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42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139

$1,150,000

Estimated $7,825/month Calculator

Single Family

4 Bedrooms

Baths

1834

Total Parking: 2

3,600 (0.08)

Built in 1894

Available for the first time in nearly 50 years, 42 Howard St presents a unique opportunity to create the perfect Cambridge home for the imaginative buyer. What is currently a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom multifamily could be transformed into a comfortable 4+ bedroom single family by removing the second-floor kitchen and renovating the rest to your liking. In its current form, this house features well-proportioned bedrooms, spacious kitchens with islands, high ceilings, laundry hookups on the first and second floor, and the cherry on top: parking AND a large backyard. Now it's just waiting for the right person to bring it back to life. Centrally located near Harvard University, Harvard Business School, MIT, and Boston University. Surrounded by top notch restaurants and a vibrant arts and culture scene, plus Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and other daily conveniences. Less than a 1/2 mile in either direction via Western Ave are the Central Square T station and Charles River green spaces and parks. Unbeatable location and value for the savvy homebuyer! Ask about possible 203k loan options to help you create your ideal space and build instant equity. (Also listed as a multi-family, MLS #73584775)

This home has been viewed 2 times

Last Checked: October 8th, 2026 at 10:38am (Source: MLS PIN #73584776)

Air Conditioning

Waterview

Lead Paint Free

General Information for 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139

Listing ID73584776

Property TypeSingle Family / Detached

Price$1,150,000 ($627.04/SqFt)

StyleColonial

CityCambridge

CountyMiddlesex

Neighborhood(s)

Garage Parking0

ZoningC-1

Year Built1894

Year Built SourcePublic Records

Year Built DetailsApproximate

Interior Features for 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139

Approximate Living Area Total1834

Living Area Includes BasementNo

Rooms8

Bedrooms4

Primary En Suite BathroomNo

BasementFull

Cooling1, Split

Fireplaces

AppliancesRange

FlooringTile

Electric220 Volts

Exterior Features for 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139

Approximate Lot Size (Acres)0.08

Approximate Lot Size (Square Feet)3600

Total Parking2

Garage Parking0

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Lot FeaturesGentle Sloping

Parking Features1

Exterior FeaturesPorch

Foundation Materials

Construction Materials

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 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139

Lead PaintNone

UFFI

Living Area Includes BasementNo

Living Area Disclosure

Building Area SourcePublic Records

Special Listing Conditions

ExclusionsWall Mounted Vac In Garage. Hose Reels. Tv Wall Mounts. Japanese Maple Tree.

Compensation Based On

Financial Information for 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139

Association Fee

Association Fee Frequency

Association Fee Includes

Real Estate Tax8864

Tax Year2026

Assessed Value$1,329,000

Location Information for 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139

Neighborhood(s)

Area AmenitiesWalk/jog Trails

Contact Information for 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139

Agent

Name: Fayth Cregg

Office

Name: Leading Edge Real Estate

Phone: 617-484-1900

Payment Calculator

, Interest

Property Taxes 738.67

Principal & Interest 7085.93

HOA Dues

Term

Interest

Home Price

Down Payment

Exclusive Listing Agent

Leading Edge Real Estate

Fayth Cregg

Agent Phone

Office Phone

(617) 484-1900

Text Agent Call Agent Call Office

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