Blocks from Kendall Square, this rare free standing workers cottage offers a private oasis in the middle of the city. Oriented for beautiful southern light, the home looks out toward Elm and Hampshire plaza park and neighboring gardens, creating an unexpected sense of calm and greenery. Rebuilt in 2018 while preserving its original shell, the house combines character with modern systems, including acacia hardwood floors, closed cell foam insulation, hardwired smoke and CO detectors, and a full sprinkler system. The open main level is designed for easy living and entertaining, with generous living and dining areas, a beautifully appointed kitchen, oversized island, premium appliances, restaurant grade range, and powerful hood. Glass doors open to a covered deck and exclusive landscaped yard with irrigation. Upstairs are two en suite bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk in closet. The finished lower level offers a media room, storage, laundry, and half bath plumbed for a shower
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Last Checked: June 21st, 2026 at 4:30am (Source: MLS PIN #73529100)
Green Features
Air Conditioning
Waterview
Lead Paint Free
General Information for 299 Columbia # 299, Cambridge MA 02139
Listing ID73529100
Property TypeSingle Family / Detached
Price$1,688,000 ($1,024.89/SqFt)
StyleColonial
CityCambridge
CountyMiddlesex
MLS AreaKendall Square
Neighborhood(s)
Garage Parking0
Zoningres
Association0
Year Built1873
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Year Built DetailsActual
Handicap Access / Features0
Interior Features for 299 Columbia # 299, Cambridge MA 02139
Approximate Living Area Total1647
Living Area Includes BasementYes
Rooms5
Bedrooms2
Primary En Suite BathroomYes
BasementFull
Cooling1, Split
Fireplaces
AppliancesRange
FlooringTile
Electric220 Volts
Exterior Features for 299 Columbia # 299, Cambridge MA 02139
Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0
Approximate Lot Size (Square Feet)0
Total Parking1
Garage Parking0
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer
Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping
Parking Features1
Exterior FeaturesPorch
Foundation Materials
Construction MaterialsFrame
Road Frontage Type
Patio & PorchCovered
Roof MaterialAsphalt/fiberglass Shingles
Utility Connections110 Volts
Water ViewsNo
Water Views Features
Waterfront0
Waterfront Features
Pool Features
Horse Permitted0
Horse Amenities
Disclosures for 299 Columbia # 299, Cambridge MA 02139
Lead PaintNone
UFFINo
Living Area Includes BasementYes
Living Area Disclosure
Building Area SourcePublic Records
Special Listing Conditions
ExclusionsRefrigerator And Some Personal Belongings
Compensation Based On
Financial Information for 299 Columbia # 299, Cambridge MA 02139
Association0
Association Fee
Association Fee FrequencyAnnually
Association Fee Includes
Real Estate Tax8631.65
Tax Year2026
Assessed Value$1,294,100
Location Information for 299 Columbia # 299, Cambridge MA 02139
Elementary SchoolBy Lottery
High SchoolRindge & Latin
Neighborhood(s)
MLS AreaKendall Square
Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails
Contact Information for 299 Columbia # 299, Cambridge MA 02139