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848 Massachusetts Ave # 3, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Central Square
$488,000
Est. $3,194/month
1
Baths
476
Sq Ft
$1,025
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
24
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 25, 2022 • MLS# 72946348 Copied!

About this home

Located in a beautiful gated courtyard this quintessential studio tucked just behind Mass Ave. is a must see! This unit is perfectly located just steps away from Harvard /Central Squares and MIT and close to the Red Line T. Newly renovated kitchen and bathroon with beautiful hardwood floors - this is a perfect peaceful oasis. Low condo fees (including heat and hot water), extra private storage and laundry in building. Walk and Biker scores of 97!! Come see this delightful pied a terre /studio apartment - you won't be disappointed! Open House Saturday/Sunday March 5th & 6th 1pm - 3pm. All offers due Monday March 7th at 5pm. Seller reserves the right to accept offers prior to deadline.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
476 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $515,000
Final Sale Price: $488,000
Difference: $27,000 (-5.2%)
Performance Metrics
94.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
24
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,082
Sale $/sq ft: $1,025
This property sold for $1,025 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.2% below the original asking price.

With only 24 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,025/sq ft
Area Average
$325/sq ft
Difference
+215.0%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1920
Living Area 476 sq ft
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 2

Interior

Heating Central, Hot Water
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Garden
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 $3,048
Assessed Value $430,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Building
Security: Security Gate

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Structure Type: High-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Hot Water
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Garden
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Location

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Neighborhood

Central Square

848 Massachusetts Ave # 3, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Walkability

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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

3 schools
A
Amigos School
0.3 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
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.3 mi | #22 of 824 | Score: 64.5
Improved 21 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
340 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.3 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
0.9 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
Allium Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades 01-06
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.4 mi
Grades 08-12
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
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Property Tax $254
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $272/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

99.5%
Price Range
26
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73490269
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Apr 25, 2026
$2,800
MLS #73490269
Previous Transaction - MLS #73334450
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Mar 14, 2025
$560,000
MLS #73334450
Sold
Apr 25, 2022
$488,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 26
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Listed for Sale
Feb 25, 2022
$499,900
Original listing
Agent: Maria Dicenso Office: Maloney Properties, Inc.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 25, 2026 Sold $2,800
Mar 14, 2025 Sold $560,000
Feb 25, 2022 New Listing Added $499,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
24 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,025

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $3,048 $430,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,048
Tax Year 2021
HOA Fee
$272
Monthly
Assessed Value
$430,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Maria Dicenso
Listing Office Maloney Properties, Inc.
Agent MLS ID BB954348
Office MLS ID BB3875
Listing Data Updated Dec 28, 2022 1:17 PM EST
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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