5 Walden St # 2, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140
$529,000
$499,000
Est. $3,524/month
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About this home
Own in Cambridge for Less! An exceptional opportunity to own a move-in-ready 2-bedroom corner condo at an attractive entry-level price. Ideal for first-time buyers, investors, professionals or those looking to simplify, this updated home offers outstanding value just minutes from Porter & Davis Squares. Features include hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with natural wood Shaker cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances & tile backsplash, plus central A/C with 3 mini-splits. Two generous bedrooms, great closet space, abundant natural light & laundry conveniently located next to the unit make everyday living easy. Enjoy 1 off-street parking space, a fenced common garden & low condo fees that include heat & hot water. Recent building improvements include a new roof (2024) & common hot water tank. Walk to restaurants, cafés, shopping & entertainment in Porter & Davis Squares. Just 7 minutes to Porter’s Red Line & Commuter Rail, with bus service to Harvard Sq & Arlington outside your door. Additional City permit parking is available across the street. Whether you’re ready to stop renting, purchase your first Cambridge home, simplify city living or add a high-demand property to your investment portfolio, this is an opportunity that’s increasingly difficult to find. Exceptional location. Move-in ready. Outstanding Cambridge value.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
12.1%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 23, 2026
$499,000
$30,000
(-5.67%)
From $529,000 to $499,000 (-5.7%)
Listed for Sale
Jun 25, 2026
$529,000
Original listing
Agent: Domingo Medina
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Previous Transaction - MLS #72481336
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 30, 2019
$465,000
MLS #72481336
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $499,000 | $30,000 | - | From $529,000 to $499,000 (-5.7%) |
| 06/25/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $529,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 05/30/2019 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $465,000 | - | - | MLS #72481336 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,182 | $455,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,182
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$536
Per month
Assessed Value
$455,400
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1970
Living Area
538 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Baseboard, Ductless
Cooling
Ductless
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Electric Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,182
Assessed Value
$455,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$536
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes
None
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
See Cbrb Email & Escrow Agent Notification. Dimensions Approximate. See Attached Floor Plans.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
42 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1970
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
538 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
0 sq ft above grade
538 sq ft below 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:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1970
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard, Ductless
Heating Zones:
3
Cooling:
Ductless
Cooling Zones:
3
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Off Street, Deeded, Paved
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
Cambridge Friends School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.4 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 Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Elementary School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
0.9 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.0 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
2.1 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
B+
Peabody School
0.2 mi
|
#278 of 824
|
Score: 51.4
Improved 84 spots from last year
-6.8 below state avg
314 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.2 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
1.8 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
2.1 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
2.4 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
2.2 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.2 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.6 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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5 Walden St # 2, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Domingo Medina
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Office Phone
781-862-2600
Agent MLS ID
CN207034
Office MLS ID
AN6216
Listing Data Updated
Aug 6, 2026 6:00 PM EDT
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