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172 Putnam Avenue # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Cambridgeport
$857,000
Est. $5,308/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
906
Sq Ft
$946
Price/Sq Ft
1910
Year Built
9
Days on Market
Closed Listed Oct 14, 2025 • MLS# 73443038 Copied!

About this home

Nestled in the Riverside neighborhood, 172 Putnam Ave, Unit 2, offers high ceilings, gleaming wood floors, and a 2 or 3 bedroom flexible floor plan. The newly updated kitchen is outfitted with white Shaker-style cabinets, granite countertops and brand new stainless steel appliances. A glass sliding door opens to a private covered deck, perfect for morning coffee or al fresco dining. While modern finishes enhance functionality, an exposed brick wall adds a touch of classic Cambridge charm. Ideally located near Harvard Square, Central Square, and the Charles River, this home offers unmatched neighborhood convenience, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, cultural attractions, and easy access to the Mass Pike and Route 2. With two-car parking, in-unit laundry, and additional basement storage, this condo is ready to welcome you home!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner SUNDAR, SUDARSHAN
Mailing Address 172-174 PUTNAM AVE UNIT 172/2, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $746,100
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $4,372
CPA Surcharge 3% ($114)
Estimated Annual Tax $4,486

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $746,100 $746,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Sep 25, 2024 $840,000 83279/0191
Feb 1, 2024 $1 82452/0219
Dec 15, 2017 $730,000 70390/0026
Jun 1, 2016 $1 67356/0055
May 28, 2014 $520,000 63664/0029
Jan 1, 1998 $367,000 00000/0000
Sep 4, 1996 $149,000 26642/0238

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 (85.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
906 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $825,000
Final Sale Price: $857,000
Difference: +$32,000 (+3.9%)
Performance Metrics
103.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $911
Sale $/sq ft: $946
This property sold for $946 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.9% 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 22 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$946/sq ft
Area Average
$375/sq ft
Difference
+152.3%

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 1910
Living Area 906 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Porch, Covered Patio/deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Covered

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/less
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $1,381
Assessed Value $713,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Effective Year (Renovated): 1996
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: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck
Patio & Porch: Porch, Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

Cambridgeport

172 Putnam Avenue # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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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
A
Amigos School
0.3 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.7 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
Shady Hill School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.1 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.
2.8 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.1 mi | #22 of 824 | Score: 64.5
Improved 21 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
340 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.1 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
1.2 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
1.4 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
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.0 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
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.7 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.5 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
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Property History

Market Insights

3.7%
Price Range
9
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Nov 6, 2025
$857,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 9
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Listed for Sale
Oct 14, 2025
$825,000
Original listing
Agent: MonaLisa Team Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Oct 14, 2025 New Listing Added $825,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
9 days
Price per Sq Ft
$946

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $1,381 $713,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,381
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$659
Monthly
Assessed Value
$713,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent MonaLisa Team
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID TM358818
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Nov 7, 2025 6:13 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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