$1,480,000
42 Essex Street
Cambridge, MA, 02139
Built in 1873 by notable builder and politician Rufus Lamson for former mayor George Stevens, 42 Essex Street is a stunning example of late 19th-century Italianate architecture located in the Cambridgeport neighborhood. This sun-soaked home features vintage deep-crown molding, nine-foot ceilings, and quarter-sawn oak flooring. The spacious layout spans three levels, offering over 2,100 sq ft of finished space, plus a high-ceilinged unfinished lower level. The second floor includes three bedrooms, a study, and a full bathroom, while the third floor boasts two additional rooms accessible by a steep staircase. The property also features a charming rear yard and a paved two-car driveway. With its historic charm and endless possibilities, this unique property is ready for the next visionary to transform it into their dream home or development project!
Property Details
Price:
$1,480,000
MLS #:
73360322
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
1.5
Address:
42 Essex Street
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Central Square
Neighborhood:
Central Square
City:
Cambridge
Listed Date:
Apr 16, 2025
State:
MA
Finished Sq Ft:
2,007
Total Sq Ft:
2,007
ZIP:
02139
Lot Size:
2,300 sqft / 0.05 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1873
Schools
Elementary School:
Lottery
High School:
Rindge & Latin
Interior
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Hot Water, Natural Gas
Exterior
Architectural Style
Italianate
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T- Station, University, Sidewalks
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Deck, Rain Gutters, Screens, City View(s), Garden
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Parking Spots
2
Roof
Shingle
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$8,347
Marie Andrews is an award-winning, licensed real estate broker with licenses in Massachusetts and Florida. She has been selling real estate in the greater Boston area for over 20 years. Over the past two decades, Marie has worked for Century 21 Advanced Realty, building a reputation as a multi-million dollar producer. She has developed an extensive network of investors, lenders, and attorneys. Marie has a wide knowledge base on property management, Massachusetts real estate law, and building…
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42 Essex Street
Cambridge, MA
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