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86 Buckingham St # 4, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$800,000
Est. $5,410/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,460
Sq Ft
$548
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
98
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 21, 2024 • MLS# 73215374 Copied!

About this home

Bright Sun-filled Garden Condominium located on Observatory Hill, close to Harvard Square and Huron Village. Adjacent to lovely residential neighborhood, this 1,460 sq. ft., six room condo consists of a large foyer, living room, dining room, updated galley kitchen w/ss appliances, 3 bedrooms, full bath, plenty of closet storage space and a separate private entrance. Common patio and yard. Enjoy all Cambridge has to offer with several renowned universities, cultural historic sites, museums, community social events, restaurants, outdoor activities at the Charles River Reserve and much more. Great commuter location with public transportation including MBTA bus lines, MBTA Red Line Station at Harvard Square and easy access to major highway routes to all of metro Boston. Leased parking may be available.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SMITH, SUSAN JANE
Mailing Address 56 CONCORD AVE APT 26, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138-2344

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $517,900
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $3,035
CPA Surcharge 3% ($73)
Estimated Annual Tax $3,108

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $517,900 $517,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 19, 2024 $800,000 83143/0507
Oct 23, 2023 $1 82125/0097
Sep 30, 2021 $690,000 78813/0343
Jul 9, 2021 $891,000 78215/0164
Mar 30, 2021 $899,000 77377/0539
Dec 1, 2020 $1 76307/0179
Nov 3, 2020 $1 76075/0567
Sep 26, 2018 $100 71668/0291
Apr 25, 2018 $100 70916/0061
Nov 25, 2015 $540,000 66436/0261
Jun 16, 2015 $850,000 65549/0457
May 29, 2015 $590,000 65446/0027
Jun 24, 2014 $490,000 63799/0268
Aug 8, 2013 $1 62413/0437
Aug 1, 2013 $438,000 62375/0134
Oct 27, 2011 $365,000 57730/0467
Sep 13, 2011 $355,500 57437/0026
Dec 28, 2010 $342,500 56165/0097
Jun 16, 2004 $366,500 43062/0111
Apr 16, 2004 $372,000 42527/0272
Apr 30, 2003 $388,300 39002/0108
Jul 20, 1999 $225,000 30442/0485
Jul 22, 1997 $152,000 27500/0256
Apr 19, 1995 $112,500 25292/0508
Jul 8, 1993 $82,000 23390/0110
May 31, 1991 $87,000 21189/0361
Sep 9, 1985 $105,000 28533/0379
Sep 18, 1984 $20,000 15788/0218
Nov 12, 1982 $31,000 33591/0508

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: geocode_proximity (84.4% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,460 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $925,000
Final Sale Price: $800,000
Difference: $125,000 (-13.5%)
Performance Metrics
86.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
98
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $634
Sale $/sq ft: $548
This property sold for $548 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 13.5% below the original asking price.

At 98 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 14 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$548/sq ft
Area Average
$272/sq ft
Difference
+101.8%

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 1920
Living Area 1,460 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Central, Baseboard, Unit Control
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry First Floor
Features Closet, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $5,196
Assessed Value $855,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Closet, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Effective Year (Renovated): 1981
Structure Type: Garden, Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Baseboard, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Location

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Neighborhood

86 Buckingham St # 4, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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Nearby Schools

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $433
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $732/mo
PMI (if <20% down) $0

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Payment Over Time

Interest
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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

2.3%
Price Range
100
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 19, 2024
$800,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 100
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Listed for Sale
Mar 21, 2024
$819,000
Original listing
Agent: Gina Brennan Office: C. Brendan Noonan & Co.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 21, 2024 New Listing Added $819,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
98 days
Price per Sq Ft
$548

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $5,196 $855,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,196
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$732
Monthly
Assessed Value
$855,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Gina Brennan
Listing Office C. Brendan Noonan & Co.
Agent MLS ID BB800692
Office MLS ID BB2134
Listing Data Updated Aug 22, 2024 10:26 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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