
85 Trowbridge St #2 Cambridge — Photo 1 of 31
$1,650,000
85 Trowbridge St #2, Cambridge, MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 — Harvard Square
Beds
3
Baths
2
SqFt
1,819
Style
Condominium
Built
1890
This exceptionally generous 1,819 sq ft, 3 bed, 2 bath, floor-through condominium comprises the second floor of a beautifully preserved 1890 building on a side street very close to Harvard Square. Superb configuration of the space is enhanced by turn-of-the-century grace and beauty, high ceilings and lovely wood floors. The open areas for entertaining are flexible and formal; large living room with bow windows, dining room, a separate living room with a brick fireplace, and an eat-in kitchen. Premium appliances in the kitchen and both baths are renovated. In-unit laundry in guest bath. New HVAC (2026). Recent windows (2022). Lovely front and rear decks, with mature trees lending a cozy, treehouse feel. And best of all, a prime location, convenient to Harvard & Inman Sq’s & the Redline. Around the corner from locally-owned coffee shops, restaurants, bakeries, and specialty grocers. Generous storage and easy bike access. Rare garage parking. Professionally managed. 100% owner-occupied.
Market Value Analysis
* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Cambridge, MA.
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Neighborhood
Public Transportation • Park • House of Worship • Public School • T-Station • University
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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
2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings
U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)
Listing Agent: The Petrowsky Jones Group
Listing Office: Compass
MLS® Number: 73575145
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