20 Garfield St Cambridge, MA 02138

$4,200,000
4 beds
3 full, 2 partial
3,956 sqft
0.1 acres
$1,062 / sqft
House

Property details

About 20 Garfield St

Situated on a picturesque street with many historic homes , this striking Victorian is between lively Harvard & Porter Squares. It has been painstakingly restored by the current owners. Every detail has been thoughtfully done using high quality finishes and fixtures. The first floor has a gracious foyer with period staircase, stained glass, inviting dining room, double living room with fireplace and high ceilings accented by period moulding . A sunny cooks kitchen with sliders lead to a deck where you will enjoy an enchanting oasis complete with a koi pond and working green house. The 2nd floor offers 3 lovely bedrooms plus study, one of which is en-suite, a 2nd full bathroom, a study and laundry room. The primary "loft like" en-suite bedroom has a double under lit quartz vanity, and custom tile shower. The finished lower level is perfect for a gym, media/play room complete with a temperature controlled wine cellar for over 1700 bottles and half bath. Extra wide paved driveway

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,956 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1885
ParkingOff Street, Stone/Gravel, Paved
MLS #73328124

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73328124
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (617) 303-0067
  • Listing Agent: Robin Repucci

IDX Disclaimer: The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein. We may make use of information provided by users of this website - see our Terms of Use for more details on our privacy policy.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 1/26/2025, 11:55:48 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Get an agent. Get a mortgage. Save big.¹

view of front facade

$4,200,000

20 Garfield St

Sell your home with Rocket and save even more!

Seller rebate

0.5% sale price²

Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 05, 2009
Home Sold
$1,742,500
Aug 08, 1996
Home Sold
$680,000
Sep 08, 1989
Home Sold
$589,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2021$3,105,100$18,165
2020$2,977,700$17,122
2019$2,664,500$15,827
2018$2,480,500$15,602
2017$2,302,100$14,941

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Maria L. Baldwin

Public District PK-5

0.1 mi

85 Oxford St

7

Graham and Parks

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

44 Linnaean St

8

Peabody

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

70 Rindge Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,031. Most Cambridge, MA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have masters degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

22%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
16%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

65%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
52%
18-34 yrs old
30%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

Frequently asked questions

About 20 Garfield St

This home is located at 20 Garfield St in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02138 in the Agassiz neighborhood. This 3,956 square foot home, which was built in 1885, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,200,000.

In December 2024 more than 11 listings in Cambridge, MA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 4 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 17 were sold below. Between November and December 2024, Cambridge, MA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 26.1%. Listings spent 46 days on the market in December 2024, and had a median list price of $1,165,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

More resources