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42 Linnaean St # 15, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Avon Hill
$585,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
545
Sq Ft
$1,073
Price/Sq Ft
1928
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 12, 2026 • MLS# 73485759 Copied! • Updated Apr 21, 2026

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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,073/sq ft
Area Average
$159/sq ft
Difference
+574.8%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

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

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
Features On Street
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
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
Seller Disclosures The Correct Hoa Fee Is $543/mo. The Amount Listed In The Sellers Statement Is Incorrect.
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
For Sale
Year Built
1928
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
545 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
4.916666666 x 6.666666666
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
6.666666666 x 6.666666666
Kitchen
8.583333333 x 6.666666666
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
15.25 x 11.416666666
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Decorative Molding
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
10.833333333 x 12.666666666
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

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
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

3 schools
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
A+
Maria L. Baldwin School
0.4 mi | #55 of 824 | Score: 62.0
Dropped 52 spots from last year
+3.8 above state avg
360 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.7 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Full Circle High School
1.4 mi | #344 of 346 | Score: 17.3
Improved 22 spots from last year
-40.9 below state avg
67 students Diverse
Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
1.4 mi | #131 of 346 | Score: 57.1
Improved 111 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
1,394 students Diverse
17 sports • 1,566 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
Curtis-Tufts School
1.6 mi
11 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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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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