162 5th Street, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141
$1,730,000
Est. $9,208/month
6
Beds
5
Baths
3,264
Sq Ft
$530
Price/Sq Ft
0.09
Acres
1910
Year Built
5+ Family - 5+ Units Side by Side
Type
6
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73199465

About this home

Looking for your next project? Situated in a prime location within the triangle of Cambridge Crossing, Kendall Square, and the newly revamped CambridgeSide Galleria, 162 5th lies on a quiet residential street in the heart of a rapidly developing neighborhood. In the C-1 zoning district, you have the flexibility to explore various renovation plans to maximize your return and leverage the momentum of other gut renovations and new builds currently underway on 5th and adjacent streets. Future buyers and renters will delight in the numerous parks and playgrounds and easy access to major bus routes, Red and Green train lines, 90/93/Route 1, and Storrow and Memorial Drive. Enjoy a plethora of cafes, eateries, grocery stores, retail shops, breweries, and even a movie theater, all within a half mile! Proximity to the Broad Institute, Moderna, MIT, and other reputable institutions with a premium workforce make local commutes a breeze and demand for nearby housing high. Get in on the action!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,725,000
Final Sale Price: $1,730,000
Difference: +$5,000 (+0.3%)
Performance Metrics
100.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $528
Sale $/sq ft: $530
This property sold for $530 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 0.3% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
5+ Family - 5+ Units Side by Side
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
5
Living Area
3,264 sq ft
Total Rooms
16
Stories
5
Levels
5

Interior Features

Flooring
Vinyl, Carpet, Varies, Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Bathroom with Shower Stall, Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Living Room, Kitchen
Basement Details
Dirt Floor, Unfinished
Window Features
Box/Bay/Bow Window(s)

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle, Rubber
Foundation
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Patio/Porch Features
Patio - Enclosed
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.09 acres
Lot Size
3,904 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0900
Lot Features
Easements
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Parking Features
On Street

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/Less, Individually Metered

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$11,272
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$1,904,100
Parcel Number
400718
Zoning
C-1
Financial Data Source
Estimated, Owner

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate,Unknown/Mixed
Disclosures
Property to be sold as-is. Buyers and their representatives responsible for their own due diligence and independent verification of the information provided.

Location

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Neighborhood

162 5th Street, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Cambridgeport
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Upper School
Rating information coming soon
High School
Rindge & Latin
Rating information coming soon

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $939
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

0.3%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 5, 2024
$1,730,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
Feb 5, 2024
$1,725,000
Original listing
Agent: Denman Drapkin Group Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 5, 2024 New Listing Added $1,725,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
6 days
Price per Sq Ft
$530

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $11,272 $1,904,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$11,272
Tax Year 2024
Assessed Value
$1,904,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Denman Drapkin Group
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM328243
Office MLS ID AN2606

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