FeaturesBathroom - Full
LevelFourth Floor
42 Linnaean Street # 14, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Neighborhood 9
$500,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$445,000
Final Sale Price:
$500,000
Difference:
+$55,000 (+12.4%)
Performance Metrics
112.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,156
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,299
This property sold for $1,299 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 12.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Top-floor studio in a classic 1920s brick building, ideally situated between Harvard Square and Porter Square. This charming residence offers a welcoming entry hall, a comfortable and sun-filled main living space, and an efficient kitchen with a dedicated dining area. Period details shine through with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and oversized windows that fill the home with natural light and look out towards Radcliffe Quadrangle. Newly refinished floors and just painted. Located in a highly desirable Cambridge neighborhood with easy access to Harvard University, the Red Line T, shops, cafés, and nearby parks. An excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, students, or investors seeking a well-located city property.
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Property History
Market Insights
11%
Price Range
14
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
May 14, 2026
$500,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 14
Status: Active under contract
Apr 25, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Apr 25, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Apr 22, 2026
$445,000
Original listing
Agent: Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team
Office: Compass
Listed for Sale
Apr 22, 2026
$445,000
Original listing
Agent: Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/14/2026 | ✓ Sold | $500,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/25/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 04/25/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 04/22/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $445,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/22/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $445,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,002 | $439,900 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,002
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$385
Monthly
Assessed Value
$439,900
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1920
Living Area
385 sq ft
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
2
Interior
Heating
Steam
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
City View(s)
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,002
Assessed Value
$439,900
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$385 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
26
Pets
No
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Non-smoking Association. No Pets Allowed. $250 Move-in Fee.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building
14
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
14 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1920
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
385 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
385 sq ft above grade
LevelFourth Floor
LevelFourth Floor
LevelFourth Floor
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (2)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
City View(s)
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
View:
Yes
View Type:
City
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T-Station, University
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
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.7 mi
|
#105 of 825
|
Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.6 mi
|
#246 of 346
|
Score: 47.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
1.6 mi
|
#46 of 352
|
Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Fayerweather Street School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
< 0.1 mi
|
#238 of 825
|
Score: 52.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
323 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.7 mi
|
#66 of 352
|
Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.3 mi
|
#104 of 352
|
Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.8 mi
|
#207 of 352
|
Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
2.1 mi
|
#119 of 352
|
Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.8 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.2 mi
|
#205 of 346
|
Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Neighborhood
Neighborhood 9
42 Linnaean Street # 14, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID
TM355402
Office MLS ID
AN2606
Listing Data Updated
May 14, 2026 1:44 PM EDT
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