ZhiChao Chen
SPACE CY REALTY LIMITED
(855) 528-1854
147 Total Sales
2 in Riverside
$2,170,000 Price Range
88 Putnam Ave Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02139
Riverside Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,589
Sq Ft
1885
Built
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Martin Luther King, Jr. School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Corporal Burns Park
About This Home
As of December 2025Available now! 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. Perfectly situated between Harvard (0.6 mi) and Central (0.6 mi) 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 urban living and convenience.
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Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- Built in 1885
Home Design
- Apartment
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,589 Sq Ft Home
- Crown Molding
- Decorative Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Bay Window
- Dining Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Cedar Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Porch
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $4,200
- Rent includes water, sewer
- Assessor Parcel Number 407727
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Common Area
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Riverside, MA
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ZhiChao Chen
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Hans Nagrath
Hans Nagrath
Compass
(888) 604-7140
165 Total Sales
3 in Riverside
$1.5M - $1.8M Price Range
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Sam Takla
Sam Takla
Coldwell Banker Realty - Framingham
(351) 444-9205
78 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$155,000 Price
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Victoria Tran Slomiak
Victoria Tran Slomiak
Lineage Realty Group
(508) 796-8249
65 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$1,187,000 Price
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Paul Cottone
Paul Cottone
The Cottone Co., Real Estate
(781) 609-3686
27 Total Sales
1 in Riverside
$1,276,000 Price
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Tim McDonald
Tim McDonald
Responds Quickly(508) 796-8265
52 Total Sales
2 in Riverside
$450K - $575K Price Range
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 12/03/25 | Rented | $4,100 | 0.0% | -- |
| 11/24/2025 11/24/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/16/2025 11/16/25 | Price Changed | $4,100 | -2.4% | $3 / Sq Ft |
| 10/14/2025 10/14/25 | For Rent | $4,200 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Edward Jones
Landlord's Agent in 2025
Edward Jones
Compass
(617) 429-7000
1 in this area
21 Total Sales
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Currier, Lane & Young
Tenant's Agent in 2025
Currier, Lane & Young
Compass
(617) 871-9190
9 in this area
500 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73443166
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