A rare opportunity is afforded by this Wonderful Two Family Home which resonates "pride of ownership”. Owner occupied, it has been meticulously and lovingly cared for. From the foyer to the spacious rooms with 8 1/2 foot ceilings and French doors, this fine home has a grand feel. The rich gum wood moldings and hardwood floors cast a warm glow. The floor plan offers an easy flow between rooms and the front and back enclosed porches add to the connection to the outdoors. Separate entrances and utilities make this great property ideal for a condo conversion.The finished basement with summer kitchen and full bath are an added bonus and the walk-up attic provides expansion possibilities. Other features include replacement windows, an irrigation system and gas heat. Ideally located in a neighborhood with a walkability score of 80, it is close to public transportation, Davis and Porter Squares, the Community Path, Alewife Greenway and Bike path as welll as trendy Arlington Center.
Interior Features: Floored Attic, Walk-Up Attic, Pantry, Storage, Crown Molding, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,209
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 3
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Color: Beige
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Enclosed
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Property Information
PropertySubType: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,957.58
Tax Year: 2016
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Steam, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Heating Units: 3
Location
Location Information
Directions: Massachusetts Ave to Churchill Ave to Matignon Rd.
UnparsedAddress: 54-56 Matignon Rd, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,525
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 413004
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Peabody School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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