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32 Bowdoin Street

Cambridge, MA 02138

5 beds
5 baths
4,748 sqft
5,294 sqft lot
$1,179 per sqft
1888 build
– on site

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Radcliffe neighborhood, at the foot of Avon Hill. Painted Victorians—the doyennes of Cambridge real estate—come in several genres: noble and imposing, classic and staid, bright and hippie, and big yet cozy. This spotless 1888 home distills the calmest aspects of all into one. Impeccably renovated and lightly lived in, it unites historic detail, contemporary finishes, ample storage, and expanses of light and space into a tranquil, compelling living space. A quiet, wood-paneled study and gracious living room with a wood fireplace lead into a wide, well-lit kitchen and dining room, surrounded by windows and lush greenery. Upstairs, a generous primary suite with a zen-like bath overlooks gardens and a bluestone patio. Four additional bedrooms, two full baths, and a roof deck with garden beds and treetop views nearly complete the picture. A finished lower level adds a family room, exercise studio, full bath, and workshop. Quick hop to Porter, Harvard, Red Line, or Radcliffe. 2-car parking!

Listing courtesy of MLSPIN / Lauren Holleran Team / Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 11, 2025 •

MLS# 73373139 —

The Building

Year Built:

1888
Year Built Details:

Approximate
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Architectural Style:

Victorian
Construction Materials:

Frame
Roof:

Shingle
Basement:

Finished
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Porch
Door Features:

Insulated Doors
Window Features:

Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch
Accessibility Features:

No
Security Features:

Security System
Building Area Total:

4748
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

10
Interior Features:

Bathroom - 3/4
Living Room Level:

First
Living Room Features:

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
Kitchen Level:

First
Kitchen Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller
Family Room Level:

Basement
Family Room Features:

Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Flooring:

Wood
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Second Floor

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

4748
Living Area Source:

Public Record
Living Room Area:

340
Living Room Length:

20
Living Room Width:

17
Kitchen Area:

462
Kitchen Length:

22
Kitchen Width:

21
Family Room Area:

399
Family Room Length:

21
Family Room Width:

19
Bedroom 2 Area:

156
Bedroom 3 Area:

231
Bedroom 2 Length:

13
Bedroom 2 Width:

12
Bedroom 3 Length:

21
Bedroom 3 Width:

11
Bedroom 4 Area:

180
Bedroom 4 Length:

15
Bedroom 4 Width:

12
Bedroom 5 Area:

168
Bedroom 5 Length:

14
Bedroom 5 Width:

12
Master Bedroom Area:

286
Master Bedroom Length:

22
Master Bedroom Width:

13

Location

Directions:

Linnaean or Martin to Bowdoin Street.
Latitude:

42.383572
Longitude:

-71.121109

The Property

Parcel Number:

17580,411942
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Lot Features:

Level
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Area:

0.12
Lot Size SqFt:

5294
Lot Size Acres:

0.12
Zoning:

UNK
Frontage Length:

59.00
Fencing:

Fenced/Enclosed
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet
Road Frontage Type:

Public

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Lot:

32
Tax Block:

80
Tax Map Number:

175
Tax Book Number:

67127
Tax Annual Amount:

29285.9
Tax Assessed Value:

4979800

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Walk-In Closet(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 3 Level:

Second
Bedroom 3 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 4 Level:

Third
Bedroom 4 Features:

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom 5 Level:

Third
Bedroom 5 Features:

Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access

Baths

Total Baths:

4.5
Total Baths:

5
Full Baths:

4
Half Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

First
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Bathroom 2 Level:

Second
Bathroom 2 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Attic Access, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 3 Level:

Second
Bathroom 3 Features:

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Master Bath Features:

Yes

The Listing

Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public
Green Energy Efficient:

Thermostat

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater

Schools

Elementary School:

Lottery
Middle Or Junior School:

Lottery
High School:

Crls

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Radcliffe Neighborhood/near Harvard Square
Senior Community:

false
Community Features:

Public Transportation
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Total:

2
Parking Features:

Paved Drive
Open Parking:

true

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Xfinity

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Utility Costs

$493/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/10/25 Jun 10, 2025	Sold	MLSPIN	$5,600,000	6.7%
6/3/25 Jun 3, 2025	Pending	MLSPIN	$5,250,000
5/20/25 May 20, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MLSPIN	$5,250,000

House Sold on 6/10/2025

$5,600,000

Listing provided by broker:

Lauren Holleran Team

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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32 Bowdoin Street

Cambridge, MA 02138