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169 Monsignor Obrien Hwy # 513, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141 • East Cambridge
$439,000
Est. $3,001/month
1
Baths
531
Sq Ft
$827
Price/Sq Ft
1930
Year Built
62
Days on Market
Closed Listed Dec 21, 2018 • MLS# 72434261 Copied!

About this home

The perfect bachelor or bachelorette pad! A super investment! Set on the 5th floor of the Glass Factory building, this front-facing studio is bathed in natural light and has sweeping city views. Featuring an applianced kitchenette, full bath, in-unit laundry and extra-large closet, this condo has everything you need for a clutter-free, maintenance free lifestyle! Steps from Lechmere T-stop! The building features a fitness center, business center and media room. Galleria Mall, MGH, the Museum of Science, a plethora of restaurants on your doorstep! Garage parking can be purchased for an additional cost - please inquire for more details. Don't miss this opportunity!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ARMAS, KROGEN R. CARRENO
Mailing Address 169 MONSIGNOR OBRIEN HWY, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02141

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $538,900
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $3,158
CPA Surcharge 3% ($77)
Estimated Annual Tax $3,235

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $538,900 $538,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 30, 2025 $605,000 84301/0344
Apr 10, 2025 $1 83952/0439
Dec 2, 2024 $1 83531/0569
Nov 19, 2024 $510,000 83487/0495
Feb 21, 2024 $540,000 82498/0382
Nov 8, 2023 $899,000 82191/0377
Sep 5, 2023 $725,000 81963/0456
Jun 15, 2023 $449,000 81657/0197
Jun 2, 2023 $820,000 81609/0377
May 18, 2023 $925,000 81547/0175

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Jul 28, 2024 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
tub to shower converion in 6th floor condo unit, new vanity, lav, flooring, light bar & fan
By Bay State Bath
Permit #qu2z-8suj:281213
Closed $32,694
May 5, 2024 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
tub to shower converion in condo unit
By Bylo Holdings dba Bay State Bath
Permit #qu2z-8suj:268679
Open $17,490
Data: City of Cambridge Open Data (data.cambridgema.gov)

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 Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1930
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
531 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $449,000
Final Sale Price: $439,000
Difference: $10,000 (-2.2%)
Performance Metrics
97.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
62
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $846
Sale $/sq ft: $827
This property sold for $827 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 62 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$827/sq ft
Area Average
$148/sq ft
Difference
+460.1%

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

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1930
Living Area 531 sq ft
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Building, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
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 Range

Financial

Annual Tax $2,477
Assessed Value $393,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Building, In Unit
Security: Intercom, Doorman, Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1930
Effective Year (Renovated): 2005
Structure Type: High-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
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:

Location

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Neighborhood

East Cambridge

169 Monsignor Obrien Hwy # 513, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141

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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
1.2 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
1.7 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
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
2.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
3.0 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
3.1 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
Shady Hill School
3.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
4.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
King Open School
0.7 mi | #500 of 824 | Score: 44.7
Dropped 179 spots from last year
-13.5 below state avg
391 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
2.2 mi
Grades 01-06
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.5 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
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.7 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
1.9 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.9 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
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.5 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
NuVu Innovation School
1.3 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
1.5 mi
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Market Insights

64
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Mar 11, 2019
$439,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 64
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Listed for Sale
Dec 21, 2018
$439,000
Original listing
Agent: CG Properties Team Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 4, 2026 Sold $519,000
Dec 21, 2018 New Listing Added $439,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
62 days
Price per Sq Ft
$827

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $2,477 $393,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,477
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$375
Monthly
Assessed Value
$393,800

Listing Information

Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Agent MLS ID TM315127
Office MLS ID BB5474
Listing Data Updated Mar 18, 2019 3:41 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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