Dimensions4.916666666 x 6.666666666
42 Linnaean St # 15, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Avon Hill
$585,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$574,900
Final Sale Price:
$585,000
Difference:
+$10,100 (+1.8%)
Performance Metrics
101.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,055
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,073
This property sold for $1,073 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
This top-floor corner unit at 42 Linnaean St puts you steps from Porter Sq with all the charm of 1920s Cambridge architecture and none of the maintenance headaches. You're getting a sun-drenched one-bedroom with oversized windows, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and a wood-burning fireplace framed by built-in bookshelves. The unit features a renovated kitchen and bathroom, newer windows throughout, and a layout that maximizes light and cross-ventilation. The building is exceptionally well-managed with recent updates including a new roof, updated common areas, and strong financials. This is an animal-free building—which means cleaner air, fewer allergens, and a quieter living environment for those who value it. Heat is included in the condo fee, and you've got in-building laundry and storage. You're a short walk to Harvard Square, the Red Line, incredible restaurants, and everything that makes Cambridge worth the price tag. Top floor. Corner unit. Porter Sq location. Move-in ready!
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Property History
Market Insights
1.7%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Apr 21, 2026
$585,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
Status: Active under contract
Mar 17, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Mar 17, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Mar 12, 2026
$574,900
Original listing
Agent: Adam Shulman
Office: Leading Edge Real Estate
Listed for Sale
Mar 12, 2026
$574,900
Original listing
Agent: Adam Shulman
Office: Leading Edge Real Estate
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2026 | ✓ Sold | $585,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 03/17/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 03/17/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 03/12/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $574,900 | - | - | Original listing |
| 03/12/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $574,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,887 | $454,700 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,887
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$543
Monthly
Assessed Value
$454,700
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1928
Living Area
545 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Steam
Cooling
None
Flooring
Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
Living Room
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
Common Area, In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Patio
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Patio
Parking
Features
On Street
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,887
Assessed Value
$454,700
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$543 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry, Storage
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
30
Pets
No
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
The Correct Hoa Fee Is $543/mo. The Amount Listed In The Sellers Statement Is Incorrect.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
15
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
15 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1928
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
545 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
545 sq ft above grade
Dimensions6.666666666 x 6.666666666
Dimensions8.583333333 x 6.666666666
Dimensions15.25 x 11.416666666
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
Dimensions10.833333333 x 12.666666666
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
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:
Laminate, Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Common Area, In Building
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1928
Effective Year (Renovated):
1981
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
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), Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Public School, T-Station, University
Nearby Schools
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Location
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Neighborhood
Avon Hill
42 Linnaean St # 15, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Adam Shulman
Listing Office
Leading Edge Real Estate
Office Phone
781-979-0100
Agent MLS ID
CN226474
Office MLS ID
AN4646
Listing Data Updated
Apr 21, 2026 3:53 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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