Just back from a fantastic trip to California and extra busy with two great listings this week — both on the eastern side of Cambridge — one in East Cambridge itself, and the other in Wellington-Harrington. Here are the details:
137 Charles Street — 2 beds / 2 baths, 1033 SF
Renovated townhome with parking in the heart of East Cambridge! This gorgeous unit, fully-renovated in 2014, offers private front and back entrances, a smart layout on three levels, hardwood floors, beautiful finishes, multiple skylights and plenty of windows throughout. First floor features an open concept living room / dining / kitchen. One bedroom and bathroom are on each of the two upper floors, and the second floor also has a great bonus space perfect for a study or home office. Perks include in-unit laundry, central air, custom closets and window treatments, off-street parking and a shared yard for gardening and grilling. All this in a vibrant Cambridge neighborhood with easy access to many shops, parks, restaurants, and cafes, plus MIT, the Red Line at Kendall AND the Green Line at Lechmere. Walkscore = 91 and Bikescore = 99. Pet friendly, 100% owner-occupied association.
Year built/converted: 1873/2014 Bedrooms: 2 (+study) Bathrooms: 2 Living area: 1033 SF +/- per master deed Parking: one off-street space HOA fee: $150 per month 2017 Taxes: $1,929 with residential exemption
Listed at $749,000
So much to love in this amazing neighborhood!
Abigail’s Restaurant – eat and enjoy craft cocktails indoors or on the patio
Cambridgeside Galleria — 120 stores and restaurants under one roof and at your disposal
Charles River Canoe & Kayak — paddle the Charles for a unique view of Boston, the Zakim Bridge, MIT and more!
Desfina Restaurant — this family-run taverna is great for casual and amazingly good dining
Farmer’s Market at Kendall Square — great seasonal option for local produce, baked goods, and artisanal delights
Fuji at Kendall — upscale sushi and Asian fusion just down the block
Kendall Square Cinema — THE Cambridge destination for independent and foreign films
Lone Star Taco Bar — this new addition to the neighborhood is already a local favorite
Multicultural Arts Center — this local treasure offers a regular program of dance, music and theater
New Deal Fish Market — come visit Carl at this third-generation family business with the best fresh seafood in Boston
North Point Park — this great urban park on the banks of the Charles has gardens, a playground, dog-friendly space and a footbridge into Charlestown
Petsi Pie — conveniently located just down the block, Petsi is famous for great coffee, breakfast treats and of course, pie!
Twin City Plaza — providing the convenience of a grocery store, pharmacy, Marshall’s and a gym, all in the neighborhood
Plus easy access to the Red AND Green Line trains at Kendall and Lechmere.
BONUS: If you have another car and/or just want the luxury of garage parking, the First Street garage, just a couple blocks away, offers discounted monthly parking to Cambridge residents — $100/month May – November and just $50/month during the winter!
AND…
101 Hampshire Street, U4 — 1 bed / 1 bath, 675 SF
Airy and bright condo in amazing Cambridge location between Inman, Central & Kendall! This second floor unit offers a flowing layout, high ceilings, hardwood floors and plenty of large windows throughout. Fully renovated in 2007, the home is move-in ready and features perks including a great modern kitchen, additional storage and common laundry in the basement, as well as in-unit laundry hook-ups. Extremely convenient location with a Walkscore of 93 (“Walker’s Paradise”) and Bikescore of 99 (“Biker’s Paradise”). Two Red Line options — Central and Kendall — are just .7 miles away, and there are many great cafés, restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues in every direction — truly urban living at its best! Pet-friendly association.
Year built/converted: 1920/2007 Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Living area: 675 SF +/- per master deed Parking: on-street permit HOA fee: $201 per month 2017 Taxes: $957 with residential exemption
Listed at $475,000
Unbeatable convenience in the heart of three Cambridge squares!
INMAN favorites:
1369 Coffee House—much loved for its great coffee, food and homey ambiance
The Druid—pub featuring Celtic music, trivia, sports, great fare and a friendly vibe
Inman Square Hardware—every neighborhood needs a good hardware store
Oleana—this amazing restaurant is literally two doors down
Ryles Jazz Club—live music, dancing and a great Sunday brunch
CENTRAL favorites:
Area Four — coffee shop / bakery / bar / small plates restaurant
Café Luna — great bistro café with outdoor dining in the summer
Central Bottle Wine & Provisions — amazing selection!
Central Square Theater — a local entertainment treasure
H-Mart — mega supermarket/food court and local hot spot
Middle East Restaurant & Night Club — local institution featuring live music on multiple stages nightly
KENDALL favorites:
Abigail’s Restaurant – eat and enjoy craft cocktails indoors or on the patio
Cambridgeside Galleria — 120 stores and restaurants under one roof and at your disposal
Charles River Canoe & Kayak — paddle the Charles for a unique view of Boston, the Zakim Bridge, MIT and more!
Farmer’s Market at Kendall Square — great seasonal option for local produce, baked goods, and artisanal delights
Fuji at Kendall — upscale sushi and Asian fusion just down the block
101 Hampshire also has easy access to both MIT and Harvard, as well as Somerville’s uber-hip Union Square!