581 Mount Auburn - Cambridge Townhouse

581 Mount Auburn St in Cambridge is a single family townhouse not far from Harvard Square. In move-in condition, it's on the market for $529,000.

Set back from the street, the townhouse has views of historic Mount Auburn Cemetery on one side, and the Larchwood neighborhood on the other. Inside, the 1980 sq.ft. townhouse has a lofty, open and modern feel with:

• Renovated kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a pantry closet
• Dining room with sliders to a private deck and enclosed garden
• 2.5 baths
• Spacious office
• Living room with wood burning fireplace
• Spacious master bedroom with bath and three closets
• Second bedroom
• Washer and dryer in the basement
• Direct access from the one-car garage
• Attic storage
• Central air conditioning

Upgrades include Harvey replacement windows on the upper floors, new HVAC, a renovated kitchen and updated baths.

Neighborhood amenities include Fresh Pond with its two mile walking trail, golf course and playground. It's a haven for dogs and their owners - Cambridge canine residents can go off-leash. Mount Auburn Cemetery is a National Historic Site and a popular destination for bird watchers with its many bucolic paths, two ponds and an observatory tower. There's a branch of the Cambridge Public Library around the corner and a large Star Market a couple of blocks away. Trader Joe's and Whole Foods are close by at Alewife. There are abundant shops and restaurants in Harvard Square and Huron Village, both within walking distance.

581 Mount Auburn offers easy access to Memorial and Storrow Drives, Mount Auburn Hospital and Routes 2, 128, 93 and 95. It's a lovely walk down Brattle Street into Harvard Square or if you'd rather hop on the bus it stops right out front.

581 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 is listed for $529,000 with Elizabeth Bolton of Coldwell Banker. For more information or to schedule a visit please call Liz at 617-504-1737.