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87 Bristol Street # 3C, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Kendall Square
$585,000
Est. $3,413/month
1
Baths
597
Sq Ft
$980
Price/Sq Ft
1990
Year Built
9
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 27, 2025 • MLS# 73380582 Copied!

About this home

A brilliant combination of exceptional convenience and a vibrant urban lifestyle is made possible by this bright and efficient studio condominium with high ceilings and windows galore. Set back from the street and located just 4 blocks from Kendall Square, Cambridge’s thriving hub for innovation + life sciences. The open plan seamlessly blends function and convenience and offers plenty of space for lounging, eating and cooking. Amenities include in-unit laundry, assigned parking, and a serene common garden area to enjoy a quiet afternoon with a book, grilling a meal, or giving your green thumb a try. Broadband internet is included in the HOA fees. Close to MIT, Kendall Square, Inman Square, Central, the Red Line, and more. Walk Score® of 96 - a “Walker’s Paradise” and a Bike Score® of 99 - a “Biker’s Paradise”!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner DELEON, PAMELA PONCE, TRS
Mailing Address 87 BRISTOL ST UNIT 3C, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $534,000
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $3,129
CPA Surcharge 3% ($76)
Estimated Annual Tax $3,206

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $534,000 $534,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 2, 2025 $585,000 84317/0063
Mar 5, 2023 $100 81658/0232
Nov 16, 2020 $745,000 76180/0591
Jun 28, 2013 $482,000 62137/0162
May 1, 2013 $350,000 61721/0539
Apr 29, 2009 $10 52660/0465
Aug 18, 2008 $342,500 51584/0110
Dec 18, 2002 $280,000 37403/0624
Jan 1, 1998 $1,295,000 00000/0000
Jan 23, 1995 $85,500 25139/0242

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
1990
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
597 sq ft
Total Rooms
1
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $548,000
Final Sale Price: $585,000
Difference: +$37,000 (+6.8%)
Performance Metrics
106.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $918
Sale $/sq ft: $980
This property sold for $980 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 9 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 23 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$980/sq ft
Area Average
$333/sq ft
Difference
+194.1%

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 1990
Living Area 597 sq ft
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 1

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Features Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street, Guest, Stone/gravel, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $324
Assessed Value $510,000

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Security: Other

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1990
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Guest, Stone/Gravel, Exclusive Parking

Location

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Neighborhood

Kendall Square

87 Bristol Street # 3C, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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
0.3 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
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.5 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.
3.1 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.5 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
< 0.1 mi | #7 of 12 | Score: 42.1
Improved 616 spots from last year
-16.1 below state avg
249 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.5 mi
Grades 01-06
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.3 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
0.4 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-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.0 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.4 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
NuVu Innovation School
0.5 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.5 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
Farr Academy School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
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Property History

Market Insights

6.3%
Price Range
10
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Jul 2, 2025
$585,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 10
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Listed for Sale
May 27, 2025
$548,000
Original listing
Agent: Lauren Holleran Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 27, 2025 New Listing Added $548,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
9 days
Price per Sq Ft
$980

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $324 $510,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$324
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$228
Monthly
Assessed Value
$510,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lauren Holleran Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM331830
Office MLS ID AN2064
Listing Data Updated Jul 3, 2025 10:46 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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