1222 Cambridge Street, Unit 5

Listed for $848,000
Sold For $888,000
Perched above the vibrant heartbeat of Inman Square, this top-floor condominium is a hidden retreat—like a bird’s nest in the trees—calm, sunlit, and effortlessly welcoming. Spanning 1,176 square feet, the two-bedroom home unfolds from front to back, its long eastern exposure filling each space with beautiful light and skyline views stretching to Boston. At one end, a spacious living and dining area offers warmth and character with exposed brick and plenty of room to gather. At the other end, a thoughtfully renovated kitchen—complete with in-unit laundry—makes everyday living seamless. Over the years, the sellers have not only enhanced their home with air conditioning, custom bookcases, and crown molding but also helped transform the shared outdoor space. Now, a serene patio invites neighbors to linger, and bike storage makes city life even easier. A rare balance of energy and ease, this home is a true urban sanctuary.
Property Details
Interior
Size: 1,176 square feet
Rooms: 5
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1 full
Storage: In the basement
Exterior
Material: Brick
Roof: Rubber (age unknown)
Outdoors: Common patio & garden area
Parking: On street with permit
Systems
Heat: Hot water baseboard (boiler 2012); mini-splits, 4 zones (2023)
Cooling: Mini-splits, 4 zones (2023)
Electrical: Circuit breakers
Hot Water: Tank by natural gas
Laundry: In-unit (2021)
Windows: Double paned
Other
Year Built: 1896
Converted: 1988
Taxes: $4,913.80 without residential exemption ($1,648.37 with residential exemption)
Monthly Fee: $491.39/mo.
Fee Includes: Heat, master insurance, exterior and common area maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, water/sewer
Occupancy: 16 units total; of the 14 residential units, 8 are owner occupied
Rental Policy: 2 month minimum
Pet Policy: Pets permitted
Disclosures
Seller welcomes offers with requests for buyer concessions.
Roof is older and is regularly maintained. There are no current plans to replace the roof but the residents have asked the management company to keep an eye on it.