42 Essex Street, Cambridge, MA 02139 (MLS # 73360322)
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Built in 1873 by notable builder and politician Rufus Lamson for former mayor George Stevens, 42 Essex Street is a stunning example of late 19th-century Italianate architecture located in the Cambridgeport neighborhood. This sun-soaked home features vintage deep-crown molding, nine-foot ceilings, and quarter-sawn oak flooring. The spacious layout spans three levels, offering over 2,100 sq ft of finished space, plus a high-ceilinged unfinished lower level. The second floor includes three bedrooms, a study, and a full bathroom, while the third floor boasts two additional rooms accessible by a steep staircase. The property also features a charming rear yard and a paved two-car driveway. With its historic charm and endless possibilities, this unique property is ready for the next visionary to transform it into their dream home or development project!
| LAST UPDATED | 4/16/2025 | TRACT | Central Square |
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR BUILT | 1873 | COMMUNITY | Central Square |
| COUNTY | Middlesex | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Lottery |
|---|---|
| High School | Rindge & Latin |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | None |
|---|---|
| APPLIANCES | Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater |
| AREA | Central Square |
| BASEMENT | Concrete, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION | Frame |
| EXTERIOR | Garden, Rain Gutters |
| HEAT | Hot Water, Natural Gas |
| LOT | 2178 sq ft |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Corner Lot, Level |
| PARKING | Paved, Off Street, Tandem |
| SEWER | Public Sewer |
| STYLE | Italianate |
| SUBDIVISION | Central Square |
| TAXES | 8347 |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | City |
| WATER | Public |
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Listing provided by Laura Palumbo-Hanson, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
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