Stylishly transformed Cottage creates a hidden oasis in East Cambridge. Eclectic mix of restored antique detail, chic contemporary fixtures, and many custom built-ins efficiently maximize the living space. Both bedrooms with baths en suite. Decorative fireplace could be made to work (needs lining). Ample storage including a large utility room.
Single-familyProperty Type
1832Year Built
1,084 sq ftLot Size
$1,096Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Myra von Turkovich• Hammond Real Estate
Bought with Robin Kelly• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
871 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,462
Year built
1854
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
2689436S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Master Bedroom Information
Level: Third
Features: Skylight,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
Bedroom #2 Information
Level: First
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Master Bathroom Features: Yes
Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full
Bathroom #2 Information
Level: Third
Features: Bathroom - Full
Living Room Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Dining Room Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Pantry
Basement Information
Basement: Slab
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Concrete
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,439
Foundation Details: Slab
Year Built Source: Owner
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Deck
Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
Lot Features: Easements
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $604.11
Tax Year: 2005
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Location
Location Information
UnparsedAddress: 86R Fifth Street, Cambridge MA 02141
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,462
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 871 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1854
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2689436S
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 3
Listing Information
Exclusions: Carriage Lanterns,Door Knocker & Bells,& Dr Hanging Lights
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Kennedy-Longfellow School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Vassal Lane Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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