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5 Lamson Place # 1, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Central Square
$470,550
Est. $2,992/month
1
Baths
474
Sq Ft
$993
Price/Sq Ft
1873
Year Built
61
Days on Market
Closed Listed Nov 1, 2024 • MLS# 73308582 Copied!

About this home

This has to be the most charming unit one could hope to find, tucked down a private way off of Essex Street, just a couple blocks from Central Sq. This home features Mexican tile in the living room, beautiful wide pine flooring in the kitchen, in-unit laundry, an updated bathroom and off-street deeded parking. Tons of fabulous built-ins, exposed brick walls, bead board and beamed ceilings, southern exposure and full windows. Though not a "true bedroom", the sleeping alcove, which fits a queen bed, is all you'll need. While only 474 sq ft, this unit is exceptionally well laid out and feels so much larger. Small association with both of the other units owner-occupied. This is the very best mix of charm and location!!!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BROWN, WARREN R. & REBECCA G. PONTIKES
Mailing Address 5 LAMSON PL. UNIT#2, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style TWO-FLOORS

Tax Information

Assessed Value $868,100
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,087
CPA Surcharge 3% ($135)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,222

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $868,100 $868,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Feb 4, 2025 $470,550 83743/0140
Aug 8, 2018 $100 71444/0135
Nov 9, 2009 $497,000 53807/0046
Jan 23, 2004 $829,000 41848/0067

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_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1873
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
474 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $499,000
Final Sale Price: $470,550
Difference: $28,450 (-5.7%)
Performance Metrics
94.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
61
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,053
Sale $/sq ft: $993
This property sold for $993 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.7% below the original asking price.

The property spent 61 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 37 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$993/sq ft
Area Average
$416/sq ft
Difference
+138.4%

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 1873
Living Area 474 sq ft
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Other
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $2,673
Assessed Value $451,500

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1873
Effective Year (Renovated): 2004
Structure Type: Rowhouse, 2/3 Family, Brownstone
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Other
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded

Location

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Neighborhood

Central Square

5 Lamson Place # 1, 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
< 0.1 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
0.5 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
Shady Hill School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.1 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.
2.9 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Cambridgeport School
0.2 mi | #212 of 824 | Score: 54.3
Improved 94 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
263 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.2 mi
Grades 01-06
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.6 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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.6 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
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.8 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.2 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
NuVu Innovation School
0.3 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.8 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

3.8%
Price Range
63
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Feb 4, 2025
$470,550
Property sold
Days on Market: 63
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Listed for Sale
Nov 1, 2024
$489,000
Original listing
Agent: David Cahill Office: Century 21 Cityside

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Nov 1, 2024 New Listing Added $489,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
61 days
Price per Sq Ft
$993

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $2,673 $451,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,673
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$190
Monthly
Assessed Value
$451,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent David Cahill
Listing Office Century 21 Cityside
Agent MLS ID BB803079
Office MLS ID BB6400
Listing Data Updated Feb 5, 2025 2:04 PM EST
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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