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$1,600,000
Monthly Est:$7,964
3 Beds
- 3 Baths
3 full baths
2,064sqft
247 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA 02139
$1,600,000
$7,964/moEst:
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Duplex
Built in 1886
$-- HOA
0.04 acre lot
$775/sq.ft
Description
A unique opportunity to own a desirable two-unit residence in the heart of Cambridgeport, with strong potential for development, flexible floor plans, expansive basement, rooftop deck, private outdoor spaces, off-street parking, and an exceptional location close to the Charles River, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Mass Audubon’s Magazine Beach Nature Center, and prestigious universities. Unit 1 showcases 9’ ceilings with a comfortable and functional layout filled with period detail. The living room and bedroom both have bay windows and hardwood floors. Living room features floor-to-ceiling custom built-ins and a French door. Generously sized bright bedroom features a marble-surround fireplace and ceiling medallion. A good-sized eat-in kitchen with a gas stove and tile flooring, along with a full bathroom, complete the interior. Unit 2, on the 2nd and 3rd floors, offers spacious, airy two-level living with a flexible floor plan, two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, hardwood floors, dedicated home office, and expansive roof deck. The second floor features a welcoming living room, sunny family room, eat-in kitchen with generous cabinets and gas stove, bedroom with large closet, full bathroom, and home office – an ideal setup for a work-from-home lifestyle. The third floor is a private primary bedroom suite, complete with full bathroom and direct access to the private outdoor roof deck. This exceptional deck with views of trees and urban landscape is a unique, much-coveted extension of the home, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Roof deck offers potential to expand the 3rd floor living space. Property amenities include water filtration system, separate gas heat and hot water systems, laundry, patio and yard space, one deeded off-street parking space. Resident permit parking is also available on the street. The large basement has high ceilings and offers huge development potential. Ideally situated on one of Cambridgeport’s beautiful tree-lined streets, the property is less than ¼ mile from the Charles River, Whole Foods Market, and Trader Joe’s. Minutes to Mass Audubon’s Magazine Beach Nature Center, vibrant restaurants, cafés, parks, and neighborhood amenities. Convenient access to Central and Harvard Square, MIT, Harvard, BU, public transportation, and major commuter routes. A distinctive Cambridgeport property with potential for development, combining two residences, flexible living space, valuable private outdoor areas, parking, and an outstanding location.
- Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
- Listing updated: October 22, 2026 at 2:48 pm
- Listing Provided by: Anne M Kennedy (617) 549-1832 | Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton (617) 969-2447
- Source: MLS Property Information Network-MA | MLS#: 73593969

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Multi Family
No. of Stories
3
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1886
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
2,064 sqft
Lot Size
0.04 acre lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
MLS Property Information Network
MLS Number
73593969
MLS Status
New
Days on Market
3

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Interior
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters, Garden
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Appliances
Washer, Dryer, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Water Treatment
Sewer
Public Sewer
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Stone/ceramic Tile
Window Features
Skylight(s)
Interior Features
Laundry Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Country Kitchen, Internet Available Unknown, Stone/granite/solid Counters, High Speed Internet, Walk In Closet(s), Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office/den
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1886
Home type
Duplex
Construction Materials
Frame
Foundation Details
Stone
Roof
Shingle
Utilities & Energy
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Parking Features
Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Stone/gravel
Utilities
For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Electric
Circuit Breakers, Individually Metered
Basement
Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Other Features
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T Station, University
Lot Features
Level
Patio And Porch Features
Porch, Deck, Deck Roof, Patio
Disclosures
This Property Is Also Listed As 2 Condos. Some Photos Are Virtually Staged. Fireplace Is Decorative. 2 Cracked Windows On 2nd Floor. Chimney No Longer In Use Since New Heating Systems Are Direct Vented. New Roof 2020; Unit 1: Viessman Combo Boiler (2019); Unit 2 Viessman Boiler & Storage Tank (2018)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
10/22/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $1,600,000 $775/sqft |
Getting Around 247 Chestnut St
Walk Score®
Very Walkable
88/100
Transit Score®
Good Transit
61/100
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