Full of character & timeless appeal, this classic Cambridgeport single-family home offers space, versatility & wonderful curb appeal in one of Cambridge's best locations. A welcoming front living room w/ built-ins & fireplace—ideal for gatherings & everyday living. Hardwood floors & period details highlight the charm throughout. Upstairs are sizable bedrooms & an open study area, complemented by two additional bonus rooms on the third floor. A skylight fills the upper level w/ natural light, making it perfect for bedrooms, home office, guest suite, or creative retreat. The updated 1.5 bathrooms add modern comfort, while the unfinished lower level provides abundant storage. Outdoors, a fully fenced garden w/ a greenhouse area awaits any green thumb, along w/ your own “secret garden” retreat for relaxing or entertaining. On a quiet, tree-lined street just steps from parks, Central Square, MIT, Harvard & the Charles River, this home combines charm, versatility in a coveted location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1886Year Built
1,641 sq ftLot Size
$1,096Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Petrone-Hunter Realty Group• Coldwell Banker Realty - Wellesley
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,742 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,571
Year built
1886
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1636514S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Apr 19, 2023 • Final
Building: alteration and addition
Renovate an existing bathroom.
Bathroom
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Location Information
Directions: Memorial Drive to Magazine Street to Perry Street
UnparsedAddress: 6 Perry St, Cambridge MA 02139
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,571
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,742 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1886
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1636514S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 11, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 2
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
The Amigos School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
9/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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