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35 Bigelow St # 5, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$838,288
Est. $5,236/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
940
Sq Ft
$892
Price/Sq Ft
1871
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 29, 2025 • MLS# 73381962 Copied!

About this home

Delightful 2 level Penthouse unit on beautiful tree lined Bigelow Street. Set in the heart of Cambridge this location is convenient to Harvard Sq, Central Sq, Inman and Kendall Sq, The T, as well as numerous wonderful restaurants and shops. Designed as part of a 6 unit conversion of a stunning Victorian, the exterior architectural details have been carefully maintained including a Mansard roof with scalloped slate shingles, corbels and wooden quoin. This special units interiors include an open living, dining and kitchen space, which flows out to the enormous exclusive use roof deck. 1 bedroom and a full bath complete the top level. A stylish and functional spiral stairway leads down to the 2nd bedroom with custom built ins and an additional full bath. With freshly a painted interior, new appliances, in-unit laundry Hardwood flooring, extra storage and 1 car parking this is an amazing space to call home.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner GUANG YOUNG
Mailing Address 35-37 BIGELOW ST, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style TWO-FLOORS

Tax Information

Assessed Value $795,600
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $4,662
CPA Surcharge 3% ($122)
Estimated Annual Tax $4,785

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $795,600 $795,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 11, 2025 $838,288 84348/0196
Dec 14, 2021 $10 79344/0049
Nov 26, 2021 $744,000 79228/0502
Jun 18, 2021 $950,000 78054/0262
Nov 18, 2016 $625,000 68437/0251
Aug 16, 2006 $570,400 47996/0544
Jan 1, 1998 $810,000 00000/0000

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 (86.9% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1871
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
940 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $849,000
Final Sale Price: $838,288
Difference: $10,712 (-1.3%)
Performance Metrics
98.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $903
Sale $/sq ft: $892
This property sold for $892 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.3% 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 38 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$892/sq ft
Area Average
$415/sq ft
Difference
+114.8%

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 1871
Living Area 940 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling None
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle, Slate
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof

Parking

Features Off Street
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $4,471
Assessed Value $704,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1871
Effective Year (Renovated): 1987
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Slate
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

35 Bigelow St # 5, 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.2 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
0.4 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
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.1 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
3.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John M Tobin School
0.2 mi | #137 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.5 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
0.7 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
0.9 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
2.0 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
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.4 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.0 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

1.3%
Price Range
19
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jul 11, 2025
$838,288
Property sold
Days on Market: 19
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Listed for Sale
May 29, 2025
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: Team Patti Brainard Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 29, 2025 New Listing Added $849,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$892

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,471 $704,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,471
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$425
Monthly
Assessed Value
$704,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Team Patti Brainard
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM309187
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Jul 11, 2025 4:23 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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