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35 Willard St Cambridge — Photo 1 of 31

$4,880,000

35 Willard St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 — Harvard Square

Beds

Baths

6.5

SqFt

4,800

Style

Single Family

Built

2017

Welcome to 35 Willard Street, a rare and pristine six-bedroom, six-and-a-half-bath single-family residence built in 2017, offering 4,800SF of beautifully designed living space across four levels. Ideally situated in Cambridge’s coveted Half Crown–Marsh neighborhood, the home is just moments from the Charles River and Harvard Square and features an attached two-car garage and a fully equipped au pair/in-law suite. A grand foyer introduces the main living level, with a gracious corner dining room framed by bay windows on one side and an inviting living room with a bay window and fireplace on the other. At the heart of the home is a chef’s kitchen appointed with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, a pantry, and breakfast bar. A powder room completes the level, while an elegant staircase accented with custom wainscoting connects the upper floors and garden level. The second floor features three bedrooms, each with an en suite bath. The spacious primary suite includes a custom-built walk-in closet and a luxurious bath with a dedicated soaking tub and oversized shower. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms, one of which offers an en suite bath and another full bath, a custom-built laundry room, and access to a private roof deck. The garden-level au pair/in-law suite provides exceptional flexibility with its own chef’s kitchen, full bath, additional laundry, and private entrance. An attached, EV-ready two-car garage and a private side patio ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining complete the home. 35 Willard Street offers an exceptional combination of scale, thoughtful functionality, outdoor space, and location in one of Cambridge’s most coveted residential neighborhoods, with convenient access to Harvard Square, BB&N, Charles River, and Downtown Boston.

Market Value Analysis

This Property

Size (SqFt) →Price →

This Property$1017/sqft

Local Avg (Cambridge)$926/sqft

10% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Cambridge, MA.

Financials

Original Price$4,880,000

Annual Taxes$44,329.52

Parking

Garage2

Off-Street2

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms13

Fireplaces1

FlooringWood, Tile, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

BasementFinished, Walk-Out Access, Sump Pump

Climate & Utilities

HeatingForced Air, Hydro Air

CoolingCentral Air

WaterPublic

SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionFrame

RoofRubber, Other

FoundationOther

ZoningC-2

Property & Lot

Acres0.09

SqFt Lot3,933

Lot FeaturesCorner Lot

Amenities & Appliances

Gas Water Heater • Range • Oven • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator • Washer • Dryer • Range Hood

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Tennis Court(s) • Park • Walk/Jog Trails • Medical Facility

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

Second

Bathroom 2

Main,First

Living RoomDining RoomKitchenBathroom 1

Main,Second

Master BedroomBedroom 2Bedroom 3Bathroom 3

Main,Third

Bedroom 4Bedroom 5

Living Room

Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - Half, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Dining Room

Lvl Main,First

Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Kitchen

Lvl Main,First

Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Picture, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Peninsula, Lighting - Pendant, Closet - Double, Decorative Molding, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Master Bedroom

Lvl Main,Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Bedroom 2

Lvl Main,Second

Bedroom 3

Lvl Main,Second

Bathroom - Full, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Bedroom 4

Lvl Main,Third

Bathroom - Full, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Bedroom 5

Lvl Main,Third

Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Bathroom 1

Lvl Main,First

Bathroom - Half, Lighting - Sconce, Flooring - Engineered Hardwood

Bathroom 2

Lvl Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Marble, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded, Double Vanity, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce, Soaking Tub

Bathroom 3

Lvl Main,Second

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Picture, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce

Population

38,509

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$120K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

58.1%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

ADU Potential

Massachusetts allows one accessory dwelling unit by right in single-family zoning districts statewide (M.G.L. c. 40A §3; 760 CMR 71.00, effective Feb 2025). Estimated maximum ADU size for this property: 900 sq ft (the lesser of 900 sq ft or half the 4,800 sq ft principal dwelling). Lot size: 3,933 sq ft.

Based on listing data, which indicates the property type — not the zoning district. Local dimensional, septic (Title 5), and historic-district requirements still apply. Not legal advice — verify with the municipality.

Full Cambridge, MA market report ZIP 02138 market data

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Jennie & Eddie Luxury Living Boston Team

Listing Office: Regatta Realty

MLS® Number: 73562908