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12 Salem St
Cambridge, MA, 02139
$1,575,000
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,519 SqFt
0.05 Acres
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Offers due Tuesday 10/6 at 12:00 noon. 12 Salem is a significantly updated single family residence on a quaint and quiet street in an unparalleled natural setting in Cambridgeport! Stroll through the picket fence to discover a curated garden beckoning you toward a rose-covered trellis to the gated, fully-fenced back yard with pergola, deck, and large brick patio perfect for alfresco dining under a canopy of mature trees. It’s tempting to linger here in this stunningly secluded environment but enter the front door to a foyer flanked on either side by a spacious formal living and dining room with newly screened and coated hardwood floors. The updated kitchen shines with new soft-close cabinetry, SS appliances ,marble backsplash and tile floors. A back wall of cabinetry and shelves adds additional storage and aesthetic appeal. A main floor bedroom, office, or family room with closet may be entered privately from the back patio. A powder room and coat closet large enough for a first floor laundry complete the main floor. Upstairs is a generous primary bedroom with a private entrance to the roof deck enveloped by lush foliage overlooking the back yard. An additional guest bedroom and newly renovated full bathroom with glass-tiled bath/shower round out the second floor. The outdoor living spaces here are rare, simply sublime and utterly private. Exteriors painted in 2025 and Interiors freshly painted in 2026. Closet space galore! A treasure in the heart of Cambridgeport, 12 Salem St offers a rare combination of privacy and easy access to everything that makes the Cambridge lifestyle so desirable. Perfectly poised just blocks from the Charles River, Magazine Beach Park with its abundant green space, and walking distance to shops and restaurants. Close to the Red Line in Central Square offering an easy commute to Boston. This is an exceptional opportunity to own a single family home in Cambridgeport, full of character in a serene setting! See list of upgrades and improvements in paperclip.

Property Details

Price:
$1,575,000
MLS #:
73585510
Status:
Pending
Beds:
3
Baths:
1.5
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Cambridgeport
Listed Date:
Oct 1, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,519
Total Sq Ft:
1,519
Lot Size:
2,178 sqft / 0.05 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1873
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Interior

Above Grade Finished Area
1519
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Foyer, Internet Available – Broadband
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Exterior

Architectural Style
Antique
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Deck, Deck – Roof, Patio, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Lot Features
Level
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
On Street
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Deck – Roof, Patio
Roof
Shingle

Financial

Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$8,049

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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

    Located in the Cambridgeport subdivision, 12 Salem St Cambridge MA is a Single Family for sale in Cambridge, MA, 02139. It is listed for $1,575,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,519 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1873. The current price per square foot is $1,037. 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#73585510 at 12 Salem St in Cambridge, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.

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