345 Harvard Unit 4CD is a spacious top floor three-bedroom residence in a brick elevator building in Mid Cambridge. Renovated in 2010, the residence is in excellent condition.

345 Harvard entrance in Mid Cambridge.

Built in the 1960s, 345 Harvard has been renovated in the last ten years. There are 24 units, of which 17 are owner-occupied. Unit 4CD is one of just four larger double units in the building, and it is the only double unit on the top floor.

Modern style - 345 Harvard Street in Mid Cambridge.

345 Harvard Unit 4CD is unusually spacious: Visitors have commented in particular on the appeal of the wide open main living area, which is ideal for entertaining, with the living room and family room and dining room and kitchen all connected together.

Spacious open living area of 345 Harvard 4CD.

The modern kitchen of 345 Harvard Unit 4CD features a bar countertop, stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet space.

Bar countertop is an appealing feature of the kitchen.

The three bedrooms, two full baths and private laundry of 345 Harvard Unit 4CD are all located in a separate wing. The master bedroom suite is especially attractive, with a walk-in closet with custom built-ins and a large master bathroom with double vanity and walk-in tile-shower.

Master bedroom features walk-in closet and bath en suite.

345 Harvard Unit 4CD enjoys two balconies, as well as two covered parking spaces. There is also private storage. It is rare in Cambridge to find a three-bedroom, two-bath residence all on one level in an elevator building close to Harvard Square. 345 Harvard  is ideally situated for someone working at Harvard or MIT. 345 Harvard is also located midway between the restaurants, shopping an entertainment centers of Harvard Square and Central Square. WalkScore of 97- Walker’s Paradise!

345 Harvard with Boston in distance.

If you are interested in buying or selling residential real estate in Cambridge or Somerville, I am here to help. I can be reached at ccherney@hammondre.com or 617-733-8937.  I am a Harvard graduate, an Inman Square and a top broker in the area since 1999. I would be delighted to serve you.

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46 Inman is a new construction building (2006) containing two town homes.

46-2 Inman is now SOLD. I served as the listing agent in 2012 for this residence.  46-2 Inman is a new construction (2006) townhome in Mid Cambridge between Harvard and MIT. 46-2 Inman scores an 89 on Walk Score - a very convenient  and walkable location. The Red Line with subway service to Boston is found at one end of the street in Central Square. At the other end of the street is Inman Square with its many shops and restaurants. Visit 46-2 Inman right now on the Cambridge For Sale channel on YouTube.

Private deck and garden at 46-2 Inman - an urban retreat.

Open and light-filled living room with gas fireplace.

46-2 Inman is part of Inman Court, a four-unit association in two buildings. An appealing aspect of 46-2 Inman is that the residence is set back from the street. A spacious deck off the living room steps down into a private garden, allowing46-2 Inman to take full advantage of its nestled placement in the corner of the lot. This also affords 46-2 Inman a second off-street parking space – the only residence at Inman Court to enjoy a second spot.

The main living level at 46-2 Inman takes your breath away – an open plan with soaring 9’8 ceiling height and oversized windows allowing for ample natural light. Anchoring the living room is a gas fireplace. Direct access to the deck and private garden make for a true indoor-outdoor feeling for this urban retreat. The kitchen features a peninsula counter, stainless steel appliances and maple cabinets. A front hall with coat closet and access to half bath complete this level. The rarity of the amount of light and volume found here cannot be overemphasized.

Kitchen with peninsula counter.

Upstairs in the master bedroom.

Upstairs on the bedroom level at 46-2 Inman is a good sized master bedroom with master bath en suite. Also found on this level is a second bedroom and second full bath, as well as a study and laundry closet. Overall, the top floor is very functional and well laid out.

On the lower level at 46-2 Inman are an additional 565 square feet of finished space, including an area set up as a home office and ample storage. One could easily add a bath here – the plumbing is already in place. There is also direct access to both the garage parking space and second outdoor parking space. It is rare in Cambridge to have direct access to parking from within the home – no complaints on New England winter days!

View of deck and windows from living room.

If you are interested in buying or selling residential real estate in Cambridge or Somerville, I am here to help. I can be reached at ccherney@hammondre.com or 617-733-8937.  I am a Harvard graduate, an Inman Square resident and a top broker in the city since 1999.

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60 Magnolia Avenue #3 is now SOLD. It closed on January 27, 2012 for $405,000. I served as the listing broker for the seller. 60 Magnolia Avenue #3 is a delightful light-filled top floor two-bedroom condo near Harvard and close to Inman Square in Mid-Cambridge. 60 Magnolia Avenue #3 scores a 91 on Walk Score - Walker’s Paradise! Out front you will find trees and white picket fences and brick sidewalks in a classic Cambridge neighborhood. At the end of the block is Kirkland Village, home to Savenor’s Market (where world-famous chef Julia Child shopped in her Cambridge days) and The Wine and Cheese Cask (offering the area’s best selection of wine and cheese from around the world). You will also find several restaurants (including Bergamot) and a very inviting cafe - The Biscuit. All this and more on your doorstep!

60 Magnolia Avenue - brick sidewalks make the block even more appealing. A classic Cambridge neighborhood.

The Biscuit - great cafe in Kirkland Village near 60 Magnolia.

Just as inviting as the neighborhood is 60 Magnolia Avenue #3 itself. Located on the top floor, this 2007 renovated residence is part of a four-unit association, with all units owner-occupied.

Especially appealing is the layout of 60 Magnolia Avenue #3. The main living area is a very functional L-shape, with the living room and dining room and kitchen flowing together but still functioning as discrete areas. Ceiling height of 8.5′ makes the rooms inviting – as does the gas fireplace in the corner of the dining room and visible from all principal rooms.

Living room at 60 Magnolia Avenue Unit 3.

Dining room with gas fireplace.

The kitchen at 60 Magnolia Avenue #3 features stainless steel appliances and granite countertops and has been impeccably maintained since being renovated. Everyone will LOVE the walk-in laundry closet off the kitchen, complete with full-size stack machines, included in the sale.

Spacious and inviting kitchen with door to private deck.

A real highlight of 60 Magnolia Avenue #3 is the expansive 16 x 9 covered deck accessible via a glass slider door off the kitchen (see above). To find a deck this size for a condo in Cambridge is RARE. As an added bonus, the deck is newly rebuilt in 2011!

Dynamite private deck for 60 Magnolia #3. Party time!

Another appealing aspect of 60 Magnolia Avenue #3 is the separation of the bedrooms from the main living area. Both bedrooms and the full bath are off the central hall. The master bedroom is located at the end of the hall and apart from the rest of the residence – ideal for privacy. The master bedroom itself is well served by a big bay with oversized windows and a good-size closet with built-ins to maximize efficiency.

Spacious master bedroom is ideally situated at end of hall.

The second bedroom at 60 Magnolia Avenue #3 is as big as some master bedrooms in other condos in this price range. As for the full bath, it is also refreshingly large and served by a good-size vanity and shower-tub. A big window adjacent to the sink brings in lots of natural light.

Full bath is striking for its size and light.

Extras at 60 Magnolia Avenue #3 include central air conditioning, hardwood floors, and replacement windows. To top if off, there is a private storage room on the lower level, accessible via the back stairs.

If you are considering buying or selling real estate in Somerville or Cambridge, I am here to help. I can be reached at ccherney@hammondre.com or 617-733-8937. I am a Harvard graduate, an Inman Square resident and a top broker in Cambridge & Somerville since 1999.

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39 Magnolia Avenue #3 is a stylish top floor two-bedroom, two-bath condo close to Inman Square and near Harvard. 39 Magnolia scores an 88 on Walk Score.

Appealing front entrance at 39 Magnolia Ave.

Out front you will find white picket fences and brick sidewalks in a classic Cambridge neighborhood. At the end of the block is Kirkland Village, home to  Savenor’s Market (where Julia Child shopped in her Cambridge days) and The Wine and Cheese Cask (offering the area’s best selection of wine and cheese from around the world).

Just as inviting as the neighborhood is 39 Magnolia Avenue #3 itself!

Check out the 39 Magnolia Ave #3 Floor Plan.

Living room at 39 Magnolia Avenue #3.

A distinguishing feature of 39 Magnolia Avenue #3 is the private entry on the second floor landing, which leads up to an unusually spacious front hall. Nine-foot ceilings and an open plan make for a truly inviting top floor residence. The bay window in the living room brings the trees and light into the home.

Dining Room at 39 Magnolia Avenue #3.

The dining room at 39 Magnolia Avenue #3 is just as appealing, framed by a pair of windows and a built-in cabinet with granite counter – perfect for entertaining.

Light-filled kitchen at 39 Magnolia Ave #3.

The modern, skylit kitchen is certainly a highlight of this home, with its maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances and granite breakfast bar. And there is a door from the kitchen leading to a private deck!

Private deck at 39 Magnolia Avenue #3.

The two bedrooms at 39 Magnolia Avenue #3 are located at either end of the residence. The master bedroom features a walk-in closet and the master bath features a jet tub and in-unit laundry. There is also second full bath with shower-tub.

Bedroom at 39 Magnolia Ave #3.

Extras at 39 Magnolia Avenue #3 include an alarm system, a flat screen in the master bedroom, and a private storage room on the lower level. There is also a shared rear patio area, perfect for summer grilling.

The second bedroom is presently used as a study.

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You can get an overall sense of the shops and services found in Inman Square on the website for the square at Inman Square.  Inman Square truly is one of the last bastions of owner-run businesses in Cambridge. Favorite Inman Square destinations – to name just a few – include Christina’s Ice Cream, StellaBella Toys, and Cafe 1369 Coffee House.

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Inman Square is among the most vibrant neighborhoods in Cambridge.

The heart of Inman Square is the intersection of Hampshire and Beacon and Cambridge Streets. As with other so-called squares in Cambridge, Inman Square is not a square but rather the name given to a neighborhood surrounding the center point. There are not really any clearly defined Inman Square boundary lines. That being said, Cambridge Street is certainly the main street of the neighborhood, especially between Hampshire and Columbia Streets.

As for real estate, all residential property types – condominiums, single families, and multifamilies – are found in Inman Square.

Inviting back yard in Inman Square.

If you are considering buying or selling in Inman Square or elsewhere in Cambridge, I am here to help. I can be reached at ccherney@hammondre.com or 617-733-8937. I am a Harvard graduate, a Cambridge resident and a top broker in the city since 1999.

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Over the last ten years I have greatly enjoyed assisting Harvard professors, Harvard students and fellow Harvard alums with buying and selling in Cambridge. I have enjoyed working with Harvardians and their families at Harvard Law School, Harvard Business School, The Kennedy School, Harvard College and at the Harvard graduate schools – all Harvard connections are welcome! Always a pleasure to work with members of  the Harvard family – past, present and future!

One Harvard professor I worked with writes the following: “Charles Cherney was consummately professional in his work with us. He kept us regularly informed about possible properties as we searched for just the right house. It was a pleasure to work with him throughout the process and he has our strong recommendation for anyone seeking a principled, knowledgeable, efficient and client-orientated real estate professional.”

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On Clinton Street in Mid-Cambridge.

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Mid-Cambridge, broadly speaking, is that triangle of Cambridge which is between the points of Harvard Square and Central Square and Inman Square.

More specifically, Mid-Cambridge is broadly understood to be the neighborhood described by the boundaries of Kirkland Street to the north, Massachusetts Avenue to the south, Prospect Street to the east and Harvard Square itself to the west. Mid-Cambridge is sought after for its excellent location between Harvard and MIT. It also where you will find the public high school and library. Some speak of Mid-Cambridge as “The Golden Triangle” – located between Harvard Square and Inman Square and Central Square.

The main streets serving Mid-Cambridge are Cambridge Street, Broadway, Harvard Street, and Massachusetts Avenue. There are many pleasant side streets in Mid-Cambridge with well-maintained properties. Residents enjoy having shops and services close by. It is easy to live here without a car.

Mid-Cambridge is appealing to many for many different reasons, including the following:

- Easy access to the Red Line subway stations at Harvard and Central Squares is a plus.

- Mid-Cambridge is, as the name suggests, in the middle of Cambridge, between Harvard and MIT.

- Eclectic mix of architectural styles.

Places you will find in Mid-Cambridge include:

Harvard Graduate School of Design. I have enjoyed serving as a host to international students at the GSD over the years.

Cambridge Public Library. Newly renovated and expanded.

Savenor’s Market. Shop where Julia Child once did!

Broadway Bicycle School. I like to travel by Vespa. This is a shop for the traditional two-wheeled means of transport!

Cambridge City Hall Annex. Cambridge’s first municipal green building.

Darwin’s Limited. Cafe on Cambridge Street. The other location is in Harvard Square. The kind of cafe visitors think of when they imagine Cambridge.

Cambridge Hospital. This is a Cambridge Health Alliance hospital campus.

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If you are considering buying or selling real estate in Mid-Cambridge or elsewhere in Cambridge, I am here to help. I can be reached at ccherney@hammondre.com or 617-733-8937. I am a Harvard graduate, a Cambridge resident and a top broker in the city since 1999. I have listed and sold many properties in Mid-Cambridge. I would be happy to arrange to show you any properties of interest. in Mid-Cambridge or elsewhere in town.

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28 Clinton is a rare Mid-Cambridge town home offering. Being attached to the other unit in the association only in part at the rear, 28 Clinton Unit 1has a strong single family sensibility.

Inviting front facade of 28 Clinton #1 in Mid-Cambridge.

The front entrance of 28 Clinton is most inviting, with wide steps leading to a covered front porch and double doors with transom. As you might expect upon entering, there is a gracious hall with curved stair.

Front hall with curved stair with decorative newel post and balustrade.

The light-filled living room at 28 Clinton is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and takes full advantage of the impressive 9.5′ ceiling height to create a welcoming atmosphere.

Light-filled living room at 28 Clinton.

Also found on the first floor at 28 Clinton is the kitchen opening onto the bay-windowed dining room.

Dining room with bay window and door to private deck.

A door off the dining room leads to a private mahogany deck with views onto the tranquil landscaped grounds.

Private mahogany deck of dining room at 28 Clinton.

Up the curved stairs on the second floor at 28 Clinton you will find two good-size bedrooms, a laundry closet with full-size machines and a full bath with shower-tub. The front bedroom is especially inviting and includes an en suite study with window overlooking the front of the house.

Spacious front bedrooom with en suite study on second floor.

The top floor at 28 Clinton is an unexpected surprise. There are six skylights,  a cathedral ceiling, and door opening onto a private roof deck off of the separate sitting area. An en suite master bath is found on this level as well, as is a generous walk-in closet.

Separate sitting area in top floor master bedroom suite.

Visitors will be pleasantly surprised to discover that with all 28 Clinton has to offer on the first and second and third floors, there is also a separate entrance suite on the lower level with hardwood floor, custom built-ins ideally suited for both office and family room use, and a bath with shower. In addition, the lower level features ample storage and closets, including two cedar closets.

The Mid-Cambridge location puts shops and restaurants at one’s doorstep. 28 Clinton enjoys a Walkscore of 97 – Walker’s Paradise! Park your cars in one of two off-street parking spaces enjoyed by this residence and enjoy all that Cambridge has to offer on you doorstep!

28 Clinton is a truly Cantabrigian address.

28 Clinton has now SOLD.

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The Crawford Court Condominiums are located in classic brick buildings which are exactly the kind of buildings many condo buyers think of when they think of Cambridge.

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