299-301 Columbia Street

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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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Basic Information

  • Bedrooms2
  • Mls StatusNew
  • Bathroom4
  • Unit Number299

Rooms

  • Bathroom 1 Main, First,2.1 x 6.11
  • Bathroom 2 Second,6.8 x 11.4
  • Bathroom 3 Second,5.7 x 5.9
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal 3
  • Bedroom 2 Second,10.1 x 11.4
  • Full Bath2
  • Half Baths2
  • Kitchen Main, First,14.4 x 12
  • Main Level Bathrooms 1
  • Master Bedroom Second,16.8

Property

  • Entry Location Unit Placement(Back)

Exterior

  • Exterior Features
    • City View(s)
    • Deck - Composite
    • Garden
    • Professional Landscaping
    • Screens
    • Sprinkler System
  • RoofShingle

Utilities

  • Cooling Central Air, Dual, Individual, Unit Control, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Cooling YN Yes
  • Electric 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers,200+ Amp Service
  • Heat SystemYes
  • Heating Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Water Source Public

Other

  • Association Fee $2,353
  • Association Fee Frequency Annually
  • Association Fee Includes Insurance
  • Date Listed06/03/2026
  • Farm Land Area Units Square Feet

Tax Information

  • Tax Assessed Value $1,294,100
  • Tax Year 2026
  • Taxes$8,631

Parking

  • Parking Spaces1
  • Open Parking YN Yes
  • Parking Features Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Paved

Location

  • NeighborhoodKendall Square
  • SubdivisionKendall Square
  • Address299 Columbia
  • Building Number299
  • CountyMiddlesex
  • StateMA
  • StreetColumbia
  • TownCambridge
  • Zip02139

Interior

  • Flooring Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features
    • Bathroom
    • Bathroom - Half
    • Cable Hookup
    • Closet
    • Dining Area
    • Finish - Sheetrock
    • High Speed Internet Hookup
    • Living/Dining Rm Combo
    • Media Room
    • Open Floorplan
    • Recessed Lighting
    • Slider

Property Information

  • Square Feet1,647
  • Building Area Source Master Deed
  • Living Area 1,647
  • Lot Size Units Acres
  • Structure Type Detached
  • View YN Yes

School Information

  • High School Rindge & Latin
  • Elementary SchoolBy Lottery
  • High SchoolCambridge Rindge and Latin School

Basic Information

  • List Price$1,688,000
  • MLS Number73529101
  • Modification Date06/03/2026
  • Property SubTypeCondominium

Building

  • BasementY
  • Building Area Units Square Feet
  • Construction Materials Frame
  • Door Features Insulated Doors
  • Entry Level 1
  • Patio And Porch Features Deck - Exterior, Deck - Composite
  • Property Name299-301 Columbia Street
  • Property StyleOther (See Remarks)
  • Rooms5
  • Stories3
  • Utilities For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Window Features Insulated Windows, Screens
  • Year Built1873
  • Year Built Details Actual
  • Year Built Effective 2017
  • Year Built Source Public Records

Amenities

  • Amenities
    • Bike Path
    • Golf
    • Highway Access
    • House of Worship
    • Laundromat
    • Medical Facility
    • Park
    • Pool
    • Private School
    • Public School
    • Public Transportation
    • Shopping
    • T-Station
    • Tennis Court(s)
    • University
  • Appliances IncludedDisposal, 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
  • Green Energy Efficient Thermostat
  • Other AmenitiesGarden, Golf, Tennis
  • PetsYes

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Listed by Laura Palumbo-Hanson of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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