35 Essex St # 1, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
$4,650/mo
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$5,000
Final Sale Price:
$4,650
Difference:
$350 (-7.0%)
Performance Metrics
93.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
80
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$4
Sale $/sq ft:
$4
This property sold for $4 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 7.0% below the original asking price.
The property spent 80 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$4/sq ft
Area Median
$4/sq ft
Difference
+2.0%
This property sold slightly above the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Live in one of Cambridge's most coveted neighborhoods, just a 3 minute walk to Central Square and perfectly situated between MIT and Harvard. This well maintained 3 bedroom, 1 bath home offers unbeatable access to the Red Line MBTA station, multiple bus routes, and an easy commute to Longwood. Occupying the expansive first floor of a well maintained building, this residence exudes classic charm with soaring ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, and three generously proportioned bedrooms. The renovated eat-in kitchen blends style and function, featuring new countertops, a professional grade gourmet faucet, a new dishwasher, and an adjoining bonus room ideal for a walk-in pantry or private storage. Residents enjoy the convenience of complimentary in unit on-site laundry and an incredibly convenient location. Whole Foods is one block away, H Mart is two blocks away, and an array of acclaimed restaurants, cafés, bars, breweries, boutiques, and fitness studios surround you.
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
5%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
May 26, 2026
$4,750
$150
(-3.06%)
From $4,900 to $4,750 (-3.1%)
Price Reduced
May 10, 2026
$4,900
$100
(-2%)
From $5,000 to $4,900 (-2.0%)
Listed for Rent
Apr 9, 2026
$5,000
Original listing
Agent: David Yang
Office: Boston Luxury Real Estate, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/26/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $4,750 | $150 | - | From $4,900 to $4,750 (-3.1%) |
| 05/10/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $4,900 | $100 | - | From $5,000 to $4,900 (-2.0%) |
| 04/09/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $5,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Living Area
1,200 sq ft
Lot Size
9,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water
Security Deposit
$4,750
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
82 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
Leased
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,200 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,200 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
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Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
< 0.1 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
0.4 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
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.3 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.
2.9 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Cambridgeport School
0.3 mi
|
#217 of 825
|
Score: 53.9
Improved 89 spots from last year
-4.3 below state avg
256 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.2 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.6 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
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.6 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
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.8 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.2 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
NuVu Innovation School
0.2 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.9 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
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35 Essex St # 1, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
David Yang
Listing Office
Boston Luxury Real Estate, LLC
Office Phone
617-475-0139
Agent MLS ID
CN214165
Office MLS ID
AN2823
Listing Data Updated
Jun 29, 2026 6:45 PM EDT
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