Houses Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge West Cambridge

$5,500 Total Monthly Price

98.5 Foster St

Cambridge, MA 02138

617-838-5884

Bedrooms

3
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,273 sq ft
Available

Available Sep 1

Highlights

Pets Allowed
Fireplace
Basement
Fenced Lot

98.5 Foster St

About This Home

$5,500 deposit, Available Sep 1

A rare opportunity to enjoy the privacy and charm of a freestanding single family home in the heart of coveted Cambridge. Tucked along a tree lined side street,this light-filled 1886 gem beautifully blends historic character with comfortable city living. The inviting living room features a wood-burning fireplace and dual exposures,while the open kitchen and dining area is surrounded by natural light and opens through glass doors to a private deck and fenced garden,an idyllic setting for entertaining,dining outdoors,or simply relaxing. Throughout the home,handsome wood floors,generous ceiling heights,abundant windows,and a beautiful 19th-century stained-glass window add warmth and architectural character. Upstairs are three bedrooms PLUS A DEN along with an updated bath. Lovely neighborhood views,a full basement,and newer systems complete the home. Just one block from the Charles River and Cambridge Skating Club and approximately 0.7 mile to Harvard Square and the Red Line,this special residence offers the best of Cambridge living,historic charm,private outdoor space,and remarkable access to Harvard,MIT,MGH,and downtown Boston. MLS ID 73567452

98.5 Foster St is a house located in Middlesex County and the 02138 ZIP Code.

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Fees and Policies

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One-Time Basics
- Security Deposit - Refundable
  
  $5,500

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Utilities Included

Water
Sewer
Air Conditioning

House Features

Air Conditioning

Microwave

Disposal

Fireplace

Air Conditioning
Heating
Fireplace
Disposal
Microwave
Range
Basement
Fenced Lot
Porch

Contact

Listed by Eve Dougherty | Compass
Phone Number
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Neighborhood

Located in a bustling commercial district in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the neighborhood of West Cambridge is a thriving urban area that’s filled with family-friendly destinations. Most notable for its direct access to Harvard Square, a famous shopping, dining, and entertainment hub, locals have all of the local restaurants, specialty shops, and ornate theaters to choose from like the Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre.

The MBTA runs several bus lines to the area, giving commuters connections to the red line Harvard Square Station that takes them to other parts of the city. Though West Cambridge has immediate access to everything that’s offered in the city of Cambridge, including Harvard University and its attractions, West Cambridge is only six miles from Boston, so the options for food, retail, sports, and entertainment are endless.

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Amenities

Air Conditioning
Heating
Fireplace

Disposal
Microwave
Range

Basement
Fenced Lot
Porch

Expenses

Utilities Included

Water, Sewer, Air Conditioning Included

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Harvard University	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Cambridge College	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Lesley University	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Lesley University, Porter	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi

98.5 Foster St is within 11 minutes or 0.6 mile from Harvard University. It is also near Lesley University and Lesley University, Porter.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Harvard Square Station, located 0.8 mile from 98.5 Foster St. 98.5 Foster St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 9.2 miles or 17 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Harvard Square Station	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Central Square Station	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Porter Square Station	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
Alewife	Drive:	4 min	2.2 mi
Davis Station	Drive:	5 min	2.5 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Lansdowne	Drive:	6 min	3.4 mi
Waverley	Drive:	7 min	3.4 mi
Belmont	Drive:	6 min	3.4 mi
West Medford	Drive:	9 min	4.5 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	12 min	6.3 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	17 min	9.2 mi

Getting Around

Very Walkable

Walkability

80 / 100

Good Public Transit

Transit

70 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

60 / 100

Exceptionally Bikeable

Bikeability

90 / 100

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72 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 98.5 Foster St.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
The Shops At Charles Square	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Galleria At Harvard Square	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
26-28 Church St	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi

98.5 Foster St has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Longfellow National Historic Site	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Harvard Museum of Natural History	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	7 min	3.1 mi

98.5 Foster St has 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Longfellow National Historic Site, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, and Harvard Museum of Natural History.