299 Columbia #299

Taxes: $8,631.65 (2026)

About this home

Just blocks from the heart of Kendall Square, this rare free-standing workers cottage offers a refined retreat tucked behind a distinctive two-unit association. Perfectly positioned for beautiful southern light, the home overlooks Elm & Hampshire plaza-park and neighboring gardens, creating a private urban oasis. Rebuilt in 2018 while preserving the original shell, it features acacia hardwood floors, closed-cell foam insulation, hardwired smoke/CO detectors and a full sprinkler system. The open main level is ideal for entertaining with spacious living and dining areas, a stunning kitchen, oversized island, premium appliances, restaurant-grade range and powerful hood. Sliders lead to a covered deck and exclusive landscaped yard with irrigation. Upstairs offers two en-suite bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk-in closet. The finished lower level includes a media room, storage, laundry and half bath plumbed for a shower. Deeded parking completes this exceptional offering.

Property details

Sewer

Private

Style

Cottage

Water

City/Town Water

Cooling

Central Air, 2 Units, ENERGY STAR

Heating

Central Heat, Forced Air, Hot Air Gravity, ENERGY STAR

Type

Detached

Flooring

Wood, Tile

Road type

Public, Paved, Publicly Maint., Sidewalk

Appliances

Disposal, Indoor Grill, Refrigerator - ENERGY STAR, Dryer - ENERGY STAR, Dishwasher - ENERGY STAR, Washer - ENERGY STAR, Vent Hood, Range - ENERGY STAR

Master Bath

Yes

Construction

Aluminum

Roof

Aluminum

Lot

Paved Drive, Shared Drive, City View(s), Level

Parking

1-10 Spaces, Attached, Deeded, Paved Driveway

Basement

Full, Finished, Interior Access

Electric

220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps

Exterior

Deck - Composite, Covered Patio/Deck, Professional Landscaping, Sprinkler System, Screens, City View(s)

Interior

Cable Available, Finish - Sheetrock