

    SOLD FOR $1,075,000 Dramatic duplex penthouse in the heart of Cambridge! With six rooms on two levels, this unique and stylish home offers the space and flexibility to meet your needs for a home office, guest suite, or a place for your Peloton. Among the many great features are high ceilings, large windows, a gas fireplace, in-unit laundry, air conditioning, a primary bedroom with custom walk-in closet and en suite bath, a large covered deck AND private roof deck with sweepin
    20 Second Street, Unit 324, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Sep 14, 2021

    20 Second Street, Unit 324, Cambridge

    SOLD FOR $750,000 Beautiful south-facing unit at One First! Enjoy all the conveniences of living in a full-service building – 24/7 concierge, fitness center, library/community room, a lovely landscaped courtyard and large rooftop deck with skyline views of Cambridge & Boston – not to mention a great covered parking space right next to the lobby entrance! All new in 2010, Unit 324 is move-in ready and offers high ceilings, oversized south-facing windows, open-layout living spa
    411 Putnam Ave, Cambridge
    Lara
    • May 12, 2021

    411 Putnam Ave, Cambridge

    SOLD FOR $1,515,000 This gracious Cambridgeport townhome lives like a single with its private entrance and enclosed courtyard and gardens. Housed in a lovely and well-maintained 19th century Victorian, the home is airy and bright with large windows, high ceilings, and a flowing layout on two levels. It offers the perfect blend of period detail and modern style, with perks including hydro-air heating/cooling, newer windows, an 826 SF basement and off-street parking for up to t
    354 Broadway, Unit 1, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Mar 17, 2021

    354 Broadway, Unit 1, Cambridge

    SOLD FOR $775,000 Gorgeous condo in an unbeatable Mid-Cambridge location! This lovely home offers the perfect blend of Victorian character and modern functionality situated in the heart of Cambridge with all the urban amenities you’ll be so happy to return to post-Covid – cafés, restaurants, pubs, shopping… The main level features an open layout living / dining / kitchen, with the bathroom and bedroom tucked away in the back, and the recently renovated lower level is an amazi
    518 Putnam Ave, Unit 2, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Jan 14, 2021

    518 Putnam Ave, Unit 2, Cambridge

    SOLD FOR $590,000 Great value for a bright and spacious 1+ bed condo with parking in Cambridgeport! At 826 SF, this duplex unit is comparable in size to many 2-beds, and has a flexible layout with great nooks that can be customized to fit your needs for a home office (or two!), gym, creative space, etc. Large windows and high ceilings throughout the main level, a surprisingly bright lower-level, TWO full baths, brand new in-unit laundry and a large private storage room with d
    11 Tufts Street, Unit 6, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Oct 14, 2020

    11 Tufts Street, Unit 6, Cambridge

    Sold for $830,000 View photo gallery, floor plan and 3D tour here. Bright and spacious 3+ bed condo in Cambridgeport! Renovated in 2016, this top floor unit is move-in ready and features large windows, high ceilings, hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, central air, three good-sized bedrooms PLUS a smaller south-facing room perfect for working from home! Located between the Charles River and Central Square on a one-way side street very close to Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, MIT and
    240 Franklin Street, Unit 6, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Sep 29, 2020

    240 Franklin Street, Unit 6, Cambridge

    SOLD FOR $837,250 View photo gallery, floor plan & 3D tour here. Spacious and bright upper-level 3-bedroom in the heart of Central Square! Renovated down to the studs in 2006, this home is move-in ready and offers many great features – high ceilings, lots of windows, well-proportioned rooms and a large covered deck off the kitchen. The flexible floor plan provides great options to suit your needs – use it as a true 3-bed with open living/dining/kitchen area, or use one of the
    2 Fayette Park, Unit 2, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Aug 12, 2020

    2 Fayette Park, Unit 2, Cambridge

    SOLD FOR $1,550,000 View photo gallery, floorplans and 3D tour here. This spacious upper-level duplex in Mid-Cambridge is a rare find with FOUR good-sized bedrooms! Housed in a lovely and well-maintained 1903 Victorian, the home is airy and bright with tons of windows, high ceilings, a flowing layout and well-proportioned rooms. Just to name a few of the many desirable features… foyer with window seat, newly renovated bathrooms, great home office options, built-ins in several
    7-13 Hingham Street, Unit A, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Jun 10, 2020

    7-13 Hingham Street, Unit A, Cambridge

    This condo was my first ever real estate sale when my client bought it back in 2010. Feels like I've come full-circle to be selling it now... View photo gallery, floor plan and 3D tour here. Move-in ready Riverside condo ideal for an owner or investor! Who wouldn’t love coming home to this cozy oasis with its own private entrance, an open concept living/dining/kitchen with large windows overlooking a lovely shared yard, spacious bedroom with walk-in closet and a large hall ar
    7 Murdock Street, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Jun 3, 2020

    7 Murdock Street, Cambridge

    It's hard to pick favorites when I get to list so many fantastic homes, but let's just say that when my clients told me they were going to be selling this one, I honestly spent 48 hours deliberating whether my husband and I should sell our home -- which we love, by the way -- and buy this one. It's truly that special. Alas, the timing was not right for us, which I know will make someone else extremely happy... View full photo gallery & 3D tour here Post-and-beam home in Inman
    373 Broadway, Unit 5, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Apr 22, 2020

    373 Broadway, Unit 5, Cambridge

    I love this condo so much because I helped my clients buy it in *before* condition, and watched them lovingly bring it to the current *after* -- gorgeous, impeccable and supremely efficient. View photo gallery, floor plan & 3D tour here. Turnkey & gorgeous Mid-Cambridge condo This meticulously-designed condo is a shining example of efficiency, wrapped in a beautiful package that will please investors & owners alike. Gut-renovated in 2015, it features an open layout with high
    53 Webster Ave, Unit 1, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Mar 17, 2020

    53 Webster Ave, Unit 1, Cambridge

    View photo gallery, floor plan and 3D tour here. Gorgeous duplex condo in fantastic Cambridge neighborhood near Kendall, Inman & Central Squares! Fully renovated in 2011, this home is move-in ready with all the perks you’re looking for – a modern kitchen, central air, in-unit laundry, parking, outdoor space and additional storage. On the first level is an open kitchen with breakfast bar, living room with large bay window, two bedrooms and a full bath. The downstairs bonus spa
    232 Broadway, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Feb 19, 2020

    232 Broadway, Cambridge

    This home has been well-loved by its owners of 30+ years and it shows in the creative touches throughout -- this is not just a house -- it is truly a home :) View photo gallery, floor plan & 3D tour here Gorgeous single family in the heart of Cambridge! This charming 19th-century Italianate home has retained many of its original details--high ceilings, crown moldings, marble mantle, black walnut banister, painted hemlock floors-–while being lovingly renovated and maintained o
    36 Fairmont Street, Unit 1, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Jan 8, 2020

    36 Fairmont Street, Unit 1, Cambridge

    This beautiful home is near and dear to my heart, as once-upon-a-time, I rented the top floor unit, and so this was my home too. I can't say enough great things about the neighborhood -- so convenient, a great place for dog walks, and with friendly neighbors who even host annual block parties. I'll be just a tiny bit jealous of whoever buys it :) View photo gallery, floor plan and 3D tour here. With 1,100 SF of living area and a great finished lower level perfect for a guest
    194 Prospect Street, Unit 2, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Jan 8, 2020

    194 Prospect Street, Unit 2, Cambridge

    This is the third home I've listed for my lovely clients & friends and as with all their homes, it is a pleasure to show and spend time in because it is immaculate :) These guys don't mess around -- they lovingly improve and care for their homes, and even I have to rein them in when in comes to cleaning and pre-listing prep! View photo gallery, floor plan & 3D tour here. Gorgeous duplex penthouse in the heart of Cambridge! Renovated by renowned local builder David Aposhian, t
    What does it cost to buy a Cambridge or Somerville home in 2019?
    Lara
    • Aug 13, 2019

    What does it cost to buy a Cambridge or Somerville home in 2019?

    Yes, we all know that Cambridgeville is an expensive place to buy. But word on the streets is that the real estate market is cooling, so is that helpful to buyers here? Good question. Earlier this spring, I ran the data (link to post here) and prices were up over last year. Also, having been out there with all my buyers this spring/summer, things felt just as competitive as ever, and some of the prices I was seeing were WAY over what I’d have expected based on 2018 sales. Int
    15 Howard Street, Unit 1, Cambridge
    Lara
    • Jun 19, 2019

    15 Howard Street, Unit 1, Cambridge

    It’s rare to find a 3-bedroom condo in Cambridge — much less one with two full baths — for less than a million in Cambridge. And yet this week I have the pleasure of listing one! A rare opportunity for someone to get that extra bedroom or home office they need, or an amazing investment opportunity, given the proximity to MIT, Harvard’s main campus AND the Business School across the River. View photo gallery, floor plan & 3D tour here. Amazing value for a 3-bed Cambridge condo
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