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254 Garden Street Cambridge — Photo 1 of 24

254 Garden Street Cambridge — Photo 1 of 24

$1,095,000

254 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 — Neighborhood 9

Beds

2

Baths

1.5

SqFt

1,100

Style

Single Family

Built

1972

THREE distinct elements make 254 Garden a unicorn: A leafy and expansive backyard; three car side by side parking; and single family ownership! Turn-key single-family home across from Danehy Park and the award-winning Cambridge Universal Design Playground, in Cambridge's desirable Neighborhood 9 — with 60 acres of trails, open fields, and green space right at your doorstep.This extensively updated home features exposed beam detail and an open-concept main level ideal for eating, dining, and living, plus a convenient half bath. The living area is seamlessly connected to the unusually large fenced backyard and patio oasis, complete with a storage shed for the gardener who is ready to dig in. Upstairs, an open architectural staircase with a skylight leads to two well-proportioned bedrooms with excellent light and generous closet storage, along with a full bath and laundry. Outside, enjoy three-car off-street parking — a true luxury in Cambridge — plus unbeatable access to the outdoors: Danehy Park across the street and Fresh Pond's miles of trails are just blocks away. Garden Street leads straight into Harvard Square, and Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are close by.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$995/sqft
Local Avg (Cambridge)$946/sqft
5% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 23 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Cambridge, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$1,095,000
Annual Taxes$7,639.46

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street3

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms4
FireplacesNone
FlooringTile, Hardwood
BasementNone

Climate & Utilities

HeatingHeat Pump
CoolingHeat Pump
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame
RoofRubber
FoundationConcrete Perimeter, Slab
ZoningC-1

Property & Lot

Acres0.06
SqFt Lot2,723
Lot FeaturesLevel

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Tankless Water Heater • Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second
Primary BedroomBedroom 2Bathroom 1
First
Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBathroom 2
Living Room
Lvl First

19 x 9

Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead

Dining Room
Lvl First

17 x 7

Beamed Ceilings, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead

Kitchen
Lvl First

10 x 7

Beamed Ceilings, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead

Primary Bedroom
Lvl Second

17 x 9

Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double

Bedroom 2
Lvl Second

13 x 11

Bathroom 1
Lvl Second

10 x 9

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Sconce

Bathroom 2
Lvl First

6 x 5

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce

Property History

Listed
$1,095,000

Sep 29, 2026

MLS® 73583778

Expired
$529,000

Nov 9, 2010

MLS® 71122535

Listed
$529,000

Aug 12, 2010

MLS® 71122535

Population

38,509

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$120K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

58.1%

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)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 550 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 1,100 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 2,723 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Lauren Holleran Team

Listing Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

MLS® Number: 73583778

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