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278 Huron Avenue # 2, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$1,435,000
Est. $8,223/month
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,128
Sq Ft
$674
Price/Sq Ft
1922
Year Built
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 17, 2018 • MLS# 72271495 Copied!

About this home

Huron Village gem gut renovated in 2007, this upper duplex features dramatic & airy living space accentuated by cathedraled ceilings & plentiful windows. Private front entry leads to large living/dining room with maple floors, recessed lighting, gas fireplace, built-in bookcases & glass door leading to front balcony. The kitchen with breakfast bar peninsula boasts yards of granite countertops, generous cherry cabinetry & stainless steel appliances. There are two bedrooms & two full baths on the main living level, one with walk-in closet & en suite bath. The top floor features an open loft study & master suite with skylights, custom designed closets & tiled bath with double vanity, spa tub & walk-in shower with skylight. There is additional finished space in the basement, accessed from the exterior, great as a get-away study or home gym. The unit also enjoys an exclusive-use rear patio & 2 off-street parking spaces, including 1 garage spot, accessed from Blakeslee Street. Such a find!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner COHEN, JOSHUA & MARGO LINDAUER
Mailing Address 278 HURON AVE UNIT 1, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style TWO-FLOORS

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,493,400
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $8,751
CPA Surcharge 3% ($245)
Estimated Annual Tax $8,996

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $1,493,400 $1,493,400

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Feb 28, 2018 $1,435,000 70680/0453
Jul 15, 2014 $950,000 63920/0523
Dec 9, 2004 $100 44264/0167

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 Apr 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1922
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,128 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,435,000
Final Sale Price: $1,435,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $674
Sale $/sq ft: $674
This property sold for $674 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 6 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$674/sq ft
Area Average
$370/sq ft
Difference
+82.3%

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 Condominium
Year Built 1922
Living Area 2,128 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit
Features Balcony - Interior, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bonus Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Patio - Enclosed, Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio - Enclosed

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $5,292
Assessed Value $1,158,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Balcony - Interior, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bonus Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1922
Effective Year (Renovated): 2007
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Tandem, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails

Location

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Neighborhood

278 Huron Avenue # 2, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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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
St. Peter Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.8 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
Fayerweather Street School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.5 mi
Grades 01-12
A
Amigos School
1.9 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.0 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-
Graham and Parks School
0.6 mi | #242 of 824 | Score: 52.7
Improved 3 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
367 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.8 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
1.5 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
2.3 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
2.6 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
2.0 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.1 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.7 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

20.3%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73518112
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
May 13, 2026
$1,800,000
MLS #73518112 - Active
Sold
Feb 28, 2018
$1,435,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jan 17, 2018
$1,435,000
Original listing
Agent: Robin Kelly Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 13, 2026 Sold $1,800,000
Jan 17, 2018 New Listing Added $1,435,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
19 days
Price per Sq Ft
$674

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $5,292 $1,158,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,292
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$326
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,158,800

Listing Information

Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge
Agent MLS ID BB802364
Office MLS ID BB2438
Listing Data Updated Feb 28, 2018 1:52 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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