FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
LevelSecond
1541 Cambridge St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139 • Mid Cambridge
$1,100,000
Track this home for price, status, and open-house alerts.
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,050,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,100,000
Difference:
+$50,000 (+4.8%)
Performance Metrics
104.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$831
Sale $/sq ft:
$871
This property sold for $871 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 4.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Sun-filled and rich in Victorian character, this spacious 2-bed, 1-bath Mid-Cambridge condo with a dedicated home office combines period detail with a flexible, functional layout and generous storage. Located on the second floor, the home features abundant natural light, 9' ceilings, hardwood floors, and beautifully preserved details.Includes non-tandem deeded parking (no stacking) and a private exclusive-use porch, accessed via a private staircase, overlooking the fenced yard and affording rare urban privacy—uncommon amenities in this neighborhood. Thoughtfully cared for with documented maintenance history, with opportunity to further personalize with modern upgrades. Unbeatable location near the shops and restaurants of Inman, Harvard, and Central Squares, with Cambridge Public Library (main branch), War Memorial recreation center with pool, parks, and playgrounds all less than two blocks away, plus easy access to Harvard and MIT.
View in the App
Save this property, schedule tours instantly, and get alerts when the price drops
Scan with phone
Public Records & Permits
Log in to view assessor & tax records, ownership history, and recent building permits for this property.
BMN Estimate
Get the number an algorithm can't give you
A free agent CMA factors in condition, upgrades, and the street — the things comps alone can't see.
Recently Sold Nearby
Property History
Market Insights
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
May 14, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
May 13, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Showing Instructions Updated
May 8, 2026
New showing requirements
Listed for Sale
May 6, 2026
$1,050,000
Original listing
Agent: Noreen Boyce
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/14/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 05/13/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 05/08/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 05/06/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,050,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,896 | $934,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,896
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$282
Per month
Assessed Value
$934,600
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1930
Living Area
1,263 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Hot Water
Cooling
None
Flooring
Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
Dining Room, Living Room
Fireplaces
2
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Basement
Features
Office
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,896
Assessed Value
$934,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$282
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
3
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Ask Agent Or See Attached Document
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
Contract
Structure Type
["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Large basement storage not included in sq. ft. Floorplans approximate - buyers to do due diligence
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
21 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,263 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,263 sq ft above grade
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
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:
Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Office
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Basement
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1930
Effective Year (Renovated):
1988
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Hot Water
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Deeded
Special Features
Fireplaces:
2
Fireplace Type:
Dining Room, Living Room
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, Private School, 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.6 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
0.9 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.8 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.
2.3 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John M Tobin School
0.3 mi
|
#137 of 824
|
Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.7 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
0.8 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
1.1 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
1.6 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
High Schools
3 schools
NuVu Innovation School
0.8 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.2 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
Learn about these ratings
Location
Loading map...
Neighborhood
Mid Cambridge
1541 Cambridge St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Noreen Boyce
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-332-1400
Agent MLS ID
CT009223
Office MLS ID
AN8365
Listing Data Updated
Jun 2, 2026 8:03 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
Contact Us
Ask about this property — free, no obligation.
Similar Homes for Sale
Comparable Properties
Customize Comparable Search
Finding comparable properties...
Loading market insights for Cambridge.