Home sweet home is this attached townhome (legally a condo) in 2-unit Victorian building in Harvard Square. Built in1894, it boasts original wide pine floorboards, high ceilings, and loads of natural light throughout the house.The first floor features a massive eat-in-kitchen, a separate dining room with china closet, a back staircase leading to the 2nd and 3rd floors, an enclosed glass porch at main entrance, living room w/wood burning fireplace and two walls of windows. The main staircase leads to the 2nd level where there’s a large bedroom plus a separate office room, a full bath w/ tub and shower, and another large bedroom with walk-in closet.The back staircase continues up to the 3rd floor replete with charming eaves, 2 very large bedrooms and a full bath with tub and shower. There’s ample closet space everywhere, and lots of nooks and crannies. Large unfinished basement. Ideal access to Memorial Drive, and public transport. Brickpatio, gardens, river views + tandem parking (2)!
Property Details
Price:
$1,989,000
MLS #:
73523867
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Half Crown Marsh District
Neighborhood:
harvardsquare
Listed Date:
May 26, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,153
Total Sq Ft:
2,153
Year Built:
1894
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Schools
Interior
Above Grade Finished Area
2153
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Below Grade Finished Area
900
Cooling
None
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Wood, Hardwood, Pine
Heating
Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup
Exterior
Architectural Style
Victorian
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
Construction Materials
Frame
Exterior Features
Porch – Enclosed, Patio, Sprinkler System, Garden
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Open Parking Spaces
2
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Porch – Enclosed, Patio
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Security Features
Security System
View
Scenic View(s)
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$13,009
Map
Community
- Address48 Hawthorn Street Cambridge MA
- SubdivisionHalf Crown Marsh District
- CityCambridge
- CountyMiddlesex
- Zip Code02138
Subdivisions in Cambridge
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Cambridge as of May 30, 2026
76
Single Family Listed
65
Avg DOM
1,004
Avg $ / SqFt
$3,392,258
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Half Crown Marsh District subdivision, 48 Hawthorn Street Cambridge MA is a Single Family for sale in Cambridge, MA, 02138. It is listed for $1,989,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,153 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1894. The current price per square foot is $924. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Cambridge is $1,004. The average listing price for Single Family in Cambridge is $3,392,258. To schedule a showing of MLS#73523867 at 48 Hawthorn Street in Cambridge, MA, contact your Cornerstone Real Estate agent at 617-238-7400.
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48 Hawthorn Street
Cambridge, MA