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43 Linnaean # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$750,000
Est. $5,062/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
887
Sq Ft
$846
Price/Sq Ft
1922
Year Built
59
Days on Market
Active Listed Feb 6, 2026 • MLS# 73474960 Copied!

About this home

Well-located and spacious first-floor 2-bedroom condo in the heart of Cambridge, set in a charming red brick building on a quiet, tree-lined street. This bright and inviting unit features large windows, high ceilings, and recessed lighting, creating an airy and comfortable living environment. The functional layout offers a generously sized living room and well-proportioned bedrooms with excellent natural light throughout, along with ample storage space for everyday convenience. Extra Storage in the basement. Just a 10-minute walk to Porter Square T station and approximately 10 minutes to Harvard University, providing outstanding accessibility for commuters and city living. Professionally managed building with off-site management. Laundry facilities located in the basement. Enjoy access to a shared outdoor garden space—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. A fantastic opportunity to own in a highly desirable neighborhood close to shops, dining, and public transportation.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner LANE, CAROL M
Mailing Address 41 LINNAEAN ST, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $721,700
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $4,229
CPA Surcharge 3% ($109)
Estimated Annual Tax $4,338

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $721,700 $721,700

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 18, 2025 $1 00175/0072
May 6, 2025 $776,244 00174/0173
Oct 15, 2024 $815,000 00173/0075
Aug 26, 2024 $785,000 00172/0186
Dec 14, 2023 $770,000 00170/0153
Nov 13, 2023 $1 00170/0100
Oct 10, 2023 $1 00170/0042
Oct 2, 2023 $1 00170/0028
May 25, 2023 $698,000 00168/0193
May 19, 2023 $1 00168/0183
Mar 21, 2023 $100 00168/0087
Aug 25, 2022 $871,000 00166/0138
May 31, 2022 $625,000 00165/0154
Oct 4, 2021 $10 00163/0073
Jul 19, 2021 $100 00162/0075
Jul 2, 2021 $790,000 00162/0037
Apr 5, 2021 $540,000 00160/0197
Dec 9, 2020 $100 00159/0150
Aug 20, 2020 $696,000 00158/0116
May 19, 2020 $780,000 00070/0047
Jan 30, 2018 $100 00148/0072
Oct 12, 2017 $689,000 00147/0028
Jul 18, 2017 $715,000 00145/0151
Apr 25, 2017 $10 00144/0108
Jul 21, 2016 $100 00141/0003
Jan 28, 2016 $610,000 00138/0094
Jan 13, 2016 $610,000 00138/0059
Jul 21, 2015 $444,000 00135/0148
Jun 15, 2015 $525,000 00135/0047
Dec 6, 2013 $480,000 00128/0114
Jun 15, 2012 $440,000 00121/0067
Jun 12, 2012 $315,000 00121/0056
Jul 27, 2010 $325,000 00113/0004
Jun 10, 2010 $465,000 00112/0062
Nov 6, 2009 $415,000 00110/0035
May 27, 2008 $1 00104/0001
Mar 1, 2007 $410,000 00098/0043
Jun 2, 2005 $325,000 00088/0093
Mar 4, 2005 $437,000 00087/0040
Nov 15, 2004 $610,000 00163/00147
Sep 29, 2004 $412,000 00085/0071
Aug 3, 2004 $409,750 00084/0108
Oct 17, 2002 $337,000 0U76/0199
Nov 29, 2001 $250,000 00U6/0191
Oct 10, 2001 $335,000 0U45/0135
Jun 28, 2000 $265,000 0U68/0155
Dec 8, 1998 $260,000 0U63/0106
Aug 14, 1997 $190,000 0U58/0195
Apr 30, 1997 $136,000 0U73/0154
Mar 21, 1997 $175,000 0U57/0116
Aug 13, 1996 $1 0U55/0166
Jun 9, 1995 $173,000 0U52/0052
Dec 13, 1994 $174,000 00050/0193
Sep 1, 1993 $183,000 00000/0000
Mar 26, 1993 $188,500 00000/0000
Jul 16, 1991 $166,000 0U41/0139
Jun 4, 1991 $168,000 0U41/0094
May 14, 1991 $165,000 0U41/0067
Dec 27, 1988 $205,000 0U35/0059
Jun 25, 1987 $256,000 0U28/0161
Nov 14, 1986 $113,000 0U53/0033
Feb 5, 1986 $99,000 0U67/0106
Dec 3, 1985 $147,500 0U22/0008

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

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 946 887
Year built 1,922 1,922
Match: geocode_proximity (84.3% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1922
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
887 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1922
Living Area 887 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central, Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement, In Building
Features Closet, Entry Hall

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Patio, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Oven

Financial

Annual Tax $4,449
Assessed Value $700,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Closet, Entry Hall
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement, In Building
Security: Intercom, Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1922
Structure Type: Low-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Hot Water, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

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Neighborhood

43 Linnaean # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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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
St. Peter Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.7 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
Shady Hill School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.4 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.6 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
A-
Graham and Parks School
< 0.1 mi | #242 of 824 | Score: 52.7
Improved 3 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
367 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.6 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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.3 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
1.9 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
2.2 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.8 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.8 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.3 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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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Feb 6, 2026
$750,000
Original listing
Agent: Jessie Xu Office: Phoenix Real Estate Partners, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 6, 2026 New Listing Added $750,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
59 days
Price per Sq Ft
$846

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,449 $700,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,449
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$698
Per month
Assessed Value
$700,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jessie Xu
Listing Office Phoenix Real Estate Partners, LLC
Agent MLS ID CN216407
Office MLS ID AN2591
Listing Data Updated Feb 10, 2026 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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