204-206 Garden St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • West Cambridge
$2,195,000
Est. $12,527/month
8
Beds
7
Baths
5,599
Sq Ft
$392
Price/Sq Ft
0.09
Acres
1929
Year Built
18
Days on Market
Pending Listed Dec 9, 2025 • MLS# 73461034 Copied!

About this home

Fully permitted Exceptional development opportunity directly across from a perennial Cambridge favorite, Danehy Park. This rare offering invites builders to transform two attached single-families into two luxurious, fully reimagined residences in one of the city’s most sought-after locations. Seller will provide fully permitted plans for two 4BR/3.5BA single-family homes featuring elevated layouts, refined finishes, and coveted outdoor spaces. This project sits on a 3,800 sq. ft. lot on a tree-lined street with direct park views and the proposal for two beautifully conceived homes. Enjoy premier proximity to Harvard Square, Porter Square, Fresh Pond, and major routes into Boston. Surrounded by top restaurants, boutiques, and universities, this offering delivers exceptional long-term value, an outstanding opportunity for developers or investors seeking a Cambridge project with real upside. Contact list agent for more information.

Property Overview

Property Type
2 Family - 2 Units Side by Side
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1929
Bedrooms
8
Full Bathrooms
6
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
5,599 sq ft
Total Rooms
17
Stories
6
Levels
6

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 2 Family - 2 Units Side by Side
Year Built 1929
Living Area 5,599 sq ft
Lot Size 0.09 acres
Bedrooms 8
Full Baths 6
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 17

Interior

Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring Wood
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Finished
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced/enclosed
Patio/Porch Porch

Parking

Features Off Street
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 220 Volts, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $14,738
Assessed Value $2,321,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Finished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1929
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Stories: 6

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling:
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street

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Neighborhood

West Cambridge

204-206 Garden St, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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Nearby Schools

School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Cambridge Montessori School
< 0.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.4 mi | #100 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Fayerweather Street School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.1 mi
Grades 01-12
A
Amigos School
2.1 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.1 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
B+
Peabody School
0.5 mi | #278 of 824 | Score: 51.4
Improved 84 spots from last year
-6.8 below state avg
314 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.5 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.7 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
2.4 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
2.7 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
2.2 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.3 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.8 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Property History

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🏠
Listed for Sale
Dec 9, 2025
$2,195,000
Original listing
Agent: David Lilley Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center
🏠
Listed for Sale
Dec 9, 2025
$2,195,000
Original listing
Agent: David Lilley Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 9, 2025 New Listing Added $2,195,000
Dec 9, 2025 New Listing Added $2,195,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
18 days
Price per Sq Ft
$392

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2080 $14,738 $2,321,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$14,738
Tax Year 2080
Assessed Value
$2,321,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent David Lilley
Listing Office RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Agent MLS ID BB301030
Office MLS ID AN8908
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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