42 Valentine St, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Cambridgeport
$1,525,000
Est. $8,117/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,011
Sq Ft
$1,508
Price/Sq Ft
0.04
Acres
1976
Year Built
Single Family Residence
Type
4
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73364529

About this home

This charming single family home, designed by Bell & Fandetti Architects, is an oasis in the heart of Cambridgeport with a lovely deck and a deeded parking space. The home features an abundance of natural sunlight with numerous large south facing windows and magnificent vaulted ceilings. The open concept first floor provides a comfortable atmosphere perfect for relaxing weekends. The lovely deck offers a perfect place to relax outdoors and read a book or enjoy dinner with friends. The roof was replaced in 2019 and a new furnace was installed in 2022. This well cared for home in a quiet location is conveniently located close to the Charles Rives, Central Square, Harvard Square, the Red Line, and more! Open houses Saturday and Sunday 12:00 - 1:30.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,349,000
Final Sale Price: $1,525,000
Difference: +$176,000 (+13.0%)
Performance Metrics
113.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,334
Sale $/sq ft: $1,508
This property sold for $1,508 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 13.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1976
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,011 sq ft
Total Rooms
6

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Colonial
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features
Deck - Wood
Patio/Porch Features
Deck - Wood
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.04 acres
Lot Size
1,623 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0400
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
1
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Deeded

Utilities & Systems

Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

HOA
No
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$7,584
Tax Year
2025
Tax Assessed Value
$1,194,300
Parcel Number
M:00094 L:00192,404003
Zoning
C-1

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
Yes

Location

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Neighborhood

Cambridgeport

42 Valentine St, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $632
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

11.5%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jun 2, 2025
$1,525,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
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Listed for Sale
Apr 24, 2025
$1,349,000
Original listing
Agent: Kate Duggan Office: Bostonia Properties

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 24, 2025 New Listing Added $1,349,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
4 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,508

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $7,584 $1,194,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$7,584
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,194,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kate Duggan
Listing Office Bostonia Properties
Agent MLS ID BB801115
Office MLS ID AN1006

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