196 Prospect St

2,556 Sq. Ft.
$863 / Sq. Ft.
2,556
Sq. Ft.
$863
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Exceptional single-family ideally located between Harvard and MIT, Central Sq. and Inman Sq., less than a mile from Kendall Sq. Completely renovated and Award Winning designed, this 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence offers contemporary luxury living. A welcoming vestibule leads into a comfortable living room, while the stunning chef’s kitchen showcases premium finishes, a large center island perfect for entertaining, a dedicated coffee station w. beverage cooler & a bright breakfast area. The versatile...Exceptional single-family ideally located between Harvard and MIT, Central Sq. and Inman Sq., less than a mile from Kendall Sq. Completely renovated and Award Winning designed, this 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence offers contemporary luxury living. A welcoming vestibule leads into a comfortable living room, while the stunning chef’s kitchen showcases premium finishes, a large center island perfect for entertaining, a dedicated coffee station w. beverage cooler & a bright breakfast area. The versatile main level also features an open-concept living and formal dining space that can easily serve as a 1st floor bedroom. A conveniently located laundry closet and powder room complete this floor. The 2nd level offers two spacious ensuite bedrooms, each with beautifully appointed bathrooms. Occupying the entire top floor, the private master suite features abundant natural light, skylights, and a charming wall-to-wall window seating area. A full basement provides extensive storage space.
  1. Listed by Nathan Long • Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Property Details for 196 Prospect Street

Town
Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Style
Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
LISTING UPDATED: 05/30/2026 07:31 AM

Property Details for 196 Prospect Street

StatusPrice Changed
MLS #73495701
Days on Market59
Taxes$15,648 / year
HOA Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Attached
Year Built1854
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge, Nathan Long
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Building Information for 196 Prospect Street

Stories-Year Built1854Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 2,881 SF

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$12,292 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,988

Property Taxes

$1,304

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Property Information for 196 Prospect Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University, Other (See Remarks)
  • Living Area: 2556.0
  • Color: Blue
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Single Family Type: Attached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Full, Unfinished Basement
  • Num of Baths: 5.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 4
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 4.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 5
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom
  • Interior Features: French Doors
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Stone
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Leased, On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Leased, On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Leased, On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Double Vanity,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Skylight,Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom4 Level: Third
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Double Vanity
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Wet Bar,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Disclosures: One parking space is leased from next door neighbor. Seller pays $400/month for the parking. The current lease of parking ends Dec 2026.
Tax Information
  • Listing Terms: Other (See Remarks)
  • Tax ID: 403229
  • Assessments: $2,345,900
  • Book: 01601
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: C-1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 4
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Granite
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No

Property History for 196 Prospect Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73495701

$2,205,000
Apr 18, 2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73495701

$2,225,000
Apr 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73495701

$2,275,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73495701

$2,205,000
04/18/2026

Price Change

MLS PIN #73495701

$2,225,000
04/03/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73495701

$2,275,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 196 Prospect Street

Taxable ValueLand$601,100Additions$1,319,300Total$1,920,400
Tax Record2025$12,195 ($1,016 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,349 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,349 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,162 SqFtStories3Lot Size2,881 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1854ZoningC-1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00087 L:00007Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 196 Prospect Street

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Cambridgeport School
PublicPK to 5

The Amigos School
PublicPK to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

King Open School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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196 Prospect Street is a single family home for sale in Cambridge, MA 02139. This property was listed for sale on April 3, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge, it's currently listed at $2,205,000. It has been on the market for a total of 59 days and was last sold on April 17, 2023. This listing's school district is Cambridge School District. Nearby schools include Cambridgeport School, The Amigos School and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School. 196 Prospect Street is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 2,556 sqft single family home built in 1854.

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