Welcome to 53 Jay St, a stunning contemporary new-construction townhouse in Cambridge's sought-after Riverside neighborhood. Living like a single-family with private parking and a fenced backyard, this sun-filled 3-bed, 2-bath home spans four levels and offers three incredible outdoor spaces. Enter through a private entrance into an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with high ceilings, maple floors, marble counters, premium stainless appliances, a pantry, and a stylish full bathroom. The beautiful primary suite occupies the entire second floor with a spa-like ensuite, two custom closets, and a private deck. The third floor provides a flexible bedroom, office, or lounge with a wet bar and access to a custom roof deck with impressive bifold doors. The lower level includes a versatile living room or bedroom, laundry, and storage. Close to Harvard, MIT, the Charles River, and Central, Inman, and Kendall Squares, this home blends modern comfort with the best of Cambridge living.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 198
- Bedroom 2 Sqft: 170
- Primary Bedroom Level: Second
- Bedroom 2 Level: Basement
- Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Balcony - Exterior,Recessed Lighting,Closet - Double
- Bedroom 2 Features: Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 6
- Entry Foyer Level: 1
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1 Level: First
- Bathroom 2 Level: Second
- Primary Bathroom Features: Yes
- Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
- Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
Interior Features
- Dining Area
- Open Floorplan
- Recessed Lighting
- Closet
- Wet bar
- Slider
- Living/Dining Rm Combo
- Bonus Room
- Wet Bar
- Wired for Sound
- Door Features: Insulated Doors
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Window Features: Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
Appliances
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Range Hood
- Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Wine Cooler
- Laundry Features: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
- Heating Features: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Features: Closet,Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove,Peninsula
- Kitchen Level: Main,First
- Kitchen Sqft: 169
Exterior and Lot Features
- Deck - Roof
- Patio
- Balcony
- Garden
- Rain Gutters
- Professional Landscaping
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Exterior, Deck - Roof, Patio
- Patio: Yes
- Deck: Yes
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned
- Parking Total: 1
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 166
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 166
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Multi-Unit Info
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 11358
- City Region: Riverside
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Middlesex
- Directions: Western Avenue to Jay Street.
- Tax Year: 2026
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Home Warranty: No
- Property Subtype: condo
- Parcel Number: M:00123 L:00029053/2,5011092
- Postal Code Plus 4: 3124
- Zoning: RES
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1500
- Year Built: 2016
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1140
- BelowGradeFinishedArea: 360
- Building Area Total: 1500
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Building Name: 51-53 Jay Street Condominium
- Construction Materials: Frame
- Entry Location: Unit Placement(Back)
- Property Age: 9
- Roof: Rubber
- Levels or Stories: 4
- Building Total Stories: 4
- Structure Type: Townhouse
- Year Built Details: Actual
- Year Built Source: Builder
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- for Gas Range
- for Electric Dryer
- Washer Hookup
- Water Source: Public
Home Features
- Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat