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309 Elm St. # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Inman Square
$595,000
Est. $3,816/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
698
Sq Ft
$852
Price/Sq Ft
1915
Year Built
21
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 7, 2025 • MLS# 73323945 Copied!

About this home

Prime location between Inman & Union Square! This well-appointed 2 bedroom condo offers unparalleled convenience with a “Walk Score” of 97 and easy access to multiple t-stations, prime for commuters & students alike. The flexible layout can accommodate any lifestyle with bedrooms on opposite ends, walk-in closet in primary, and open concept living/ eat-in kitchen. Professionally managed & pet-friendly building with large private storage unit in basement. Spectacular value and benefit of low Cambridge taxes! Website: https://listings.redwardsmedia.com/sites/lkerkbr/unbranded

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner HENKE, ULRICH & MARGARET HENKE
Mailing Address 309 ELM ST UNIT 2, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $522,700
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $3,063
CPA Surcharge 3% ($74)
Estimated Annual Tax $3,137

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $522,700 $522,700

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Feb 21, 2025 $595,000 83789/0436
Aug 9, 2024 $595,000 83111/0383
Jan 24, 2024 $500,000 82423/0546
Jul 21, 2023 $609,000 81797/0535
Jun 7, 2023 $1 81625/0327
Apr 14, 2021 $1 77508/0244
Feb 19, 2021 $545,000 77006/0433
Mar 10, 2016 $1 66914/0047
May 28, 2014 $269,900 63665/0411
Apr 25, 2014 $262,000 63527/0500
Nov 29, 2013 $313,000 62999/0183
Apr 3, 2013 $315,000 61534/0105
Sep 28, 2012 $279,000 60129/0441
Jul 24, 2009 $277,000 53262/0456
Jul 1, 2008 $243,000 51393/0315
May 29, 2007 $235,000 49513/0142
Apr 30, 2007 $214,000 49364/0379
Mar 28, 2005 $245,500 44882/0306
Mar 2, 2005 $253,000 44734/0353
Jun 14, 2001 $2,400,000 33056/0508

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: geocode_proximity (89.1% confidence) · Data as of Feb 27, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1915
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
698 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $575,000
Final Sale Price: $595,000
Difference: +$20,000 (+3.5%)
Performance Metrics
103.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $824
Sale $/sq ft: $852
This property sold for $852 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 21 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 22 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$852/sq ft
Area Average
$343/sq ft
Difference
+148.6%

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 1915
Living Area 698 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling None
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $2,859
Assessed Value 0.00

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1915
Structure Type: Rowhouse, Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
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Parking & Garage

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Location

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Neighborhood

Inman Square

309 Elm St. # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Walkability

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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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.5 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
A
Amigos School
1.0 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.3 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.3 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
King Open School
0.2 mi | #500 of 824 | Score: 44.7
Dropped 179 spots from last year
-13.5 below state avg
391 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.3 mi
Grades 01-06
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.2 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
0.5 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-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.1 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.1 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
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.7 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
NuVu Innovation School
0.8 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
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Property Tax $238
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $369/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

3.4%
Price Range
23
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Feb 21, 2025
$595,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 23
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Listed for Sale
Jan 7, 2025
$575,000
Original listing
Agent: Wilson Group Office: Keller Williams Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jan 7, 2025 New Listing Added $575,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
21 days
Price per Sq Ft
$852

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $2,859 $0

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,859
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$369
Monthly
Assessed Value
$0

Listing Information

Listing Agent Wilson Group
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty
Agent MLS ID TM300562
Office MLS ID BB5962
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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