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29-31 Washburn Ave # 1B, Cambridge MA 01240

Cambridge, MA 01240
$399,000
Est. $2,522/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
776
Sq Ft
$514
Price/Sq Ft
1916
Year Built
21
Days on Market
Active Price Drop -$56,000 Listed May 7, 2026 • MLS# 73514879 Copied!

About this home

A rare opportunity to create something special in a desirable Cambridge setting. This 2-bed, 1-bath condo sits on the lower level of a converted multi-family building and offers an open living, kitchen, and dining area with two bedrooms—an ideal canvas for buyers looking to personalize their home. Select images have been virtually enhanced to illustrate potential design concepts. Conveniently located near Fresh Pond, Huron Village, Harvard and Porter Squares, public transit, and major roadways including Route 2, Memorial Drive, and Storrow Drive. Estate sale; seller has never occupied. Sold as-is. Buyer to perform due diligence.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner JOHNSTON, DAVID L.
Mailing Address 29-31 WASHBURN AVENUE UNIT 1B, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02140

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style BASEMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $437,500
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $2,564
CPA Surcharge 3% ($59)
Estimated Annual Tax $2,623

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $437,500 $437,500

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
May 21, 2024 $820,000 82793/0059
Apr 12, 2011 $381,500 56723/0144
Jan 1, 1998 $269,500 00000/0000
Aug 4, 1997 $165,000 27630/0310
Jul 31, 1997 $1 27536/0086

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 776 776
Year built 1,916 1,916
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1916
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
776 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
4
Entry Level
1

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1916
Living Area 776 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Electric Baseboard
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $2,653
Assessed Value $417,800

Interior Features

Flooring:
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Basement: N
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1916
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 4

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Electric Baseboard
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

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Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Location

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Neighborhood

29-31 Washburn Ave # 1B, Cambridge MA 01240

Cambridge, MA 01240

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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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
0.2 mi
Grades 01-12
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.5 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
Cambridge Friends School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Fayerweather Street School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.7 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
2.8 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
International School of Boston
0.2 mi
Grades PK-K
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.6 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.5 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
2.5 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
2.8 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
3.1 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
2.9 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.9 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
3.2 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
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Market Insights

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Price Changes
12.3%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
May 20, 2026
$399,000 $56,000 (-12.31%)
From $455,000 to $399,000 (-12.3%)
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Listed for Sale
May 7, 2026
$455,000
Original listing
Agent: Melissa Darling Office: Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 20, 2026 Price Changed $399,000 -$56,000
May 7, 2026 New Listing Added $455,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
21 days
Price per Sq Ft
$514
Total Price Drop
-$56,000

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $2,653 $417,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,653
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$83
Monthly
Assessed Value
$417,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Melissa Darling
Listing Office Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Park Plaza
Agent MLS ID CN235526
Office MLS ID AN4282
Listing Data Updated May 24, 2026 3:06 AM 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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