In the intellectual heart of Cambridge, a residence of architectural grandeur offers a rare convergence of substance and tranquility, just steps from Harvard Sq & Charles River. This Victorian lives like a grand single-family home while possessing the versatility of a 2-family. Spanning 3824sqft, its 15 rooms are defined by generous proportions, natural light, timelessness of five fireplaces. The layout features 5 beds, 3F/2H baths, sunroom. At its heart is a chef’s kitchen, a welcoming space with a large island, high-end appliances, intimate seating. Discover a private urban sanctuary on the sprawling 6563sqft lot, where a perfected Zen-like garden creates an idyllic retreat for serene lounging. A coveted side-by-side 2-car driveway, Central AC, private-entrance au-pair/guest suite provide ultimate flexibility. Expansive 1174sqft high-ceilinged unfinished basement awaits your vision. Unique opportunity to live moments from iconic museums, acclaimed dining. Showings by Appointment Only
| Units | 2 |
| Living area | 3,824 sqft |
| Lot size | 6,563 sqft |
| Year built | 1886 |
| Price / sqft | $1,281 |
| County | Middlesex |
| MLS # | 73520747 |
| Days on market | 4 days |
| Listed on | May 18, 2026 |
| Annual property tax | $26,213 |
| Tax year | 2025 |
| Assessed value | $4,128,000 |
| Zoning | RES |
| Total actual rent | $0/mo |
| Stories | 3 |
| Total rooms | 13 |
| Lot size | 0.15 acres |
| Garage spaces | 0 |
| Parking spaces | 2 |
| Basement | Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished |
| Foundation | Stone, Other |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
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Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston — Mac Chinsomboon. Listing data © MLS PIN.
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It is a 2-unit multi-family property with 3,824 sqft of living area, built in 1886.
32 Hawthorn St, Cambridge MA 02138 has been listed for 4 days (since May 18, 2026).
Based on area median rents, the estimated cap rate is about 1.1%, with a Signal Score of 34/100. These are directional estimates, not an appraisal.
At a list price of $4,900,000 across 2 units, that works out to roughly $2,450,000 per unit.
Annual property taxes are $26,213 (2025), on an assessed value of $4,128,000.
At $4,900,000 for 3,824 sqft, that's about $1,281 per square foot.
2 total parking spaces.
32 Hawthorn St, Cambridge MA 02138 is in Cambridge, Middlesex County, MA 02138.