55 Magazine St # 17, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
$540,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$499,750
Final Sale Price:
$540,000
Difference:
+$40,250 (+8.1%)
Performance Metrics
108.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
41
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,091
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,179
This property sold for $1,179 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 8.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
The property spent 41 days on market before selling.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 49 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$1,179/sq ft
Area Average
$223/sq ft
Difference
+429.4%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Located in the Kensington, this super charming one bedroom is one block from Dana park and a five minute walk to Central Square. Luxury renovations include fully equipped kitchen with granite and stainless steel appliances. High ceilings, beautiful trim, hardwood oak floors, marble tiled bathroom with tub, laundry hook-ups in unit, recessed lighting and much more! This unit includes a private storage room in the basement. Bicycle storage and common laundry facilities are in the building. This is a rare find!
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Property History
Market Insights
99.4%
Price Range
31
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73559140
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Aug 4, 2026
$3,200
MLS #73559140 - Active
Sold
Apr 8, 2020
$540,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 31
Listed for Sale
Jan 16, 2020
$499,750
Original listing
Agent: Michael Gorenstein
Office: Advantage Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $3,200 | - | - | MLS #73559140 - Active |
| 04/08/2020 | ✓ Sold | $540,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/16/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $499,750 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $2,302 | $0 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,302
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$216
Monthly
Assessed Value
$0
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
458 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Steam
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Building, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick, Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden, Professional Landscaping
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,302
Assessed Value
0.00
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$216 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Broker Owned. Tenants Have Lease Through August 31st But Are Willing To Move For Owner Occupants. Very Nice Rent At $2350 Per Month. Pet Friendly Building! Non Smoking Building. Six Units Available As A Package Deal To Potential Investors!
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
17
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
31 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
458 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Building, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick, Stone
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Fenced
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
10 schools
A
Amigos School
< 0.1 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
0.5 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
Shady Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.4 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.0 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.4 mi
|
#22 of 824
|
Score: 64.5
Improved 21 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
340 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.2 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.4 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
1.1 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
1.2 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.3 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
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
|
#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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55 Magazine St # 17, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Office
Advantage Realty
Office Phone
617-714-4000
Agent MLS ID
BB922808
Office MLS ID
BB3204
Listing Data Updated
Apr 14, 2020 12:28 AM 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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