35 Falmouth Street
Listed for $1,575,000
Some houses welcome you in a quiet, unmistakable way, the kind you feel the moment you arrive. Built in 1906 and set on a corner lot behind a white picket fence, this cheerful yellow home has long been known for exactly that feeling. As one visitor once said, it smiles at you as you walk down the street.
Inside, the home unfolds with a rare sense of comfort and ease. Across 2,453 sq. ft. of living space, high ceilings, generously sized rooms, and an abundance of windows create a home that feels both open and inviting—warm in the winter, cool in the summer, and always filled with light. Over time, thoughtful updates have introduced a more modern flow while preserving the charm and character of its early origins.
The architecture is distinctive for the neighborhood, with a beautiful double gambrel roof and a full front porch that invites you to slow down and watch the rhythm of daily life unfold. At its heart, the home balances space and flexibility with grace. An addition, originally designed as a studio, offers a bright, soaring room with skylights and endless possibilities. It has been thoughtfully staged as a first-floor bedroom with a nearby bath, but could just as easily serve as a playroom, guest space, or private office.
Upstairs, the second floor includes a primary suite with its own bath, along with two additional bedrooms, bringing the total to four bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The top floor offers two more light-filled rooms—ideal as offices, studios, or creative retreats—echoing the home’s long history as a place for both living and working. Even the lower level adds to the experience, with a bright exercise and recreation space with a built-in sauna.
Outdoors, the fully fenced yard offers a wonderful extension of the home—perfect for play, gardening, or simply enjoying the seasons. A stone patio and the expansive front porch create spaces for gathering or quiet moments alike.
Located just moments from public transportation, with easy access to both Cambridge and Boston, the setting is as convenient as it is welcoming. Nearby shops, restaurants, tennis courts, and open green spaces add to the appeal, while the neighborhood itself is known for its warmth and sense of community.
This is a home that has been lovingly cared for across generations—comfortable, balanced, and full of possibility. A place that doesn’t just shelter, but truly invites you to live.
Property Details
Interior
Size: 2,453 square feet (does not include 317 square feet in the finished lower level)
Rooms: 11
Bedrooms:4
Bathrooms: 2 full & 1 half
Fireplace: 1
Exterior
Lot Size: 5,218 square feet
Material: Wood shingles
Roof: Asphalt/fiberglass shingle (2015)
Outdoors: Patio, yard, and landscaped garden; Yard is enclosed by a fence
Parking: Paved driveway for 2 cars side by side
Systems
Heat: Hot water radiators by gas & electric baseboard
Cooling: Central air conditioning, 4 zones (2018)
Hot Water: Tank by gas
Electrical: Circuit breakers
Laundry: In the basement
Windows: Single pane with storms
Other
Year Built: 1906
Taxes: $15,006.62
Disclosures
Single paned windows are older and some are in need of repair.
Portions of the siding shingles are older.
