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30 2nd Street, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141 • East Cambridge
$2,500,000
$2,200,000
Est. $12,236/month
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,602
Sq Ft
$846
Price/Sq Ft
0.06
Acres
1839
Year Built
4
Parking
301
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$300,000 Listed Sep 15, 2025 • MLS# 73430880 Copied! • Updated Nov 24, 2025

About this home

Welcome to the ultimate urban living experience w/ flexibility to suit your personal needs. This beautifully modernized 1840s brick townhouse combines historic details w/ flexibility to suit a variety of lifestyles. Spanning 4 levels, it features 5 spacious bedrooms, 4 full baths, a half-bath, 2 kitchens, and 4 dedicated off-street parking spaces. The two units offer versatility as a single-family home, multigenerational residence, care provider suite, live/work space, or dual investments. In vibrant East Cambridge, the home overlooks a curated garden park and is a short stroll to the Charles River’s scenic paths. The new Lechmere Green Line station, Cambridge Crossing shops, Galleria Mall, and countless restaurants are steps away. MIT, MGH, Beacon Hill, and Kendall Square’s world-class innovation and life sciences hub are all within easy reach. Quick driving access to Storrow Drive, Memorial Drive, and Route 93 further enhances convenience.

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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Sep 15, 2025
$2,200,000
Original listing
Agent: MonaLisa Team Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $10,936 $1,722,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,936
Tax Year 2025
Assessed Value
$1,722,200

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1839
Living Area 2,602 sq ft
Lot Size 0.06 acres
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 10

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop
Fireplace Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Fireplaces 3
Basement None
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/granite/solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living/dining Rm Combo

Exterior

Construction Frame, Brick
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle
Features Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered Patio/deck, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered
Features Paved Drive, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces 4
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Range, For Gas Oven, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $10,936
Assessed Value $1,722,200
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Seller Disclosures This Home Is Legally 2 Condominiums That Are Connected Via An Internal Staircase From The Unit 1 Kitchen.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Unit 1608 SF, Unit 2994 SF per master deed
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 70 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1839
Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,602 sq ft
Total Rooms
10

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
3.75 x 5.5
Bathroom - Half
Bedroom5
10.666666666 x 23.833333333
Bathroom - Full, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double

Second Floor

Bedroom3
15.083333333 x 13.083333333
Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double, Decorative Molding
Bathroom2
9.333333333 x 6.666666666
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - With Tub
Bedroom2
15.083333333 x 13.583333333
Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Decorative Molding

Third Floor

Bathroom3
6.333333333 x 6.25
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Master Bedroom
17.583333333 x 17.25
Bathroom - Full, Skylight, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Basement Floor

Bedroom4
10.666666666 x 10.75
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead

Other Floor

Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Main,First Floor

Dining Room
12.666666666 x 12.083333333
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Pendant, Decorative Molding, Pocket Door
Kitchen
11.5 x 14.666666666
Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances
Living Room
16.583333333 x 12.5
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting, Decorative Molding, Pocket Door

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop
Interior Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Overhead, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living/Dining Rm Combo
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement:
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1839
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame, Brick
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Slab
Condition: Remodeled

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered Patio/Deck, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Deck, Deck - Wood, Patio, Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface: Paved

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Deeded, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type: Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
1.1 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
1.6 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
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
2.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
3.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
3.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
3.1 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.
3.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
4.1 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
King Open School
0.7 mi | #500 of 824 | Score: 44.7
Dropped 179 spots from last year
-13.5 below state avg
391 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
2.2 mi
Grades 01-06
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
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.7 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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.8 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
2.9 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
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.4 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
NuVu Innovation School
1.2 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
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30 2nd Street, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141

Listing Information

Listing Agent MonaLisa Team
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID TM358818
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Nov 24, 2025 3:05 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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