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$2,300,000
3 Beds 2 Baths
HOA
N/A
SQFT
1560
27 Hollis St
Cambridge, MA 02140
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Property Description

**Attention Developers and Owner-Occupants! **An exceptional opportunity to preserve, personalize, or reimagine a piece of Cambridge.** Dating to the early 1870s and held by only two owners in approximately 150 years, 27 Hollis Street is a remarkably preserved North Cambridge single-family residence offering original architectural character and an unusually generous 5,010 square-foot lot. Whether you're an owner-occupant looking to renovate and personalize a historic home or a developer seeking to explore expansion or redevelopment possibilities, this property presents a compelling opportunity. Step through the front foyer and appreciate the home's original craftsmanship, including a beautiful curved staircase and railing, high ceilings, maple hardwood floors throughout, and a striking handcrafted built-in dining room cabinet. Outside, the expansive and exceptionally private grounds offer a peaceful retreat rarely found in Cambridge. A brick patio provides an inviting setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, while mature trees and established perennial gardens create a lush, picturesque setting throughout the seasons.Situated on a tree-lined North Cambridge street with convenient access to public transportation, parks, shops, restaurants, and the amenities of Cambridge and Somerville, the property combines historic charm, substantial outdoor space, and exciting possibilities for its next chapter. A preliminary zoning study outlining potential development opportunities is available for review. Buyers and developers to conduct their own due diligence regarding zoning, permitting, and feasibility.

Property Details

Amenities

  • Bike Path
  • Conservation Area
  • Highway Access
  • House of Worship
  • Laundromat
  • Medical Facility
  • Park
  • Private School
  • Public School
  • Public Transportation
  • Shopping
  • T-Station
  • Tennis Court
  • University
  • Walk/Jog Trails

Kitchen, Dining, and Appliances

  • Range, Refrigerator

Bathrooms

  • Full Baths: 1
  • Half Baths 1

Bedrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Laundry Room Features: Full, Unfinished Basement, Walk Out

Utilities

  • Heating: Gas, Hot Water Baseboard, Hot Water Radiators
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Electric Info: Circuit Breakers
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer

Garage & Parking

  • Parking Features: Off-Street, On Street Permit, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Interior Features

  • Square Feet: 1560
  • Accessability Features: No

Construction

  • Year Built: 1872
  • Type: Detached
  • Style: Other (See Remarks), Victorian
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Foundation Info: Brick
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Warranty: No

Exterior & Lot

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Patio, Porch
  • Road Type: Public

Other Information

  • MLS ID# 73598585
  • Last Updated: 11/08/26
  • HOA: No
  • Reqd Own Association: Unknown

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Seller's Representative: Gabrielle Russo, Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
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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MLS PIN data last updated at 2026-11-08 03:07:00

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