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12 Days on Jacob Realty
15
$1,688,000
2 Beds 4 Baths
HOA
$2,354
SQFT
1647
299 Columbia
Cambridge, MA 02139
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Property Description

Blocks from Kendall Square, this rare free standing workers cottage offers a private oasis in the middle of the city. Oriented for beautiful southern light, the home looks out toward Elm and Hampshire plaza park and neighboring gardens, creating an unexpected sense of calm and greenery. Rebuilt in 2018 while preserving its original shell, the house combines character with modern systems, including acacia hardwood floors, closed cell foam insulation, hardwired smoke and CO detectors, and a full sprinkler system. The open main level is designed for easy living and entertaining, with generous living and dining areas, a beautifully appointed kitchen, oversized island, premium appliances, restaurant grade range, and powerful hood. Glass doors open to a covered deck and exclusive landscaped yard with irrigation. Upstairs are two en suite bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk in closet. The finished lower level offers a media room, storage, laundry, and half bath plumbed for a shower

Property Details

Amenities

  • Bike Path
  • Golf Course
  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Laundromat
  • Medical Facility
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • Swimming Pool
  • T-Station
  • Tennis Court
  • University

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14'5"X12
  • Cabinets - Upgraded, Cable Hookup, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Deck - Exterior, Dining Area, Exterior Access, Flooring - Hardwood, Gas Stove, High Speed Internet Hookup, Kitchen Island, Lighting - Pendant, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Dishwasher - ENERGY STAR, Disposal, Dryer - ENERGY STAR, Indoor Grill, Range, Refrigerator - ENERGY STAR, Vent Hood, Washer - ENERGY STAR

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 2
  • Half Baths 2
  • Master Bath: 1
  • Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 2'1"X6'1"
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 6'10"X11'5"
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Ceiling - Cathedral, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom 3 Dimensions: 5'8"X5'11"
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Second Floor
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16'10"X15'7"
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - 3/4, Cable Hookup, Ceiling - Cathedral, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 10'1"X11'5"
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, High Speed Internet Hookup, Recessed Lighting

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 5
  • Laundry Room Features: Finished, Full, Interior Access

Utilities

  • Heating: Central Heat, ENERGY STAR, Forced Air, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 2
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: 2 Units, Central Air, ENERGY STAR
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Electric Info: 200 Amps, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Energy Features: Insulated Doors, Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat
  • Utility Connections: Icemaker Connection, Washer Hookup, for Electric Dryer, for Gas Oven, for Gas Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: Deeded, Off-Street, On Street Permit, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 1647
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, Finish - Sheetrock
  • Accessability Features: No

Construction

  • Year Built: 1873
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Cottage
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Info: Poured Concrete
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • UFFI: No
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: City View(s), Level, Shared Drive
  • Exterior Features: City View(s), Covered Patio/Deck, Deck - Composite, Professional Landscaping, Screens, Sprinkler System
  • Road Type: Paved, Public, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73529100
  • Last Updated: 06/14/26
  • HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $2,354
  • Reqd Own Association: Yes

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Seller's Representative: Laura Palumbo-Hanson, Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Sub Agent Compensation: n/a
Buyer Agent Compensation: n/a
Facilitator Compensation: n/a
Compensation Based On: n/a
Sub-Agency Relationship Offered: No

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