FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
LevelSecond
53 Jay St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139 • Riverside
$1,650,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,688,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,650,000
Difference:
$38,000 (-2.3%)
Performance Metrics
97.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
165
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,125
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,100
This property sold for $1,100 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.3% below the original asking price.
At 165 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.
About this home
Welcome to 53 Jay St, a stunning contemporary new-construction townhouse in Cambridge’s sought-after Riverside neighborhood. Living like a single-family with private parking and a fenced backyard, this sun-filled 3-bed, 2-bath home spans four levels and offers three incredible outdoor spaces. Enter through a private entrance into an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with high ceilings, maple floors, marble counters, premium stainless appliances, a pantry, and a stylish full bathroom. The beautiful primary suite occupies the entire second floor with a spa-like ensuite, two custom closets, and a private deck. The third floor provides a flexible bedroom, office, or lounge with a wet bar and access to a custom roof deck with impressive bifold doors. The lower level includes a versatile living room or bedroom, laundry, and storage. Close to Harvard, MIT, the Charles River, and Central, Inman, and Kendall Squares, this home blends modern comfort with the best of Cambridge living.
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Property History
Market Insights
0.1%
Price Range
59
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
May 20, 2026
$1,650,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 59
Pending Sale
Apr 16, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Oct 30, 2025
$1,648,000
Original listing
Agent: The Denman Group
Office: eXp Realty
Listed for Sale
Oct 30, 2025
$1,648,000
Original listing
Agent: The Denman Group
Office: eXp Realty
Listed for Sale
Oct 30, 2025
$1,648,000
Original listing
Agent: The Denman Group
Office: eXp Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/20/2026 | ✓ Sold | $1,650,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/16/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 10/30/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,648,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 10/30/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,648,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 10/30/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,648,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,358 | $1,702,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$11,358
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$166
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,702,800
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
2016
Living Area
1,500 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
6
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling
Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Cooler
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Wet Bar, Slider, Living/dining Rm Combo, Bonus Room, Wet Bar, Wired For Sound
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof, Patio, Balcony, Garden, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Exterior, Deck - Roof, Patio
Parking
Features
Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Financial
Annual Tax
$11,358
Assessed Value
$1,702,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$166 Monthly
Fee Includes
Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
2
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
See Firm Remarks
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Townhouse"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
Master Deed, Master Plan, Floor Plans (3)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
59 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
2016
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,500 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
4
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,140 sq ft above grade
360 sq ft below grade
Dimensions17.583333333 x 11.25
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Closet, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Balcony - Exterior, Recessed Lighting, Closet - Double
LevelSecond
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
LevelFirst
Dimensions14.083333333 x 12
FeaturesCloset, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Peninsula
LevelMain,First
Dimensions14.083333333 x 12.083333333
FeaturesCloset, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture, Recessed Lighting
LevelBasement
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Exterior, Deck - Roof, Patio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood, Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Range Hood, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Cooler
Interior Features:
Dining Area, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Wet bar, Slider, Living/Dining Rm Combo, Bonus Room, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
Windows:
Window(s) - Picture, Insulated Windows
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
2016
Structure Type:
Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
4
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, Patio, Balcony, Garden, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Exterior, Deck - Roof, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Assigned
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
A
Amigos School
0.2 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
0.5 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.8 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
0.2 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
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.2 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
1.0 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
1.2 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
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.5 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.3 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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Neighborhood
Riverside
53 Jay St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
The Denman Group
Listing Office
eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
Office Phone
888-854-7493
Agent MLS ID
TM359011
Office MLS ID
AC0342
Listing Data Updated
May 20, 2026 7:02 PM 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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