When he stepped into 212 Third Street 31 years ago, it was very tired but it had something intangible: a soul. Layer after layer he revealed the heart and beauty of this Kendall Square gem. Today he is passing on a stunningly appointed brick row house with top of the line finishes and systems, a delicious kitchen and an enchanting fenced garden with patio. A beautiful primary suite was created on the top floor by adding a large, windowed dormer that brings in abundant natural light. Distinguishing the house is the way the original brick walls and wood beams blend with the gorgeous updated finishes. There is a gas insert in the original fireplace, two bedrooms and two bathrooms, an unfinished basement with Viessman heating system, plus mini split AC units to assure year-round comfort. Now that Kendall Square has risen up around him, he also passes on the opportunity for you to feel you are living in a European cottage while being adjacent to the technology mecca that is East Cambridge.
Under contract
$1,325,000
212 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02141
2beds
1,300sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1826
1,056 Square Feet Lot
$1,323,800 Zestimate®
$1,019/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Viessman heating systemMini split ac unitsOriginal brick wallsUnfinished basementBeautiful primary suiteGorgeous updated finishesDelicious kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 15, 2025 at 05:53pm
Listed by:
Laura Palumbo-Hanson,
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73401692
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling
- 3 or More, Ductless
Appliances
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Pine
- Doors: Insulated Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Screens
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,300
- Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Shared Driveway, Off Street, Unpaved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Rain Gutters, Decorative Lighting, Screens, Fenced Yard, City View(s), Garden
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View(s), City
Lot
- Size: 1,056 Square Feet
- Features: Zero Lot Line, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 399986
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Shingle,Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1826
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: East Cambridge, Kendall Sq, Lechmere
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,019/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,109,900
- Annual tax amount: $7,040
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
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