Cambridge Homes for Sale

Welcome to Cambridge, Massachusetts – a vibrant city steeped in history and innovation! Nestled in Middlesex County, this charming locale is renowned for its prestigious universities, including Harvard and MIT, making it a hub of intellectual and cultural activity. With its picturesque streets, diverse neighborhoods, and a rich tapestry of arts and culture, Cambridge offers an unparalleled lifestyle for residents and visitors alike.

As you explore Cambridge, you’ll discover a delightful blend of historic architecture and modern amenities. From the iconic red-brick buildings of Harvard Yard to the contemporary designs of Kendall Square, the city boasts a unique character that appeals to all tastes. The bustling Central Square is a culinary paradise, featuring a myriad of restaurants, cafes, and shops, while the scenic Charles River provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation.

For those considering making Cambridge their home, you’re in luck! The real estate market is thriving, with a variety of homes for sale that cater to different preferences and budgets. Whether you’re looking for a quaint condo with urban charm, a spacious single-family home, or a modern townhouse, Cambridge has something for everyone. Many properties offer stunning views of the cityscape or are conveniently located near public transportation, parks, and vibrant community hubs.

Embrace the opportunity to live in a city that celebrates education, innovation, and community. With homes for sale in Cambridge, you can become part of this dynamic environment that’s as rich in history as it is in future possibilities. Your dream home awaits in this enchanting city!

Newest Cambridge Homes for Sale

$995,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 73586313 MLS

Attention Developers and those who love to rehab or renovate! Enjoy an exceptional Cambridge location near the Belmont line, offering the perfect balance of neighborhood living and urban convenience. Close to Fresh Pond Reservation and the Fresh Pond/Alewife shopping district, including Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s, with easy access to Alewife Station and the Red Line, Route 2 and major commuter routes. Convenient to Harvard Square, Belmont and Watertown, as well as Cambridge and Boston’s renowned universities and medical centers, including nearby Mount Auburn Hospital. Enjoy an abundance of restaurants, cafés, shopping and everyday conveniences, plus Fresh Pond’s scenic trails and green space. An ideal location for commuting into Boston, exploring Cambridge or enjoying everything this vibrant area has to offer.

59 Blanchard Rd, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Gundersheim Group Real Estate from Listing Office: Commonwealth Standard Realty Advisors.

$2,145,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73585574 MLS

Cambridgeport - An exceptional 1886 Greek Revival corner row house where historic character meets highly considered, architect-led design, lovingly cared and maintained for decades. Original stairs and antique pine floors set the tone for a home completely renovated by awarded Cambridge owner-architect with extraordinary attention to craft, material and detail. At its heart, a bespoke kitchen channels the warmth of an English country house, with custom cabinetry and shelving, integrated counter-height refrigeration, built-in banquette and distinctive lighting—an inviting place to gather, cook and linger, naturally connected to the garden beyond. Four bedrooms and beautifully conceived baths feature floor-to-ceiling tile, custom vanities, stone and elevated fixtures. Throughout, layered lighting creates warmth and atmosphere, while the home's east-west orientation brings changing natural light through the day and seasons. In back, mature River Birches form a leafy canopy over the private garden and patio, an unexpected urban sanctuary. The lower-level, separate-entry studio is charming and fully appointed—ideal as a guest or au pair suite, pied-à-terre, home office or independent living space. The attic presents an opportunity for expansion if needed. A singular Cambridgeport home: historic yet fresh, sophisticated yet wonderfully livable, in one of Cambridge's most beloved and walkable neighborhoods.

99 Pleasant Street, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sandrine Deschaux from Listing Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center.

$1,575,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73585510 MLS

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.

12 Salem St, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Nancy Cole from Listing Office: Compass.

$1,150,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73584776 MLS

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)

42 Howard St, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Fayth Cregg from Listing Office: Leading Edge Real Estate.

$1,585,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73584634 MLS

Single-family living at the edge of Kendall Square—with fenced outdoor space front and back, an attached garage, and the freedom that comes with owning a home of your own. Built in 1981, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath attached residence offers generous proportions and an easy, flexible layout in one of Cambridge’s most dynamic neighborhoods. The main level pairs a renovated eat-in kitchen with warm wood cabinetry and a peninsula for casual seating with an expansive, floor-through living and dining room. Patio doors open directly to the backyard, creating an effortless connection outdoors for summer dinners, entertaining, or simply unwinding at home. Upstairs, all three bedrooms—including the primary—share one level, creating an easy, connected layout particularly well suited to young family life. Fenced front and rear yards, direct garage access, and rooftop solar add to the everyday ease. Thoughtful recent improvements make it especially turnkey: 2025 renovations to the kitchen, baths, flooring, and an all-electric setup. Comfortable today, with the freedom to evolve over time, the home sits moments from Main Street restaurants, the cinema, Kendall Square T, MIT, the innovation hub, and its newest cultural destination, The Platform. And for family life, King Open School, playgrounds, and recreational fields are just around the corner.

235 Cardinal Medeiros Avenue, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sandrine Deschaux from Listing Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center.

$3,599,950

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 73584464 MLS

Striking new luxury single family on a quiet, tree-lined North Cambridge street, blending classic New England architecture with modern finishes and smart home readiness. Over 4,000 sf across four finished levels: 5 beds, 4.5 baths. The open first floor showcases a chef's kitchen with white oak shaker cabinetry, tile subway backsplash, quartz counters, Thermador stainless appliances, classic hood, and oversized island over herringbone oak floors. Half bath and full pantry with water dispensers rounds out the 1st floor. The second floor features a primary suite with spa bath, soaking tub and walk-in shower, plus a second en-suite bedroom and laundry room. Third floor offers two more bedrooms, full bath, and eave storage. Finished lower level features: entertainment room, private study, a bedroom and secondary laundry. Private fenced yard plus detached 1-car garage. Walk to Davis, Porter, Alewife T, Minuteman Bikeway, top schools, parks, and Cambridge/Somerville dining.

21 Cottage Park Ave, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: John Raposo from Listing Office: eXp Realty LLC.

$1,095,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73583778 MLS

THREE distinct elements make 254 Garden a unicorn: A leafy and expansive backyard; three car side by side parking; and single family ownership! Turn-key single-family home across from Danehy Park and the award-winning Cambridge Universal Design Playground, in Cambridge's desirable Neighborhood 9 — with 60 acres of trails, open fields, and green space right at your doorstep.This extensively updated home features exposed beam detail and an open-concept main level ideal for eating, dining, and living, plus a convenient half bath. The living area is seamlessly connected to the unusually large fenced backyard and patio oasis, complete with a storage shed for the gardener who is ready to dig in. Upstairs, an open architectural staircase with a skylight leads to two well-proportioned bedrooms with excellent light and generous closet storage, along with a full bath and laundry. Outside, enjoy three-car off-street parking — a true luxury in Cambridge — plus unbeatable access to the outdoors: Danehy Park across the street and Fresh Pond's miles of trails are just blocks away. Garden Street leads straight into Harvard Square, and Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are close by.

254 Garden Street, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Lauren Holleran Team from Listing Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty.

$2,799,999

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 73583213 MLS

A distinctive Cambridge home blending historic architectural character with modern amenities and generous, open living spaces. Restored newel posts, classic moldings and original details bring warmth and craftsmanship to the interior, while expansive living and dining areas flow into a spacious kitchen designed for everyday living and entertaining. Six bedrooms offer tremendous flexibility for family, guests and home offices. Two private decks extend the living space outdoors, while the rear yard is a blank canvas ready to become a private city oasis. A brick herringbone driveway provides rare off-street parking for three cars. Ideally located in The Port between Central and Kendall Squares, with convenient Red Line access and proximity to Cambridge's world-renowned biotech, life-science and innovation centers. A unique combination of historic Cambridge character, substantial living space, outdoor space and modern city living. Properties of this size and quality are rare to this neighborhood. Don't miss out!

350 Washington Street, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Sean D. Hope from Listing Office: Hope Real Estate Enterprises.

$3,685,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 73582280 MLS

Located in the coveted Coolidge Hill Neighborhood this stately Italianate Victorian offers tremendous privacy from its oversized 14,000+ square foot lot, mature gardens and fenced-in yard and is just blocks away from the Shady Hill School and Buckingham Browne & Nichols. Classic 19th century details feature prominently with 9'-6" ceilings on the first floor, period millwork, a robust balustrade and staircase, hardwood and pine flooring, oversized windows, original plaster rosettes and a wrap-around porch. There are large rooms throughout including a double-parlor with wood burning fireplace, formal dining room and contemporary eat-in kitchen with a cozy enameled cast iron VT stove for winter mornings. The 2nd floor offers 9' ceilings, 3 well-proportioned bedrooms, a small study and fully renovated bathroom. The 3rd floor is a special retreat with cathedral ceilings, skylights and a newer vintage style bathroom with clawfoot tub. Also, central AC, 200amp electrical service, 2-car detached brick garage and a new (2025/2026) gas heating system. This is a unique property with many possibilities for adding additional living space, an ADU or potentially additional housing. See agent regarding architectural schematics for possible development options.

16 Coolidge Ave, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Peter Boyajian Team from Listing Office: Real Estate 109.

$1,550,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 73581701 MLS

Charming, move-in-ready cottage with expansion potential, conveniently located near Harvard Square and Charles River. Thoughtfully refreshed with recently refinished floors, freshly painted interiors, and new recessed lighting throughout.The main level features an open living and dining area that flows naturally to a wooden deck and private backyard—ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The galley kitchen offers an excellent opportunity for future expansion or customization. Both bedrooms include generous double closets, while two full baths provide flexibility; one has been more recently updated.The finished lower level adds valuable living space with a comfortable family room, plus dedicated laundry and storage. The home’s exterior was painted within the past few years, and a convenient two-car driveway adds everyday ease.

11 Sparks Street, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Minka Vanbeuzekom from Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge.

$2,595,000

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 73581689 MLS

In Cambridge’s sought-after Agassiz neighborhood, with Harvard and Porter Squares close at hand, 17 Frost Street is a modern, turnkey property that sits back from the street, offering 2,669 square feet of private, light-filled space surrounded by trees and plantings. With walls of windows, high ceilings, multiple fireplaces, built-ins, and direct access via a private garage, this thoughtfully laid out 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath home provides three floors of flexible space to gather, work, retreat and entertain. The eat-in kitchen is a chef’s paradise, with stainless steel appliances and an island with waterfall countertops. Throughout the first floor, multiple glass doors open to the home’s private deck and garden, creating a seamless indoor/outdoor flow. The generous second floor primary suite offers extensive storage space, a newly updated bathroom, fireplace and private deck. Two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom complete this floor. On the third floor, two bedrooms, a full bath and a bright sitting room create additional spaces for guests, relaxing, or working from home. Part of an intimate five-unit association yet entirely detached, 17 Frost combines the space, privacy and outdoor living of a house with the ease of condominium ownership.

17 Frost St Unit 17, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Max Dublin Team from Listing Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty.

$2,495,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 73580742 MLS

A Singular Cambridge Residence. Overlooking the renewed Sennott Park, the Luke-Scully-Burns House is an exceptional 1855 Second Empire Mansard with a storied past as the former rectory for St. Mary of the Annunciation. Reimagined in 2022 with a discerning eye, this distinguished residence balances historic character with sophisticated contemporary design. Set on a side street in the heart of Cambridge, its expansive park views, exceptional light and nearly 3,000 square feet create a rare sense of openness and privacy.A dramatic foyer introduces the home with a double-height tray ceiling and exquisite sphere chandelier. European oak floors flow into beautifully proportioned living and dining spaces, united by a dual-sided fireplace and direct access to a private deck. The sleek kitchen centers around a waterfall island with seating and features custom cabinetry, Gaggenau double wall ovens and paneled refrigerator, plus a Thermador five-burner cooktop with pot filler. Oversized windows with motorized Hunter Douglas blinds frame the greenery and fill the interiors with natural light.The entire second level is devoted to a serene primary suite, complete with an expansive custom walk-in closet, luxurious four-piece bathroom and a remarkable private deck offering open-sky views across Sennott Park. On the third floor, two additional bedrooms each enjoy beautifully finished en-suite bathrooms. The garden level provides a generous family, media room with custom built-in shelving, the fourth bedroom and full bathroom plus direct access to an intimate, secluded patio.Offering four bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms, multiple private outdoor spaces and two parking spaces, this singular home provides the scale and privacy of single-family living. Just blocks from Kendall, Central and Inman Squares, as well as the MIT and Harvard campuses, it is an extraordinary union of architectural distinction, modern luxury and quintessential Cambridge living

160 Norfolk Street Unit 1, Cambridge

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Laura Palumbo-Hanson from Listing Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty.

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