Tucked within the storied & exclusive enclave of Gray Gardens West, this remarkable corner lot home is offered for the first time in over sixty years. Once the residence of a renowned architect and musician, it carries a quiet grace, a place where design meets creativity and timeless craftsmanship thrived. Designed in 1924 by Lois Lilley Howe, a founder of the first all female architecture firm in Boston and first female to graduate from MIT Architecture program. Mature plantings surround the home and the large yard gives a lush feeling with a sense of privacy. Beyond its historic façade lies a world of possibility with sun filled rooms, historic character, and the rare chance to create a masterpiece of your own. Just moments from Harvard Square, this is your chance to shape the next chapter of this homes enduring story. Sale proceeds benefit two foundations, one focuses on International youth peace building and the other supports young musicians in Europe.
Property Details
Price:
$2,800,000
MLS #:
73470188
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Address:
12 Gray Gardens W
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
westcambridge
City:
Cambridge
Listed Date:
Jan 20, 2026
State:
MA
Finished Sq Ft:
2,701
Total Sq Ft:
2,701
ZIP:
02138
Lot Size:
7,651 sqft / 0.18 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1924
Schools
Interior
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
2
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Baseboard
Exterior
Architectural Style
Antique, Shingle
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/ Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street
Parking Spots
4
Roof
Shingle
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$22,650
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12 Gray Gardens W
Cambridge, MA
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