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79 Dana St # 3, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$550,000
Est. $3,419/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
954
Sq Ft
$577
Price/Sq Ft
1930
Year Built
47
Days on Market
Closed Listed Dec 3, 2024 • MLS# 73316931 Copied!

About this home

**Attention Developers and Contractors!** Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to transform a charming Victorian condo in one of Cambridge’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Perfectly positioned within walking distance of Harvard Square, Inman Square, and Central Square, this property offers unparalleled convenience and access to vibrant city life. Whether you’re an investor seeking a promising project or an owner-occupant ready to create your dream home, this rarely available location provides endless potential.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner PAP, DAVID A.
Mailing Address 79 DANA ST UNIT 3, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style FLAT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $591,300
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $3,465
CPA Surcharge 3% ($86)
Estimated Annual Tax $3,551

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $591,300 $591,300

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 11, 2025 $10 84344/0183
Feb 13, 2025 $550,000 83765/0594
Oct 30, 2024 $475,000 83412/0565
Jul 30, 2021 $960,000 78371/0406

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 Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
954 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $599,900
Final Sale Price: $550,000
Difference: $49,900 (-8.3%)
Performance Metrics
91.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
47
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $629
Sale $/sq ft: $577
This property sold for $577 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.3% below the original asking price.

The property spent 47 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 31 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$577/sq ft
Area Average
$418/sq ft
Difference
+37.9%

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 1930
Living Area 954 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Forced Air, None, Other
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $3,854
Assessed Value $651,000

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Basement: Y
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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1930
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
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Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, None, Other
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

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Location

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Neighborhood

79 Dana St # 3, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.6 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
A
Amigos School
0.8 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.8 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.
2.3 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John M Tobin School
0.3 mi | #137 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.6 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
0.8 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
1.1 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
1.6 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
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.8 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

5.2%
Price Range
49
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Feb 14, 2025
$550,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 49
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Listed for Sale
Dec 3, 2024
$579,900
Original listing
Agent: Homexe Team Office: Cameron Prestige, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Dec 3, 2024 New Listing Added $579,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
47 days
Price per Sq Ft
$577

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $3,854 $651,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,854
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$350
Quarterly
Assessed Value
$651,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Homexe Team
Listing Office Cameron Prestige, LLC
Agent MLS ID TM348774
Office MLS ID AN4281
Listing Data Updated Mar 3, 2025 6:23 AM EST
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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