Gracious and sunny, this 1873 Mansard Victorian home is a historic beauty in the heart of East Cambridge, a short walk to Kendall square, T stations, shops & restaurants. Full of character with 10’ tall ceilings, grand entry foyer with a curving staircase, ornate cornices, wood mantels and original pine or oak floors. The foyer leads to generous formal living & dining rooms and a large kitchen which opens up to the patio/yard area under a pergola for summer shades. The 2nd floor, with front and back stairs, houses 3 bedrooms 2 baths and admits beautiful natural light. The upper floor, formerly 2 bedrooms, is now an open family room with Mansard windows and a full bathroom. Unfinished basement offers terrific potential for expansion. Park 2 cars in driveway. Well-built and well-cared by the current owners, it is open to a world of design possibilities to elevate its beauty, design to your dreams and create its future story.
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| Year | Land | Building | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | $598,500 | $1,405,200 | $2,003,700 | — |
| Date | Price | Book/Page |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2021 | $1,800,000 | 78117/0209 |
This property sold for 2.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 11 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
East Cambridge
83 Thorndike Street, Cambridge MA 02141
Cambridge, MA 02141
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/24/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $6,950 | - | - | MLS #73523357 - Active |
| 06/28/2021 | ✓ Sold | $1,800,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/05/2021 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,749,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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