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55 Magazine St # 28, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$571,000
Est. $3,540/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
490
Sq Ft
$1,165
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
41
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jan 16, 2020 • MLS# 72608468 Copied!

About this home

This is truly a one-of-a-kind home here in the Kensington. The quality and detail in this one bedroom unit far surpass all others. It's kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, cherry cabinets, full-sized dishwasher, disposal and microwave. Notice the 24x24 metallic tiles! A stylish archway divides the kitchen and living rooms. The bathroom is just as decked out as the kitchen with it's over sized soaking tub, three piece chair rail and custom cut marble counter. See the detail in the floor! Gorgeous wide maple hardwood floors throughout the living room, bedroom and hall. Equipped with multiple cable and CAT-5 ethernet outlets. Laundry hook-ups in the unit. This unit is absolutely magnificent!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner MILLER, THOMAS MARSHALL
Mailing Address 55 MAGAZINE ST, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $867,600
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,084
CPA Surcharge 3% ($135)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,219

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $867,600 $867,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 31, 2024 $100 83077/0086
Jun 14, 2023 $735,000 81652/0393
Aug 31, 2022 $1,057,500 80659/0222
Jul 13, 2022 $900,000 80422/0453
May 5, 2022 $945,000 80085/0413
Apr 15, 2022 $707,600 79984/0579
Dec 21, 2017 $1 70423/0077
Dec 11, 2017 $1,125,000 70364/0453
May 23, 2016 $726,000 67299/0223
Apr 1, 2016 $580,000 67029/0515

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Aug 6, 2023 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
demo out existing bathroom and kichen. update electrical and plumbing. frame out new closet for bedroom. install sheetrock where needed.…
By NA FIANNA CONSTRUCTION CORP
Permit #qu2z-8suj:222588
Open $73,325
Jun 27, 2020 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Removal and replacement of drywall ceiling in unit 22 and unit 12 kitchen, unit 12 one wall in kitchen remove and replace. This is due to…
By Belfor Property Restoration
Permit #qu2z-8suj:76775
Open $6,500
Jun 16, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
install 3/8 blueboard over existing, install new vanity new toilet new kitchen cabinet.
By Z & R Specialty Work LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:49111
Open $72,000
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
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
490 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $559,500
Final Sale Price: $571,000
Difference: +$11,500 (+2.1%)
Performance Metrics
102.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
41
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,142
Sale $/sq ft: $1,165
This property sold for $1,165 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

The property spent 41 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
$1,165/sq ft
Area Average
$293/sq ft
Difference
+298.3%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 490 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Steam
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Building, In Unit, 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 $2,838
Assessed Value 0.00

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: In Building, In Unit, 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:

Location

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Neighborhood

55 Magazine St # 28, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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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
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
M

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
1.0 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
H

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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Property History

Market Insights

3.9%
Price Range
39
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73538029
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Currently Listed
Jun 18, 2026
$549,000
MLS #73538029 - Active
Sold
Apr 8, 2020
$571,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 39
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jan 16, 2020
$559,500
Original listing
Agent: Michael Gorenstein Office: Advantage Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 18, 2026 Sold $549,000
Jan 16, 2020 New Listing Added $559,500

Market Statistics

Days on Market
41 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,165

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $2,838 $0

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,838
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$216
Monthly
Assessed Value
$0

Listing Information

Listing Office Advantage Realty
Agent MLS ID BB922808
Office MLS ID BB3204
Listing Data Updated Apr 14, 2020 12:30 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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