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4 Shepard St., Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$3,800,000
Est. $21,089/month
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About this home
A rare opportunity to own a gracious, expansive Victorian-era home ideally situated between Harvard and Porter Squares, and offering exceptional access to Cambridge’s celebrated restaurants, performing arts, museums, universities, and public transportation. Rich in character and original architectural detail, this distinguished home combines beautifully proportioned spaces, gracefully curved hallways, restored pocket doors, carved ceiling medallions, original moldings, and hardwood floors throughout. Significant recent improvements include a new foundation, insulation, Marvin Ultimate triple glazed windows, 400 amp electric service and more. The 3rd floor is a designated auxiliary apartment dwelling in need of full refurbishment and together, this sets the stage for the home’s next iteration.The gracious first floor welcomes you through a wraparound front porch into an elegant central foyer flanked by formal living and dining rooms, each featuring a striking original fireplace with carved wood mantel and gas stoves. A butler’s pantry connects to the generously sized kitchen, ready for renovation and a new owner’s vision. A spacious rear mudroom opens to the patio and enclosed backyard, while an additional front room offers flexibility as a bedroom, study, or sitting room. A full bathroom completes this level.The second floor features four bedrooms, including a primary suite with an en-suite bath, an adjoining bedroom, a comfortable sitting area, and a shared full bathroom. The third floor is designated as an auxiliary apartment and offers a remarkable opportunity to create a private suite, guest retreat, or independent living space. Recently gutted to the studs, this level awaits renovation, with existing infrastructure for a kitchen and bathroom, two skylights, and a dramatic atrium-style window overhead.Outside, the enclosed backyard, mature plantings, brick patio, custom storage shed, and two driveway parking spaces enhance everyday comfort. With a substantial basement offering additional expansion potential and a premier location between two of Cambridge’s most vibrant squares, this is a distinctive home offering timeless appeal, exceptional flexibility, and the opportunity to create something truly special in the heart of Cambridge.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
10.5%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Nov 2, 2026
$3,800,000
Original listing
Agent: MonaLisa Team
Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72947292
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Apr 8, 2022
$3,400,000
MLS #72947292
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,800,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/08/2022 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $3,400,000 | - | - | MLS #72947292 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $20,093 | $3,437,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$20,093
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$3,437,800
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1895
Living Area
4,099 sq ft
Lot Size
0.11 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Total Rooms
14
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Hardwood
Appliances
Tankless Water Heater
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Full, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
Victorian
Roof
Shingle
Features
Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch, Patio
Parking
Features
Off Street
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$20,093
Assessed Value
$3,437,800
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Zoned As A Single-family With Auxiliary Apartment On The 3rd Floor, Which Is Currently Unfinished & Has Recently Been Gutted To The Studs, Ready For Renovation. The Bedroom And Bath Counts Do Not Include The Unfinished 3rd Floor. Public Record Lists 3, 985sf, Recent Architect Measurements At 4099sf.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
[]
House Color
Putty
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
Zoned as single-family with auxiliary apartment on the 3rd floor which is currently gutted.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1895
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
4,099 sq ft
Total Rooms
14
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
4,099 sq ft above grade
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch, Patio
Room Markers
KKitchen (1)
BRBedroom (5)
BABathroom (4)
DDining (1)
LLiving (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Hardwood
Appliances:
Tankless Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Full, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Style:
Victorian
Year Built:
1895
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Concrete Perimeter
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch, Patio
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Off Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
St. Peter Elementary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.9 mi
|
#105 of 825
|
Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.4 mi
|
#246 of 346
|
Score: 47.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
1.4 mi
|
#46 of 352
|
Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.6 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.2 mi
|
#238 of 825
|
Score: 52.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
323 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.8 mi
|
#66 of 352
|
Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.1 mi
|
#104 of 352
|
Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.6 mi
|
#207 of 352
|
Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.9 mi
|
#119 of 352
|
Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.1 mi
|
#205 of 346
|
Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Harvard Square
4 Shepard St., Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
MonaLisa Team
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID
TM358818
Office MLS ID
AN2606
Listing Data Updated
Nov 2, 2026 7:13 PM EST
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