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About this property
Available for the first time in nearly 50 years, 42 Howard St is your opportunity to create a solid investment or your dream Cambridge home. Featuring well-proportioned bedrooms, spacious kitchens with islands, high ceilings, laundry hookups in each unit, and the cherry on top: parking AND a large backyard. Maybe you'll occupy the 3-bedroom unit spanning the second and third floors while collecting a steady rental income from the 1-bedroom apartment below you, or perhaps you think this would make a really comfortable 4-bedroom single family. Either way, this home is just waiting for the right person to bring it back to life. Centrally located near Harvard University, Harvard Business School, MIT, and Boston University. Surrounded by top notch restaurants and a vibrant arts and culture scene, plus Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and other daily conveniences. Less than a 1/2 mile in either direction via Western Ave are the Central Square T station and Charles River green spaces and parks. Unbeatable location and value for the savvy homebuyer! Ask about possible 203k loan options to help you create your ideal space and build instant equity.
Property details
| Units | 2 |
| Living area | 1,834 sqft |
| Lot size | 3,600 sqft |
| Year built | 1894 |
| Price / sqft | $627 |
| County | Middlesex |
| MLS # | 73584775 |
Listing status
| Days on market | 0 days |
| Listed on | September 30, 2026 |
Taxes & financials
| Annual property tax | $8,864 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Assessed value | $1,329,000 |
| Zoning | C-1 |
| Total actual rent | $0/mo |
Building & lot
| Stories | 3 |
| Total rooms | 8 |
| Lot size | 0.08 acres |
| Garage spaces | 0 |
| Parking spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Off Street |
| Basement | Full, Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Concrete, Unfinished |
| Foundation | Stone, Brick/Mortar |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Flooring | Wood, Tile, Carpet |
Utilities & systems
| Heating | Baseboard, Natural Gas, Forced Air |
| Cooling | None, Central Air |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Utilities | for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup |
Location
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Questions & answers
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How many units does 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139 have?
It is a 2-unit multi-family property with 1,834 sqft of living area, built in 1894.
How long has 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139 been on the market?
42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139 has been listed for 0 days (since September 30, 2026).
What is the price per unit?
At a list price of $1,150,000 across 2 units, that works out to roughly $575,000 per unit.
What are the property taxes on 42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139?
Annual property taxes are $8,864 (2026), on an assessed value of $1,329,000.
What is the price per square foot?
At $1,150,000 for 1,834 sqft, that's about $627 per square foot.
Is there parking?
2 total parking spaces (off street).
Where is this property located?
42 Howard St, Cambridge MA 02139 is in Cambridge, Middlesex County, MA 02139.
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