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8 Cogswell Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140

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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,615 Sq Ft
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Classic architecture meets modern living with this beautifully restored Mansard home. Tall ceilings, bay windows, and a sweeping staircase set an elegant tone, while a thoughtful layout offers both openness and privacy. With 4 bedrooms, plus a bonus room and 2 baths, it's designed for stylish yet comfortable everyday life. The handsome new kitchen impresses with tall gray cabinetry, marble-veined quartz counters, and KitchenAid and Bosch appliances. Open to the expansive dining room, this space is perfect for entertaining. A front garden and rear deck add just the right amount of outdoor space. The primary suite features a skylight, an attached dressing room, and a serene ensuite bath. Conveniences include a laundry room and mini-split cooling upstairs, while the driveway with carport accommodates 4 cars. Ideally located near Porter Square and Mass Ave, the redline T station, Danehy park, and a multitude of nearby Cambridge restaurants, shops and amenities.

Listing By: mamlspin Realty.com
  • MLS# 73455951
  • Date Listed11/18/2025
  • Days on Realty 2 Days
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 0.11 acres (5,000 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Middlesex
  • Year Built 1871
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 2,615 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $860.42

Interior Features

  • Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
  • Flooring Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
  • Cooling Ductless
  • Heating Natural Gas, Baseboard

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Garden
  • Roof Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres 0.11
  • Lot Size SQFT 5,000.00
  • Lot Features -

Directions

Mass Ave. to Walden St. Right on Mead St. and then right on Cogswell Ave.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $13,730
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

John F. Kennedy Elementary School

Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home

0.31 mi

Distance

Peabody School

Public • PK - 5

0.4 mi

Distance

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School

Public • PK - 6

0.4 mi

Distance

West Somerville Neighborhood School

Public • PK - 8

1.93 mi

Distance

Dr Albert F Argenziano School At Lincoln Park

Public • PK - 8

2.12 mi

Distance

Haggerty School

Public • PK - 5

2.21 mi

Distance

Dr Martin Luther King Jr School

Public • PK - 5

2.38 mi

Distance

John J Mcglynn Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

2.6 mi

Distance

Capuano Ecc

Public • PK - KG

2.78 mi

Distance

John M. Tobin Montessori School

Public • PK - 5

2.78 mi

Distance

Rindge Avenue Upper School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

0.4 mi

Distance

Next Wave Junior High School

Public • 7 - 8

1.8 mi

Distance

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Public • 6 - 8

2.38 mi

Distance

Madeleine Dugger Andrews

Public • 6 - 8

2.6 mi

Distance

John J. Mcglynn Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

2.6 mi

Distance

Gibbs School

Public • 6 - 6

2.67 mi

Distance

Cambridge Street Upper School

Public • 6 - 8

3.31 mi

Distance

Vassal Lane Upper School

Public • 6 - 8

3.31 mi

Distance

Winthrop L Chenery Middle School

Public • 5 - 8

3.38 mi

Distance

Community Charter School Of Cambridge

Public • 6 - 12

3.91 mi

Distance

Curtis-tufts High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

1.38 mi

Distance

Somerville High School

Public • 9 - 12

1.8 mi

Distance

Cambridge Rindge And Latin School

Public • 9 - 12

2.38 mi

Distance

Full Circle High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.54 mi

Distance

Jas Youthbuild

Public • 10 - UG

2.78 mi

Distance

Belmont High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.38 mi

Distance

Medford Vocational Technical High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.91 mi

Distance

Medford High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.91 mi

Distance

Arlington High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.91 mi

Distance

Match Charter Public School

Public • 9 - 12

4.14 mi

Distance

Matignon High School

Private • 09 - 12

0.98 mi

Distance

International School Of Boston

Private • PK - 12

0.98 mi

Distance

Threshold Program Lesley Univ

Private • UG - UG

1.17 mi

Distance

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

Private • PK - 12

2.42 mi

Distance

German International School Boston

Private • PK - 12

3.34 mi

Distance

Arlington Catholic High School

Private • 09 - 12

3.45 mi

Distance

James F Farr Academy

Private • 07 - 12

3.61 mi

Distance

Bay Cove Academy

Private • 09 - 12

4.15 mi

Distance

Boston University Academy

Private • 09 - 12

4.26 mi

Distance

Ivy Street School

Private • 08 - UG

4.26 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in MA / 02140

Source: Walkscore

97/100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score ®

78/100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score ®

99/100

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score ®

Overview

Daily errands do not require a car. Transit is convenient for most trips. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.

Transit Summary

22 nearby routes: 17 bus, 5 rail, 0 other

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 72/100, Transit Score: 60/100, Bike Score: 71/100.

Points of Interest near 8 Cogswell Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140

Frequently Asked Questions for 8 Cogswell Ave.

Source: Realty.com

8 Cogswell Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140 is a Single Family 2,615 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 33 photos available of this 4 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $2,250,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 33 photos of 8 Cogswell Ave..

Our records indicate that 8 Cogswell Ave. was built in 1871.

The full address for this home is 8 Cogswell Ave., Cambridge, MA 02140.

8 Cogswell Ave. has been listed on Realty.com since Tue November 18, 2025

Daily errands do not require a car. Transit is convenient for most trips. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 72/100, Transit Score: 60/100, Bike Score: 71/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 8 Cogswell Ave.. John F. Kennedy Elementary School (Grades: PK - 8), Rindge Avenue Upper School (Grades: 6 - 8), Curtis-tufts High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Compass (tel: 617-303-0067)
Listing agent: Monalisa Team (tel: 617-930-1288) (#TM358818)

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