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4 Shepard St.
Cambridge, MA, 02138
$3,800,000
5 Beds
3 Baths
4,099 SqFt
0.11 Acres
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A rare opportunity to own a gracious, expansive Victorian-era home ideally situated between Harvard and Porter Squares, and offering exceptional access to Cambridge’s celebrated restaurants, performing arts, museums, universities, and public transportation. Rich in character and original architectural detail, this distinguished home combines beautifully proportioned spaces, gracefully curved hallways, restored pocket doors, carved ceiling medallions, original moldings, and hardwood floors throughout. Significant recent improvements include a new foundation, insulation, Marvin Ultimate triple glazed windows, 400 amp electric service and more. The 3rd floor is a designated auxiliary apartment dwelling in need of full refurbishment and together, this sets the stage for the home’s next iteration.The gracious first floor welcomes you through a wraparound front porch into an elegant central foyer flanked by formal living and dining rooms, each featuring a striking original fireplace with carved wood mantel and gas stoves. A butler’s pantry connects to the generously sized kitchen, ready for renovation and a new owner’s vision. A spacious rear mudroom opens to the patio and enclosed backyard, while an additional front room offers flexibility as a bedroom, study, or sitting room. A full bathroom completes this level.The second floor features four bedrooms, including a primary suite with an en-suite bath, an adjoining bedroom, a comfortable sitting area, and a shared full bathroom. The third floor is designated as an auxiliary apartment and offers a remarkable opportunity to create a private suite, guest retreat, or independent living space. Recently gutted to the studs, this level awaits renovation, with existing infrastructure for a kitchen and bathroom, two skylights, and a dramatic atrium-style window overhead.Outside, the enclosed backyard, mature plantings, brick patio, custom storage shed, and two driveway parking spaces enhance everyday comfort. With a substantial basement offering additional expansion potential and a premier location between two of Cambridge’s most vibrant squares, this is a distinctive home offering timeless appeal, exceptional flexibility, and the opportunity to create something truly special in the heart of Cambridge.

Property Details

Price:
$3,800,000
MLS #:
73597898
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
harvardsquare
Listed Date:
Nov 2, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
4,099
Total Sq Ft:
4,099
Lot Size:
4,772 sqft / 0.11 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1895
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Interior

Above Grade Finished Area
4099
Appliances
Tankless Water Heater
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
None
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Wood, Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air

Exterior

Architectural Style
Victorian
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Open Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Off Street
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Porch, Patio
Roof
Shingle
Window Features
Insulated Windows

Financial

Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$20,093

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Community

Market Summary

Current real estate data for Single Family in Cambridge as of Nov 03, 2026
58
Single Family Listed
79
Avg DOM
1,025
Avg $ / SqFt
$3,767,980
Avg List Price

Property Summary

    4 Shepard St. Cambridge MA is a Single Family for sale in Cambridge, MA, 02138. It is listed for $3,800,000 and features 5 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 4,099 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1895. The current price per square foot is $927. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Cambridge is $1,025. The average listing price for Single Family in Cambridge is $3,767,980. To schedule a showing of MLS#73597898 at 4 Shepard St. in Cambridge, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.

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