281 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Cambridge MA 02141
Cambridge, MA 02141 • Kendall Square
$1,925,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,899,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,925,000
Difference:
+$26,000 (+1.4%)
Performance Metrics
101.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$468
Sale $/sq ft:
$474
This property sold for $474 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 15 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$474/sq ft
Area Median
$782/sq ft
Difference
39.4%
This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.
About this home
A stone's throw from Kendall Sq.! This multifamily home has been well maintained and occupied by the same family for many decades. Unit #1 includes finished basement area with bath and common laundry. Unit 2 & 3 are almost identical layouts with 2 plus bedrooms. All utilities are separate and each unit had AC splits installed approx. 4 yrs ago. The spacious garage has storage inside, as well as loft style space above with a separate entrance and was used as a workshop area. There are 4 off street parking spaces on Vandine and an additional space used in the front on Cardinal Medeiros. Group showings will be held on 12/12 11:30-1, 12/13 12-1:30 and 12/14 11:30-1pm.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
26.8%
Price Range
16
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73590354
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Oct 14, 2026
$2,595,000
MLS #73590354 - Active
Sold
Mar 2, 2020
$1,925,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 16
Listed for Sale
Dec 10, 2019
$1,899,000
Original listing
Agent: Colleen Sleeper
Office: Senne Residential
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $2,595,000 | - | - | MLS #73590354 - Active |
| 03/02/2020 | ✓ Sold | $1,925,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 12/10/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,899,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $7,760 | $1,313,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$7,760
Tax Year 2020
Assessed Value
$1,313,200
Facts & Features
2 Car Garage
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
3 Family
Year Built
1894
Living Area
4,058 sq ft
Lot Size
0.06 acres
Bedrooms
7
Full Baths
4
Total Rooms
17
Investment Metrics
Units
3
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Unit 3 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced/enclosed, Fenced
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces
6
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$7,760
Assessed Value
$1,313,200
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Exclusions
Some Appliances May Be Taken By Owner
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
includes partially finished basement
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
16 days
Property Overview
Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1894
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
4,058 sq ft
Total Rooms
17
Stories
4
Levels
4
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished, Interior Entry
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1894
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Other
Stories:
4
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Corner Lot
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
6
Parking Features:
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
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
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
A
Amigos School
1.0 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
St. Peter Elementary School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.7 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.
3.2 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.6 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
King Open School
0.2 mi
|
#473 of 825
|
Score: 45.4
Dropped 152 spots from last year
-12.8 below state avg
437 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.6 mi
Grades 01-06
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.2 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
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.2 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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.2 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.5 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
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.3 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
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Kendall Square
281 Cardinal Medeiros Ave, Cambridge MA 02141
Cambridge, MA 02141
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Colleen Sleeper
Agent MLS ID
BB801285
Office MLS ID
AN3737
Listing Data Updated
Mar 9, 2020 5:11 PM EDT
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