102 River Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
$641,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$585,000
Final Sale Price:
$641,000
Difference:
+$56,000 (+9.6%)
Performance Metrics
109.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$608
Sale $/sq ft:
$666
This property sold for $666 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 9.6% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
This is an urban oasis about as close as you can get to Central Square! Nestled on a street corner just a few short blocks from the Red Line, this one bedroom duplex is a rare find. Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods are convenient, and trendy restaurants like Central Kitchen, Craigie on Main and Cuchi Cuchi, add fun and vibrancy to this incredible neighborhood. With Harvard and MIT nearby, and Boston just over the bridge, this is an ideal location! Soaring 9.5 foot ceilings and tall windows greet you along with sleek hardwood floors. The dining area boasts a brick hearth gas fireplace. Cook to your heart's content in this sophisticated and fully applianced kitchen, which boasts beautiful wood cabinetry, black granite counters and sleek stainless steel appliances. There is gas cooking, ample storage and a breakfast bar. The master suite on the lower level has a large closet and marble bath. The large private deck rounds out this superb offering. Pet friendly. In unit laundry, extra storage.
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Property History
Market Insights
20.4%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73553361
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 22, 2026
$735,000
MLS #73553361 - Active
Sold
Aug 2, 2017
$641,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
Listed for Sale
Jul 6, 2017
$585,000
Original listing
Agent: Jennifer Gelfand
Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $735,000 | - | - | MLS #73553361 - Active |
| 08/02/2017 | ✓ Sold | $641,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/06/2017 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $585,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $3,134 | $471,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,134
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$90
Monthly
Assessed Value
$471,800
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1861
Living Area
962 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Wood, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,134
Assessed Value
$471,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$90 Monthly
Fee Includes
Electricity, Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
1
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Detached"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Unit Floor Plan
Sq Ft Disclosures
2nd amendment to the Master Deed in documents section
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
6 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1861
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
962 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
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:
Wood, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1861
Structure Type:
Detached
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
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
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
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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.0 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
3.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.3 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
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.3 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
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
Farr Academy School
0.2 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.4 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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Neighborhood
102 River Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Jennifer Gelfand
Listing Office
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Office Phone
617-542-0012
Agent MLS ID
BB800178
Office MLS ID
BB5522
Listing Data Updated
Aug 2, 2017 11:45 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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