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299 Columbia 299Cambridge, MA 02139

For Sale

$1,688,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $8,440

Blocks from Kendall Square, this rare free standing workers cottage offers a private oasis in the middle of the city. Oriented for beautiful southern light, the home looks out toward Elm and Hampshire plaza park and neighboring gardens, creating an unexpected sense of calm and greenery. Rebuilt in 2018 while preserving its original shell, the house combines character with modern systems, including acacia hardwood floors, closed cell foam insulation, hardwired smoke and CO detectors, and a full sprinkler system. The open main level is designed for easy living and entertaining, with generous living and dining areas, a beautifully appointed kitchen, oversized island, premium appliances, restaurant grade range, and powerful hood. Glass doors open to a covered deck and exclusive landscaped yard with irrigation. Upstairs are two en suite bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk in closet. The finished lower level offers a media room, storage, laundry, and half bath plumbed for a shower

Listed by Laura Palumbo-Hanson

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Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

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617-413-5537

Listed by Dawn Felicani

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Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last updated June 14, 2026

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Source: MLSPin #73529100

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodInman Square
  • Bedrooms2
  • Bathrooms4
  • Days on Prevu12
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$2,353.5/annual
  • Taxes$8,631.65/year
  • Size1,647 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,025

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking
  • Swimming Pool

Location

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Listing History

06/03/2026
Listed by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
$1,688,000

Property Details for 299 Columbia 299

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks

Fees

  • Association Fee: $2,353.50 Annually

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
  • Year Built: 1873
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/Deck, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, City View(s)

Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Deck - Composite, Covered
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • View: City View(s), City

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 1,647
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,631.65
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,294,100.00
  • Tax Year: 2026

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Disposal, Indoor Grill, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range Hood, Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom - Half, Closet, Dining Area, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Bathroom, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Media Room, Finish - Sheetrock

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,647
  • Living Area Source: Public Record

Rooms

  • Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Rooms Total: 5

Other

Environmental

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Features

  • Accessibility Features: No

Location

  • Tax Block: 2
  • Tax Lot: 7

Parking

Parking

  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved Drive, Shared Driveway, Off Street, On Street, Deeded, Paved
  • Parking Total: 1

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: By Lottery

High School

  • High School: Rindge & Latin

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central Air, Dual, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: For Gas Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 2 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in this single-family home at 299 Columbia 299.

What schools are nearby to 299 Columbia 299?

Nearby schools include the By Lottery Elementary School and Rindge & Latin High School.

Does this single-family home have parking?

Yes, there is 1 parking space available for 299 Columbia 299.

What are the annual taxes for 299 Columbia 299?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $8,631.

How does 299 Columbia 299 compare to other single-family homes in Inman Square?

This single-family home is listed 32% below the average price for single-family homes in Inman Square and has been on the market for 58 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 1,647 sqft.

299 Columbia 299 is a 2-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home for sale in Cambridge MA 02139. On Prevu for 12 days at $1,688,000. This property features 1,647 square feet of living space, located in Inman Square. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $14,000,000. Nearby schools include By Lottery Elementary School and Rindge & Latin High School. Property amenities include private outdoor space, air conditioning, parking, and swimming pool. View other single-family home listings in Cambridge.

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