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49 Sargent Street, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140
$1,250,000
Est. $6,811/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,746
Sq Ft
$716
Price/Sq Ft
0.11
Acres
1861
Year Built
21
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 20, 2021 • MLS# 72817402 Copied!

About this home

A true oasis in Cambridge! Rare to market single-family home in a wonderful residential neighborhood convenient to Harvard, Porter, and Davis Squares, Red Line T, Danehy Park, bike path, restaurants & shopping. This charming, sun-filled and well-maintained 3+ bedroom home offers a flexible floor plan with options for both shared space and privacy throughout, large open LR/DR, fireplace, Eat-in kitchen, HW floors, private study, Central AC, enclosed & heated sunroom porch, and garage with ample driveway parking. Outside, a large brick patio surrounds a magnificent Japanese maple tree overlooking an expansive yard with mature plantings. This rare nature-filled setting provides a perfect venue for relaxing outdoors, while offering beautiful seasonal views from inside this lovely home.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner THOMPSON RICHARD L III
Mailing Address 49 SARGENT ST, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02140

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning B
Style CONVENTIONAL

Tax Information

Assessed Value $2,466,100
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $14,451
CPA Surcharge 3% ($416)
Estimated Annual Tax $14,867

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $563,300 $1,902,800 $2,466,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 18, 2021 $1,250,000 78049/0169

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_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Apr 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1861
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,746 sq ft
Total Rooms
8

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,350,000
Final Sale Price: $1,250,000
Difference: $100,000 (-7.4%)
Performance Metrics
92.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
21
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $773
Sale $/sq ft: $716
This property sold for $716 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.4% below the original asking price.

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

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 5 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$716/sq ft
Area Average
$508/sq ft
Difference
+41.0%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1861
Living Area 1,746 sq ft
Lot Size 0.11 acres
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Gas Water Heater
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Full, Walk-out Access
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem
Total Spaces 5

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $3,482
Assessed Value $1,006,500

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1861
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Patio & Porch: Porch - Enclosed, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Tandem

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails

Location

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Neighborhood

49 Sargent Street, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140

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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
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
< 0.1 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
Cambridge Friends School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
0.8 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.3 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
2.3 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
B+
Peabody School
0.2 mi | #278 of 824 | Score: 51.4
Improved 84 spots from last year
-6.8 below state avg
314 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.2 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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
2.0 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
2.5 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
2.8 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
2.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.5 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.9 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

65.7%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73497812
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Currently Listed
Apr 8, 2026
$3,600,000
MLS #73497812 - Active
Sold
Jun 17, 2021
$1,250,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
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Listed for Sale
Apr 20, 2021
$1,235,000
Original listing
Agent: Joanna Kirylo Office: Griffin Properties, Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 9, 2026 Sold $3,600,000
Apr 20, 2021 New Listing Added $1,235,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
21 days
Price per Sq Ft
$716

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $3,482 $1,006,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,482
Tax Year 2021
Assessed Value
$1,006,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Joanna Kirylo
Listing Office Griffin Properties, Inc.
Agent MLS ID BB806949
Office MLS ID NB9303
Listing Data Updated Jun 19, 2021 8:41 AM 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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