● A wraparound front porch leads you to the main entrance of this grand home. The formal foyer features a carved ceiling medallion and a brass and frosted glass bowl style pendant. Impressive wooden pocket doors open to the sitting room on the right, the formal dining room sits to the left, and the home’s central staircase lies directly ahead. The entire home is outfitted with tall baseboard trim, hardwood floors, original window molding and multiple carved ceiling medallions.

● On your left is the formal dining room which is graced with five large, 2-over-1 windows and a clear glass and brass chandelier overhead. It features a stunning original fireplace with ornately carved wood mantle piece, a tiled hearth, and a gas burning stove insert. A storage closet to the right is ideal for entertaining with ample shelving, drawers, and a discrete pass-through window that opens into the kitchen.

● The generously sized kitchen lies to the rear of the home. It features ¾ height beadboard paneling, three large windows, and recessed lights overhead. This space is ready for a new owner's vision and renovation. It currently houses melamine cabinetry and countertop. The appliances include a 4-door stainless Haier refrigerator (2023), a new stainless Samsung induction stove (new in 2025, with a 240v/50 amp dedicated circuit) and a white GE dishwasher. The stainless steel sink includes a water filter and a glass cleaner.

● At the rear of the home is a large mudroom which features ¾ beadboard wall paneling and a glass and brass light fixture. The mudroom also provides access to the rear staircase heading up to the second floor and a rear exit which opens to the patio and backyard. A door opens to the basement but will require that a staircase be installed in order to provide interior access. 

● Between the kitchen and the living room is a walkthrough butler's pantry with one window, additional counter space, cabinets and useful storage closets.

● The light-filled living room is generously sized, with three oversized windows in a bay configuration facing Shepard Street, plus a fourth window. There is a second fireplace with matching carved wood mantle and tiled hearth, mirror, and another gas stove.

● A full bathroom is located adjacent to this room and it includes a dark stained wood vanity with a marble top, a matching wood-framed mirror, two bronze sconces, a toilet and a combination tub and shower. This has a fiberglass surround with grab bars.

● The generously sized front room is nestled in the front corner of the home, with the porch wrapping around its perimeter. It has 4 large windows as well as a built out closet, and could be used as an additional bedroom. Refurbished pocket doors can be closed to provide privacy from the front hall and living room. 

● This home has two interior staircases. The central one connecting from the front hall to the second floor landing area and a rear staircase which connects from the back of the second floor down into the rear mudroom.

● The central staircase displays beautifully maintained original wood stairs, and a carved banister, railings and balustrades. At the top of the stairs, you can continue to the third floor or pass through a french glass doorway into a central hallway and the various rooms on this level.

● On your left is an expansive and bright primary bedroom with 4 large windows, recessed lights overhead, a tall built-in bookcase and a closet. There is an en-suite bathroom featuring a walk-in shower with a fiberglass surround and sliding glass doors, wainscoting on the walls, one window, a porcelain pedestal sink, a frosted glass sconce, and chrome and glass fittings throughout.

● The second bedroom is generously sized and has 3 windows, recessed lights, overhead and adjoins to the primary bedroom. It does not have a closet

● Outside the second bedroom is a cozy sitting area that's the perfect spot for lounging, watching movies, or as a play room. It has a window and an oversized brass and glass pendant above.

● Down the hall, the large third bedroom has three windows, a closet and a linen and brass drum style light fixture.

● A shared bathroom sits across the hall and includes a large closet, a cast iron tub, a porcelain pedestal sink, a toilet, and one window. It has hardwood floors, a large closet, and vintage style glass and chrome sconces and fittings throughout.

● The fourth bedroom sits at the rear of this level, and it's perfectly sized as a nursery or office. It has two windows, a closet and another brass and linen drum style light fixture above.

● There is a large closet at the rear of the hall, which would make a perfect location for installing a washer and dryer on this level.

● The 3rd floor of this home is designated by the City of Cambridge as an auxiliary apartment dwelling and is accessible from the central staircase. 

● It contains 1,221 square feet, is currently gutted to the studs and is in need of a complete refurbishment. This level lends itself to become a spacious and private primary suite, an independent au-pair or in-law apartment, or a cozy entertainment and guest zone that can serve multiple uses for the home’s future owners.

● There is plumbing and electrical infrastructure in place to accommodate a kitchen with a gas stove, a refrigerator, and a sink, as well as a full bathroom with toilet, shower and sink. There are 2 skylights, 4 Marvin triple paned windows, and a large atrium style window at the apex of the roofline.