20 Garfield Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$3,950,000
Est. $21,024/month
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,956
Sq Ft
$998
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1885
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
22
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73328124

About this home

Situated on a picturesque street with many historic homes , this striking Victorian is between lively Harvard & Porter Squares. It has been painstakingly restored by the current owners. Every detail has been thoughtfully done using high quality finishes and fixtures. The first floor has a gracious foyer with period staircase, stained glass, inviting dining room, double living room with fireplace and high ceilings accented by period moulding . A sunny cook's kitchen with sliders lead to a deck where you will enjoy an enchanting oasis complete with a koi pond and working greenhouse. The 2nd floor offers 3 lovely bedrooms plus study, one of which is en-suite, a 2nd full bathroom, a study and laundry room. The primary "loft like" en-suite bedroom has a double under lit quartz vanity, and custom tile shower. The finished lower level is perfect for a gym, media/play room complete with a temperature controlled wine cellar for over 1700 bottles and half bath. Extra wide paved driveway

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $4,200,000
Final Sale Price: $3,950,000
Difference: $250,000 (-6.0%)
Performance Metrics
94.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
22
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,062
Sale $/sq ft: $998
This property sold for $998 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.0% below the original asking price.

With only 22 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1885
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
3,956 sq ft
Total Rooms
9

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features
Bathroom - Half, Media Room, Wine Cellar, Exercise Room, Study, Bathroom
Laundry Features
Second Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Full, Finished
Window Features
Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Victorian
Roof
Slate
Foundation
Stone
Exterior Features
Porch, Deck - Wood, Rain Gutters, Storage, Greenhouse, Professional Landscaping
Patio/Porch Features
Porch, Deck - Wood
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.15 acres
Lot Size
6,599 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.1500
Lot Features
Level
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
2
Parking Features
Off Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Security Features
Security System
Energy Efficient Features
Thermostat

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$22,504
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$3,849,900
Parcel Number
410448
Zoning
res

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Water dispenser in the refrigerator does not work. 20 Garfield is on the National Historic Registry

Location

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Neighborhood

20 Garfield Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $1,875
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

6%
Price Range
23
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Feb 27, 2025
$3,950,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 23
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Listed for Sale
Jan 22, 2025
$4,200,000
Original listing
Agent: Robin Repucci Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 22, 2025 New Listing Added $4,200,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
22 days
Price per Sq Ft
$998

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $22,504 $3,849,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$22,504
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$3,849,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Robin Repucci
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID BB301039
Office MLS ID AN2606

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