FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
55 Magazine St. # 28, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
$533,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$549,000
Final Sale Price:
$533,000
Difference:
$16,000 (-2.9%)
Performance Metrics
97.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
64
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,120
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,088
This property sold for $1,088 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.9% below the original asking price.
The property spent 64 days on market before selling.
About this home
***The Kensington***, a sought after stunning 6-story brick building with elevator and beautiful period details in the heart of Cambridgeport, between Central Square, Dana Square Park, and the Charles River and just minutes from MIT, Harvard, and downtown Boston. This charming 1BR/1BA unit is located on the 2nd floor and features high ceilings, crown moldings, recessed lights, living room/dining area, modern cherry kitchen with marble countertops and stainless steal appliances, modern bathroom with a soak tub and basket weave marble flooring, generously sized bedroom, maple hardwood floors throughout, and washer/dryer hook ups. Private storage, bike room and common laundry in the basement. Transportation is in abundance with easy access to the MBTA Red Line and the Mass Pike.***The condo is virtually staged***
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Property History
Market Insights
6.7%
Price Range
65
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Sep 10, 2026
$533,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 65
Pending Sale
Aug 22, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Back On Market
Jun 30, 2026
Active
Status: Active under contract
Jun 26, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Listed for Sale
Jun 18, 2026
$549,000
Original listing
Agent: Olga Perelman
Office: Olga Perelman
Listed for Sale
Jun 18, 2026
$549,000
Original listing
Agent: Olga Perelman
Office: Olga Perelman
Previous Transaction - MLS #72608468
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Apr 8, 2020
$571,000
MLS #72608468
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2026 | ✓ Sold | $533,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 08/22/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/30/2026 | • Back On Market | - | - | - | Active |
| 06/26/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 06/18/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $549,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 06/18/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $549,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/08/2020 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $571,000 | - | - | MLS #72608468 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,551 | $559,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,551
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$311
Monthly
Assessed Value
$559,200
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1890
Living Area
490 sq ft
Stories
1
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
Tile, Marble, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
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
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,551
Assessed Value
$559,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$311 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
$300 Move In/out Fee
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
28
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
65 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
490 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
490 sq ft above grade
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Marble
LevelMain,Second
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Room Markers
KKitchen (1)
BABathroom (2)
LLiving (1)
BRBedroom (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:
Tile, Marble, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1890
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling:
None
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
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
3 schools
A
Amigos School
< 0.1 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
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.4 mi
|
#16 of 825
|
Score: 65.4
Improved 27 spots from last year
+7.2 above state avg
401 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.5 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
Middle Schools
3 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.4 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
1.0 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
1.2 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
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.3 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.2 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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55 Magazine St. # 28, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Olga Perelman
Listing Office
Olga Perelman
Office Phone
617-947-6542
Agent MLS ID
BB302341
Office MLS ID
AC1428
Listing Data Updated
Sep 11, 2026 12:41 AM EDT
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