
160 Norfolk Street #1 Cambridge — Photo 1 of 23
Recent Drop: $255,000
$2,495,000
160 Norfolk Street #1, Cambridge, MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139 — Central Square
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
SqFt
2,939
Style
Condominium
Built
1855
A Singular Cambridge Residence. Overlooking the renewed Sennott Park, the Luke-Scully-Burns House is an exceptional 1855 Second Empire Mansard with a storied past as the former rectory for St. Mary of the Annunciation. Reimagined in 2022 with a discerning eye, this distinguished residence balances historic character with sophisticated contemporary design. Set on a side street in the heart of Cambridge, its expansive park views, exceptional light and nearly 3,000 square feet create a rare sense of openness and privacy.A dramatic foyer introduces the home with a double-height tray ceiling and exquisite sphere chandelier. European oak floors flow into beautifully proportioned living and dining spaces, united by a dual-sided fireplace and direct access to a private deck. The sleek kitchen centers around a waterfall island with seating and features custom cabinetry, Gaggenau double wall ovens and paneled refrigerator, plus a Thermador five-burner cooktop with pot filler. Oversized windows with motorized Hunter Douglas blinds frame the greenery and fill the interiors with natural light.The entire second level is devoted to a serene primary suite, complete with an expansive custom walk-in closet, luxurious four-piece bathroom and a remarkable private deck offering open-sky views across Sennott Park. On the third floor, two additional bedrooms each enjoy beautifully finished en-suite bathrooms. The garden level provides a generous family, media room with custom built-in shelving, the fourth bedroom and full bathroom plus direct access to an intimate, secluded patio.Offering four bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms, multiple private outdoor spaces and two parking spaces, this singular home provides the scale and privacy of single-family living. Just blocks from Kendall, Central and Inman Squares, as well as the MIT and Harvard campuses, it is an extraordinary union of architectural distinction, modern luxury and quintessential Cambridge living.
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Property Details
Financials
Parking
Interior Specifications
Climate & Utilities
Building & Exterior
Property & Lot
Amenities & Appliances
Disposal • Microwave • ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer • Range Hood • Cooktop • Oven
Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Golf
Geography
Floorplan Breakdown
Structural Layout
Living Room
Lvl Main,First17 x 20.4
Bathroom - Half, Closet, Flooring - Wood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Half Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Dining Room
Lvl Main,FirstFlooring - Wood, Deck - Exterior, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Slider
Kitchen
Lvl Main,First14.3 x 11.4
Flooring - Wood, Dining Area, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Pot Filler Faucet, Gas Stove, Lighting - Sconce
Family Room
Lvl Basement22.11 x 19.6
Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Exterior Access, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second14.4 x 11.11
Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Cable Hookup, Deck - Exterior, High Speed Internet Hookup
Bedroom 2
Lvl Third14 x 13.6
Bedroom 3
Lvl Third12.1 x 14.4
Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
Bedroom 4
Lvl Basement12.3 x 14.8
Bathroom - Full, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood
Bathroom 1
Lvl FirstBathroom - Half
Bathroom 2
Lvl SecondBathroom - Full
Bathroom 3
Lvl ThirdBathroom - Full
Property History
$2,495,000
Was $2,750,000
Sep 29, 2026
MLS® 73578084
$2,750,000
Sep 16, 2026
MLS® 73578084
$2,495,000
Sep 16, 2026
MLS® 73580742
Population
40,033
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)
Median Household Income
$135K
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)
Renter-Occupied Homes
67.8%
U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)
New Construction Permits — Middlesex County
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
Listing Agent: Laura Palumbohanson
Listing Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
MLS® Number: 73578084
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