1. Massachusetts
2. Cambridge
3. 88 Putnam Ave 1

88 Putnam Ave 1, Cambridge, MA 02139

• 2 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,589 sqft

Property Description

Brimming with character and natural light, this beautifully maintained Riverside apartment combines timeless Cambridge charm with modern convenience. Set within an owner-occupied 1885 Victorian two-family home, it features high ceilings, large windows, parquet floors, and original architectural details that create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. The home offers spacious bedrooms, an updated kitchen, and two full bathrooms that blend classic craftsmanship with modern finishes. A formal dining room with a decorative fireplace, period millwork, and a built-in hutch evokes the elegance of a bygone era. Enjoy in-unit laundry, a wraparound porch ideal for relaxing or outdoor dining, and a freshly painted interior. This home is also certified deleaded. Perfectly situated between Harvard and Central Squares with easy access to Harvard University, HBS, the Charles River, and nearby cafés, shops, and restaurants, this home offers the best of Victorian charm and modern urban living.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

October 14, 2025 at 05:00AM

Listing Office:

Compass : 617-303-0067

Listing Agent:

Edward Jones : 617-429-7000

MLS ID:

73443166

Interior

• Appliances: RangeDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherDryerRange Hood
• Laundry: First FloorIn Unit
• A/C:
• Heating: Natural GasForced Air
• Fireplace: Dining RoomFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Porch

Location

• Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
• County: Middlesex

Lot

• Zoning: 407727

Financial

• Source: MLS Property Information Network

This listing courtesy of Edward Jones, Compass