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42 Essex Street

Central Square - Cambridge, MA ID #73360322

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42 Essex Street

Central Square - Cambridge, MA ID #73360322

Property Description

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!

Additional Details

  • Status: NEW
  • Type: Single Family, Single Family Residence
  • Area: Central Square
  • Zip Code: 02139
  • Taxes: 8,347
  • Acres: 0.05

Parking

  • Parking: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Rooms/Dimensions

  • Total Rooms: 10

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