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299 Columbia # 299, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Kendall Square
$1,688,000
Est. $9,651/month
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,647
Sq Ft
$1,025
Price/Sq Ft
1873
Year Built
3 hours 19 minutes
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed Jun 3, 2026 • MLS# 73529101 Copied!

About this home

Just blocks from the heart of Kendall Square, this rare free-standing workers cottage offers a refined retreat tucked behind a distinctive two-unit association. Perfectly positioned for beautiful southern light, the home overlooks Elm & Hampshire plaza-park and neighboring gardens, creating a private urban oasis. Rebuilt in 2018 while preserving the original shell, it features acacia hardwood floors, closed-cell foam insulation, hardwired smoke/CO detectors and a full sprinkler system. The open main level is ideal for entertaining with spacious living and dining areas, a stunning kitchen, oversized island, premium appliances, restaurant-grade range and powerful hood. Sliders lead to a covered deck and exclusive landscaped yard with irrigation. Upstairs offers two en-suite bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk-in closet. The finished lower level includes a media room, storage, laundry and half bath plumbed for a shower. Deeded parking completes this exceptional offering.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1873
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,647 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
3
Entry Level
1

Open House Schedule

06
Jun
Saturday, June 6
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
07
Jun
Sunday, June 7
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT
04
Jun
Thursday, June 4
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1873
Living Area 1,647 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Dual, Individual, Unit Control, Energy Star Qualified Equipment
Flooring Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Disposal, Indoor Grill, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Bathroom - Half, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Dining Area, Slider, Bathroom, Media Room, Living/dining Rm Combo, Finish - Sheetrock

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Composite, City View(s), Garden, Screens, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Exterior, Deck - Composite

Parking

Features Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $8,632
Assessed Value $1,294,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Disposal, Indoor Grill, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Dining Area, Slider, Bathroom, Media Room, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Finish - Sheetrock
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: Y
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1873
Effective Year (Renovated): 2017
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 3

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air, Dual, Individual, Unit Control, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, City View(s), Garden, Screens, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch: Deck - Exterior, Deck - Composite
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Paved

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Kendall Square

299 Columbia # 299, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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Nearby Schools

School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.3 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
0.8 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.3 mi | #100 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.9 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Cambridgeport School
0.1 mi | #212 of 824 | Score: 54.3
Improved 94 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
263 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.3 mi
Grades 01-06
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.3 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.5 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.9 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.2 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
NuVu Innovation School
0.5 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.6 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
Farr Academy School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
Jun 3, 2026
$1,688,000
Original listing
Agent: Laura Palumbo-Hanson Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 3, 2026 New Listing Added $1,688,000
Jun 3, 2026 Sold $1,688,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
3 hours 19 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$1,025

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $8,632 $1,294,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$8,632
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$2,354
Annually
Assessed Value
$1,294,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Laura Palumbo-Hanson
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB901250
Office MLS ID AN2064
Listing Data Updated Jun 3, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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