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260-262 Sidney Street # 2R, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Cambridgeport
$613,000
Est. $3,953/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
584
Sq Ft
$1,050
Price/Sq Ft
1886
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jun 27, 2024 • MLS# 73258343 Copied!

About this home

An exceptional brick rowhouse residence on a pretty tree lined street in the heart of Cambridgeport with parking! This charming move in ready home has a low fee that includes heat & hot water & has been refreshed & designed for the ultimate in comfort & convenience. Unit 2R has front facing windows bringing natural sunlight in & a wonderful cross breeze from your own private rear deck. Few of the highlights of this quality home are high ceilings; ambient lighting; superb architectural detail; striking hardwood floor; a sensational kitchen with gas cooking; full bath with bathtub/shower; in unit laundry & so much more! A wonderful community comprised of 8 units that allow pets, is professionally managed & steps from MIT, BU Bridge, Charles River, Central Square Redline T from Back Bay; highways; transit; Cafe's & all that Cambridge has to offer. This one is not to be missed!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner TOWLER, PAUL S. & PAMELA J. SPENCER
Mailing Address 2 BRIGHTSIDE AVE., GLOUSTER, MA, 01930

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style BASEMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $330,700
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $1,938
CPA Surcharge 3% ($41)
Estimated Annual Tax $1,978

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $330,700 $330,700

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 12, 2024 $613,000 83117/0306
Jun 10, 2022 $525,000 80261/0224
Oct 5, 2015 $100 66181/0054
Apr 8, 2013 $100 61561/0535
Oct 1, 2012 $10 60140/0339
Sep 22, 2011 $250,000 57493/0352
Jun 13, 2005 $275,000 45375/0100
Sep 1, 2000 $120,000 31787/0240
Oct 22, 1997 $591,000 27790/0204

Municipal Context: CAMBRIDGE

Median Home Value $925,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,175
Residential Tax Rate $5.86/1000
CPA Surcharge 3%
County Middlesex
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
584 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $624,900
Final Sale Price: $613,000
Difference: $11,900 (-1.9%)
Performance Metrics
98.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,070
Sale $/sq ft: $1,050
This property sold for $1,050 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.9% below the original asking price.

With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 14 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,050/sq ft
Area Average
$486/sq ft
Difference
+116.1%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1886
Living Area 584 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood

Parking

Features Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer

Financial

Annual Tax $2,542
Assessed Value $429,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1886
Structure Type: Rowhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Deeded

Location

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Neighborhood

Cambridgeport

260-262 Sidney Street # 2R, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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Nearby Schools

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
A
Amigos School
0.5 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.9 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Shady Hill School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.8 mi | #100 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Fayerweather Street School
3.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.5 mi
Grades 01-12
A-
Morse School
0.3 mi | #238 of 824 | Score: 53.0
Improved 45 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
328 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.6 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.8 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.4 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.4 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.7 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.4 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Property History

Market Insights

1.9%
Price Range
18
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 12, 2024
$613,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 18
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Listed for Sale
Jun 27, 2024
$624,900
Original listing
Agent: Nancy Ciampa McLaughlin Office: Redfin Corp.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 27, 2024 New Listing Added $624,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,050

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $2,542 $429,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,542
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$442
Monthly
Assessed Value
$429,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Nancy Ciampa McLaughlin
Listing Office Redfin Corp.
Agent MLS ID BB980308
Office MLS ID NB3534
Listing Data Updated Aug 12, 2024 5:20 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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