Classic architecture meets modern living with this beautifully restored Mansard home. Tall ceilings, bay windows, and a sweeping staircase set an elegant tone, while a thoughtful layout offers both openness and privacy. With 4 bedrooms, plus a bonus room and 2½ baths, it’s designed for stylish, comfortable everyday life. The handsome new kitchen impresses with tall cabinetry, marble-veined quartz counters, and KitchenAid and Bosch appliances. Open to the expansive dining room, this space is perfect for entertaining. A garden and rear deck add just the right amount of outdoor space. The primary suite features a skylight, an attached dressing room, and a serene ensuite bath. Conveniences include a laundry room and mini-split cooling upstairs, while the driveway with carport accommodates 4 cars. Ideally located near Porter Square, Mass Ave, the redline T station, Danehy park, and a multitude of nearby Cambridge restaurants, shops and amenities. Offers are due on Tuesday 11/25 by 10am
Property Details
Price:
$2,250,000
MLS #:
73455951
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
4
Baths:
2.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
portersquare
Listed Date:
Nov 18, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
2,615
Total Sq Ft:
2,615
Lot Size:
5,000 sqft / 0.11 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1871
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Laundry Features
In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Exterior
Architectural Style
Victorian
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Deck, Garden
Parking Features
Carport, Off Street
Parking Spots
4
Roof
Shingle
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$13,730
Map
Community
- Address8 Cogswell Ave. Cambridge MA
- CityCambridge
- CountyMiddlesex
- Zip Code02140
Subdivisions in Cambridge
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Cambridge as of Dec 11, 2025
40
Single Family Listed
83
Avg DOM
1,092
Avg $ / SqFt
$3,812,320
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 8 Cogswell Ave. Cambridge MA is a Single Family for sale in Cambridge, MA, 02140. It is listed for $2,250,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,615 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1871. The current price per square foot is $860. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Cambridge is $1,092. The average listing price for Single Family in Cambridge is $3,812,320. To schedule a showing of MLS#73455951 at 8 Cogswell Ave. in Cambridge, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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8 Cogswell Ave.
Cambridge, MA