8 Highland Street

Cambridge, MA 02138

$7,200,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
8
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
5,878 Sq. Ft.
$1,225 / Sq. Ft.
5,878
Sq. Ft.
$1,225
per Sq. Ft.

Description

An 1890’s Shingle-style Victorian, 8 Highland St is a glorious house with amazing light & a beautiful setting on one of Cambridge’s best streets. Designed by renowned architects Hartwell & Richardson, and later restored by This Old House host Bob Vila for his family, it is expansive yet cozy. Balancing its original architectural character with modern comforts, the formal spaces on the main floor give way to a large welcoming kitchen, exquisitely restored windows ground every room & a large skylit...An 1890’s Shingle-style Victorian, 8 Highland St is a glorious house with amazing light & a beautiful setting on one of Cambridge’s best streets. Designed by renowned architects Hartwell & Richardson, and later restored by This Old House host Bob Vila for his family, it is expansive yet cozy. Balancing its original architectural character with modern comforts, the formal spaces on the main floor give way to a large welcoming kitchen, exquisitely restored windows ground every room & a large skylit family room makes perfect use of the former attic. The primary suite has 2 dressing rooms with private bathrooms, and 5 additional bedrooms each with its own bathroom. There is a wow factor to living on Highland St - with its beautiful houses knitted together with mature trees & manicured grounds - it defines serenity. And being close to Harvard Sq. & Huron Village, this special house has a unique combination of style, quality, history, and location, making it a wonderful place to call home!
  1. Listed by Lindsay Allison and Lisa May • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 8 Highland Street

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
West Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge-West Cambridge, MA-Cambridge
Architectural Style
Victorian
Style
Garden, Victorian
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
3.00
Parking Spaces Total
3

Location

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Sold By Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Rob Ramsdell

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LISTING UPDATED: 09/29/2022 04:40 PM

Property Details for 8 Highland Street

StatusSold
MLS #73002397
Days on Market81
Taxes$32,940 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1897
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Lindsay Allison and Lisa May

Sold By Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Rob Ramsdell

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Building Information for 8 Highland Street

Stories-Year Built1897Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,107 SF

Payment Calculator

$42,038 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$39,293

Property Taxes

$2,745

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8 Highland Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 5878.0
  • Color: Yellow
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Countertop Range, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Tank Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Full, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead
  • Num of Baths: 9.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 8
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 8.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 9
  • DoorFeatures: French Doors
  • FireplaceFeatures: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Laminate, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Bathroom - Half, Bedroom, Bathroom, Exercise Room, Library, Central Vacuum
  • Interior Features: Central Vacuum, French Doors, Security System
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: Yes
  • Window Features: Skylight, Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storage Shed, Sprinkler System, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Shed, Sprinkler System, Garden Area, Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck, Patio
  • Roof Material: Wood
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), Fireplace
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 408.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 24.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 17.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 221.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom2 Length: 13.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom2 Width: 17.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 272.0
  • Bedroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom3 Length: 16.0
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom3 Width: 17.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom4 Area: 171.0
  • Bedroom4 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom4 Length: 9.0
  • Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Bedroom4 Width: 19.0
Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom5 Area: 150.0
  • Bedroom5 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Bedroom5 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Bedroom5 Width: 15.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 72.0
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Hot Tub / Spa,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Bidet,Dressing Room
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.0
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom1 Width: 8.0
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 70.0
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Dressing Room
  • Bathroom2 Length: 10.0
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
  • Bathroom2 Width: 7.0
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Area: 42.0
  • Bathroom3 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom3 Length: 6.0
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
  • Bathroom3 Width: 7.0
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 224.0
  • Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room Length: 14.0
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Dining Room Width: 16.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Area: 528.0
  • Family Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s),Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Family Room Length: 24.0
  • Family Room Level: Third
  • Family Room Width: 22.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 320.0
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood,Dining Area,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Exterior Access,Recessed Lighting,Wainscoting,Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen Length: 20.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 16.0
Laundry
  • Laundry Dimen: 5X7
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 480.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,French Doors
  • Room Living Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 20.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: Power Lines Have Been Removed From Exterior Photos. One Oven Is Not Functioning. Water Filtration And Softening System Is Not In Use. Not All Bedrooms And Bathrooms Are Listed In The Room Description Section. The Driveway Is Heated.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 416199
  • Assessments: $5,445,600
  • Book: 53438
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Zoning: A-1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 6
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Cooling Zones: 4
  • Heat Zones: 4
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Security: Security System
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 8 Highland Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 8 Highland Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,479,100Additions$4,582,300Total$7,061,400
Tax Record2024$41,803 ($3,484 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths8.5Total Finished SqFt5,755 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,755 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,664 SqFtStories3Lot Size8,107 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1897ZoningA-1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00223 L:00033Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8 Highland Street

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Graham and Parks School
PublicPK to 5

Vassal Lane Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

John M. Tobin Montessori School
PublicPK to 5

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