281 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Cambridge MA 02141
Cambridge, MA 02141 • Kendall Square
$2,595,000
Est. $14,361/month
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20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5%, and $200/month estimated insurance.
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About this home
Newly renovated three-family residence nestled at a corner lot in one of Cambridge’s most desirable locations. Right next to Kendall Sq., walking distance to MIT and Kendall/MIT Red Line T Station, less than two miles to MGH. Unit 1 offers two levels of comfort living. Ground level features three bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchen w/ custom cabinetry and quartz countertop island. Lower level hosts an office, a full bathroom and extra living/entertainment area. Both Unit 2 & 3 features an eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, one bath and a comfortable living room. Unit 2 also offer an office. Each unit is equipped with its own separate utilities and HVAC systems. Plus, total four off street parking, including two garage parking spaces accessing from Vandine St. Additionally, ADU and Cambridge new zoning rule might work to this property. Buyer and buyer's agent do their own due diligence.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
25.8%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Listed for Sale
Oct 14, 2026
$2,595,000
Original listing
Agent: Nathan Long
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Previous Transaction - MLS #72599670
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Previously Sold
Mar 2, 2020
$1,925,000
MLS #72599670
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $2,595,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 03/02/2020 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,925,000 | - | - | MLS #72599670 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $12,477 | $1,870,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$12,477
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,870,600
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Year Built
1894
Living Area
3,792 sq ft
Lot Size
0.06 acres
Stories
4
Bedrooms
7
Full Baths
4
Total Rooms
12
Investment Metrics
Units
3
Unit 1 Rent
$4,600/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent
$3,400/mo · Y
Unit 3 Rent
$3,150/mo · Y
Total Monthly Rent
$11,150/mo
Gross Income
$133,800
Net Operating Income
$133,800
Cap Rate
5.16%
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
Heat Pump, Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Microwave
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Partially Finished
Laundry
None
Features
Stone/granite/solid Counters, Living Room, Kitchen, Office/den
Exterior
Construction
Frame, Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Off Street, On Street
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
110 Volts, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$12,477
Assessed Value
$1,870,600
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Number Of Bedrooms And Bathrooms Might Not Match The Public Record. Buyer And Buyers Agent Do Their Own Due-diligence.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
Living area is approximate. Buyer and buyers agent do their own due-diligence.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Property Overview
Property Type
3 Family - 3 Units Up/Down
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1894
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,792 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Stories
4
Levels
4
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Microwave
Interior Features:
Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Living Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1894
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Frame, Stone
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stone
Stories:
4
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Heat Pump, Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Paved
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Off Street, On Street
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.5 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
1.0 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
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.7 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.
3.2 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.6 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
King Open School
0.2 mi
|
#473 of 825
|
Score: 45.4
Dropped 152 spots from last year
-12.8 below state avg
437 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.6 mi
Grades 01-06
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.2 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
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.2 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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.2 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
2.5 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
High Schools
3 schools
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.3 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
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
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Kendall Square
281 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Cambridge MA 02141
Cambridge, MA 02141
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Nathan Long
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Office Phone
617-864-4430
Agent MLS ID
CN249699
Office MLS ID
AN6200
Listing Data Updated
Oct 13, 2026 11:32 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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