19-21 Shepard Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Avon Hill
$603,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$599,000
Final Sale Price:
$603,000
Difference:
+$4,000 (+0.7%)
Performance Metrics
100.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
36
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$940
Sale $/sq ft:
$947
This property sold for $947 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 0.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
The property spent 36 days on market before selling.
About this home
Located near the Radcliffe Quad, Harvard Square, & Porter Square, this elevated first-floor apartment is set within a classic brick building on a one-way street just off Massachusetts Ave. The home features an updated kitchen with cherry cabinetry, quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, gas range, & an open pass-through to the living area. Oversized front-facing windows with abundant natural light, highlighting hardwood floors, high ceilings, & period details throughout. A living room, separate dining room, spacious bedroom, & efficient layout create comfortable living spaces throughout. The building's elegant marble lobby & original staircase reflect its architectural character. Private storage, bike storage, & common laundry are included. Professionally managed by Thayer & Associates, the HOA fee includes heat & hot water. Low taxes, a well-maintained building, & easy access to the Red Line place the best of Cambridge just outside your door
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Property History
Market Insights
0.7%
Price Range
37
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Aug 19, 2026
$603,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 37
Status: Active under contract
Jul 1, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Jul 1, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jun 3, 2026
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Emma Guardia & Team
Office: Compass
Listed for Sale
Jun 3, 2026
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Emma Guardia & Team
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/19/2026 | ✓ Sold | $603,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/01/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 07/01/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 06/03/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $599,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 06/03/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $599,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $512 | $587,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$512
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$520
Monthly
Assessed Value
$587,000
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
637 sq ft
Stories
1
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s), None
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
Common Area
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Professional Landscaping
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
On Street, Guest
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$512
Assessed Value
$587,000
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$520 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
17
Pets
No
MA Disclosures
Lead Paint
Unknown
Seller Disclosures
Living Room Image Has Been Virtually Staged/edited To Remove Tv From Living Room.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Unit Floor Plan
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements, Certificate Of Insurance, Other (see Remarks)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
37 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
637 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
637 sq ft above grade
Display Options
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:
Wood, Tile
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Common Area
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Effective Year (Renovated):
1979
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s), None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
On Street, Guest
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 Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.9 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
Shady Hill School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.5 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
1.5 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
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
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.8 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
1.1 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
1.7 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
2.0 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
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.6 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.1 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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Neighborhood
Avon Hill
19-21 Shepard Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Emma Guardia & Team
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID
TM361698
Office MLS ID
AN2606
Listing Data Updated
Aug 19, 2026 3:29 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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