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48 Hawthorn Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square - Half Crown Marsh District
$1,989,000
Est. $11,342/month
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,153
Sq Ft
$924
Price/Sq Ft
0.00
Acres
1894
Year Built
2 hours 1 minute
Time on Market
Active Open House Listed May 26, 2026 • MLS# 73523867 Copied!

About this home

Home sweet home is this attached townhome (legally a condo) in 2-unit Victorian building in Harvard Square. Built in1894, it boasts original wide pine floorboards, high ceilings, and loads of natural light throughout the house.The first floor features a massive eat-in-kitchen, a separate dining room with china closet, a back staircase leading to the 2nd and 3rd floors, an enclosed glass porch at main entrance, living room w/wood burning fireplace and two walls of windows. The main staircase leads to the 2nd level where there's a large bedroom plus a separate office room, a full bath w/ tub and shower, and another large bedroom with walk-in closet.The back staircase continues up to the 3rd floor replete with charming eaves, 2 very large bedrooms and a full bath with tub and shower. There's ample closet space everywhere, and lots of nooks and crannies. Large unfinished basement. Ideal access to Memorial Drive, and public transport. Brickpatio, gardens, river views + tandem parking (2)!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1894
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,153 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Open House Schedule

29
May
Friday, May 29
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM EDT
30
May
Saturday, May 30
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT
31
May
Sunday, May 31
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM EDT

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1894
Living Area 2,153 sq ft
Lot Size 0.0000
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Victorian
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Sprinkler System, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch - Enclosed, Patio

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $13,009
Assessed Value $2,048,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Style: Victorian
Year Built: 1894
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Sprinkler System, Garden
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
View: Yes
View Type: Scenic View(s)
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

Location

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Neighborhood

Harvard Square - Half Crown Marsh District

48 Hawthorn Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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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

3 schools
St. Peter Elementary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.6 mi | #242 of 824 | Score: 52.7
Improved 3 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
367 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Shady Hill School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades 01-06
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
1.2 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

2 schools
Farr Academy School
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.5 mi
Grades 08-12
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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
May 26, 2026
$1,989,000
Original listing
Agent: The Carol Kelly Team Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 26, 2026 New Listing Added $1,989,000

Market Statistics

Time on Market
2 hours 1 minute
Price per Sq Ft
$924

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $13,009 $2,048,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$13,009
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$2,048,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Carol Kelly Team
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM319110
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated May 26, 2026 10:52 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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