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$1,600,000

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3 Beds

3 Baths

2,064 SqFt

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247 Chestnut St Cambridge, MA 02139

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Karina Demurchyan

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Key Details

Property Type Multi-Family

Sub Type 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,064 sqft

Price per Sqft $775

MLS Listing ID 73593969

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 3

Year Built 1886

Annual Tax Amount $8,702

Tax Year 2026

Lot Size 1,742 Sqft

Acres 0.04

Property Sub-Type 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down

Property Description

A unique opportunity to own a desirable two-unit residence in the heart of Cambridgeport, with strong potential for development, flexible floor plans, expansive basement, rooftop deck, private outdoor spaces, off-street parking, and an exceptional location close to the Charles River, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Mass Audubon's Magazine Beach Nature Center, and prestigious universities. Unit 1 showcases 9' ceilings with a comfortable and functional layout filled with period detail. The living room and bedroom both have bay windows and hardwood floors. Living room features floor-to-ceiling custom built-ins and a French door. Generously sized bright bedroom features a marble-surround fireplace and ceiling medallion. A good-sized eat-in kitchen with a gas stove and tile flooring, along with a full bathroom, complete the interior. Unit 2, on the 2nd and 3rd floors, offers spacious, airy two-level living with a flexible floor plan, two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, hardwood floors, dedicated home office, and expansive roof deck. The second floor features a welcoming living room, sunny family room, eat-in kitchen with generous cabinets and gas stove, bedroom with large closet, full bathroom, and home office – an ideal setup for a work-from-home lifestyle. The third floor is a private primary bedroom suite, complete with full bathroom and direct access to the private outdoor roof deck. This exceptional deck with views of trees and urban landscape is a unique, much-coveted extension of the home, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Roof deck offers potential to expand the 3rd floor living space. Property amenities include water filtration system, separate gas heat and hot water systems, laundry, patio and yard space, one deeded off-street parking space. Resident permit parking is also available on the street. The large basement has high ceilings and offers huge development potential. Ideally situated on one of Cambridgeport's beautiful tree-lined streets, the property is less than ¼ mile from the Charles River, Whole Foods Market, and Trader Joe's. Minutes to Mass Audubon's Magazine Beach Nature Center, vibrant restaurants, cafés, parks, and neighborhood amenities. Convenient access to Central and Harvard Square, MIT, Harvard, BU, public transportation, and major commuter routes. A distinctive Cambridgeport property with potential for development, combining two residences, flexible living space, valuable private outdoor areas, parking, and an outstanding location.

Location

State MA

County Middlesex

Area Cambridgeport

Zoning C

Direction Memorial Drive to Pleasant Street to Chestnut Street

Rooms

Basement Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished

Interior

Interior Features Laundry Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Country Kitchen, Internet Available - Unknown, Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s), Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office/Den

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control

Cooling Window Unit(s)

Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Stone/Ceramic Tile

Fireplaces Number 1

Appliance Washer, Dryer, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Water Treatment

Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Exterior

Exterior Feature Rain Gutters, Garden

Community Features Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Utilities Available for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup

Roof Type Shingle

Total Parking Spaces 1

Garage No

Building

Lot Description Level

Story 3

Foundation Stone

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Others

Senior Community false

Acceptable Financing Contract

Listing Terms Contract

Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

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Karina Demurchyan

Broker Associate License ID: 9555596

+1(617) 549-5503