55 Magazine St # 28, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
$571,000
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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.
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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Property History
Market Insights
6.7%
Price Range
39
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Previous Transaction - MLS #73538029
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Sep 10, 2026
$533,000
MLS #73538029
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
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2026 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $533,000 | - | - | MLS #73538029 |
| 04/08/2020 | ✓ Sold | $571,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 01/16/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $559,500 | - | - | Original listing |
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
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
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. Vacant! Previous Rent Was $2500. Tenants Are Lined Up To Rent For New Investor. Entire Unit Freshly Painted And Looks Stunning. 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
28
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
39 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
490 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
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:
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
3 schools
A
Amigos School
< 0.1 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
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.4 mi
|
#16 of 825
|
Score: 65.4
Improved 27 spots from last year
+7.2 above state avg
401 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
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
Middle Schools
3 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.4 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
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.0 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
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.2 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
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
|
#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
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55 Magazine St # 28, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Michael Gorenstein
Listing Office
Advantage Realty
Office Phone
617-714-4000
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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