161 Columbia St # 3, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$335,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,308
Sq Ft
$256
Price/Sq Ft
0.00
Acres
Condominium
Type
69
Days on Market
Sold Listed Feb 1, 2008 • MLS# 70706254 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $465,000
Final Sale Price: $335,000
Difference: $130,000 (-28.0%)
Performance Metrics
72.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
69
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $356
Sale $/sq ft: $256
This property sold for $256 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 28.0% below the original asking price.

The property spent 69 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 47 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$256/sq ft
Area Median
$698/sq ft
Difference
63.3%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Luxury condo at a budget price! Completely renovated 3 BR, 2 bath penthouse. Fantastic open floor plan perfect for entertaining - beautiful HW floors, gas FP'd LR/DR, high end granite kitchen, gas cooktop & wall ovens and panoramic views. Spa bathroom w/soaking tub, tile shower and stone floor. Master BR w/gas FP and bath. All this + in unit laundry, central ac & a great Cambridge location. *Bonus-If buyer finances thru Wells Fargo, Seller will credit 1% towards closing & pay for appraisal.

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Property History

Market Insights

71.2%
Price Range
70
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73451177
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Dec 16, 2025
$1,165,000
MLS #73451177
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Sold
Jun 3, 2008
$335,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 70
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Listed for Sale
Feb 1, 2008
$439,900
Original listing
Agent: Reid Benov Office: Century 21 MassBay Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2008 $3,566 $473,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,566
Tax Year 2008
HOA Fee
$0
Per month
Assessed Value
$473,300

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Living Area 1,308 sq ft
Lot Size 0.0000
Stories 1
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Living Room, Master Bedroom
Fireplaces 2
Basement Y
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water, City/town Sewer
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Annual Tax $3,566
Assessed Value $473,300

HOA & Community

Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Unit Is Bank Owned. Sold As Is. Buyer Must Sign Seller Addendum Along With P&s.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 3
Sq Ft Source Other
Sq Ft Disclosures from cambridge assessors records
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 70 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,308 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Effective Year (Renovated): 2006
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water, City/Town Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Living Room, Master Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping
School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
✓ School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
↓ 4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.2 mi | #246 of 346 | Score: 47.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
0.6 mi | #46 of 352 | Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.4 mi | #105 of 825 | Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.0 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.3 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
0.1 mi | #7 of 12 | Score: 41.9
Improved 616 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
235 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.3 mi
Grades 01-06
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.5 mi | #207 of 352 | Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.6 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.8 mi | #104 of 352 | Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.3 mi | #66 of 352 | Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
NuVu Innovation School
0.3 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.7 mi | #205 of 346 | Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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161 Columbia St # 3, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Listing Information

Listing Agent Reid Benov
Listing Office Century 21 MassBay Realty
Office Phone 617-445-1066
Agent MLS ID E9500209
Office MLS ID E95065
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 4:47 AM EDT
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