44 Cottage Street, Cambridge

A Greek Revival Gem in the Heart of Cambridgeport

 In the heart of Cambridgeport sits 44 Cottage Street. A Greek Revival gem, this home shines in both its stunning simplicity and thoughtful detail. Recently landmarked by Cambridge Historic Commission, 44 Cottage Street is a Hovey-Markham designed cottage, cited as a fine example of the Greek Revival style and emblematic of the early growth of the Cambridgeport neighborhood and its surrounds.

Purchased in 1992 by a master builder who chose this as his own home, the building was renovated, with careful attention to retain character, use finest materials, add only details befitting the direct and pragmatic nature of the Greek Revival style. In addition to a complete renovation of the original structure, the home was expanded in 1995 to include a 2-story one-bedroom apartment, with separate entrance and private roof deck.

44 Cottage Street greets visitors with a classic temple front porch with Doric columns, operable shutters, and well-researched historic colors. Craftsmanship abounds as one enters to the side hall plan with restored staircase and beautiful bi-color wood floors. A living room with fireplace and adjacent dining room, both replete with custom millwork and built-ins lead through a French door to an open eat-in-kitchen, with cherry cabinets, granite surfaces, stainless appliances and built-ins all designed to incorporate a brick beehive oven and wood-burning fireplace. Outdoor dining is enjoyed on rear porch overlooking the fabulous yard.

On the second floor each room utilizes skylights and transoms to grab natural light wherever possible, illuminating and expanding the spaces to create four wonderful bedrooms. The master suite has terrific custom closets and en suite bathroom; each additional bedroom contains captured loft space either for sleeping or storage.

A finished lower level provides great flexible space. With laundry area, built-in cabinets, a murphy bed, and direct access to outdoors, this multi-purpose space has been used as an office, guest room, playroom and most recently a short-term rental.

The original structure built in 1839 was sited in the northwest corner of a 4,500+ square foot lot to maximize yard space. With clever landscape design, the current owners have enjoyed an expansive fenced yard with swings, custom treehouse, extensive plantings of fruits and perennials, plus raised beds, a clematis and wisteria-clad arbor and multiple storage sheds, adjacent to a generous two car stone and brick driveway. There are separate private entrances for both the finished lower level and the separate one-bedroom apartment.

A rare opportunity to be the next owner of this outstanding property that combines the grace and character of an historic 19th century Cambridge structure, with the comfort, style and quality of a beautifully crafted home for today’s lifestyle.

List Price $2,265,000

Sold Price $2,500,000

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Property Details

Interior

  • Size: 3,706 square feet – includes lower level and approx. 550 square feet in legal 1bed/1bath apartment

  • Rooms: 7 / 2

  • Bedrooms: 4 / 1

  • Bathrooms: 3.5 / 1

  • Basement: Partially Finished

Disclosures

  • Landmark designation from the Cambridge Historical Commission.

  • 1 heating system for both house and apartment. Apartment is on a separate zone (average monthly payment $125 for both house and apartment)

  • 44A Cottage rented for $2050 including heat & hot water thru 8/31/18. Will be delivered vacant. Murphy bed in lower level of house to stay.

Exterior

  • Lot Size: Approximately 4,537 square feet

  • Material: Wood, Clapboard, Shingles

  • Roof: Asphalt / Fiberglass Shingles – 40 year warranty (approx. 15 years old)

  • Outdoor space: Level, fenced yard, deck & roof deck

  • Parking: 2 spaces

Appliances

  • 44 Cottage: Washer, Gas Dryer, Refrigerator, Upright Freezer, Dishwasher, Stove and Vent Hood

  • 44A Cottage: Washer, Gas Dryer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Stove and Microwave

Systems

  • Heat: 8 zones (7 gas, 1 electric)

  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, 1 mini-split in lower level (condenser approx. 5 years old)

  • Electrical: Circuit Breakers, 200amps (two meters)

  • Hot Water: Gas

  • Windows: Vary – Storm windows and insulated

  • Irrigation System: yes, 5 zone (4 drip for gardens & 1 for yard)

Other

  • Taxes: $ 7,800 (2018) Does not include residential exemption

  • Year Built: 1839

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