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280 River St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139 • Cambridgeport
$940,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$879,000
Final Sale Price:
$940,000
Difference:
+$61,000 (+6.9%)
Performance Metrics
106.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$846
Sale $/sq ft:
$905
This property sold for $905 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 6.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Rare to market at this Cambridgeport neighborhood of townhouses. A 2006 built, 2 BR/1.5 BA multi level home in immaculate condition with garage parking. Featuring an open floor plan with warm cherry cabinets, granite counter tops, hardwood floors throughout, a bonus study / office on ground level with direct access to a private, fenced in patio. Upgraded lighting with state of the art switches, Nest thermostats, keypad door lock and Ring doorbell. Newer Navien wall mounted instant hot water tank, in-unit washer / dryer, a whole house water filter, and additional storage also located on ground level. In addition, a very low condo fee and attached garage rounds out the amenities of this townhouse. Short distance to Whole Foods, Trader Joe's and all the attractions and the Red Line at Central Square.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73551282
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 17, 2026
$4,500
MLS #73551282 - Active
Sold
Mar 26, 2020
$940,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
Listed for Sale
Mar 5, 2020
$879,000
Original listing
Agent: Shu Ngon Chau
Office: Tai Tung Realty, Inc.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $4,500 | - | - | MLS #73551282 - Active |
| 03/26/2020 | ✓ Sold | $940,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/05/2020 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $879,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $4,575 | $770,200 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,575
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$167
Monthly
Assessed Value
$770,200
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2006
Living Area
1,039 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Cooling
Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Flooring
Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
First Floor, In Unit
Features
Internet Available - Broadband
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
110 Volts, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public, Individual Meter
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Gas Oven
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,575
Assessed Value
$770,200
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$167 Monthly
Fee Includes
Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
6
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
Master Deed (1)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
15 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2006
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,039 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
3
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
LevelThird
LevelThird
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
LevelSecond
FeaturesNo
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:
Wood, Vinyl, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
N
Laundry:
First Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2006
Structure Type:
Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stories:
3
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public, Individual Meter
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Storage
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
0.2 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
0.7 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
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.3 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
Fayerweather Street School
2.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.9 mi
Grades 01-12
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.3 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
1.1 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.3 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
1.3 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
1.4 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
2.2 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
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.5 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
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Neighborhood
Cambridgeport
280 River St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Shu Ngon Chau
Listing Office
Tai Tung Realty, Inc.
Office Phone
617-308-3882
Agent MLS ID
BB901191
Office MLS ID
BB4930
Listing Data Updated
Mar 27, 2020 3:05 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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