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96 Howard Street, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$804,375
Est. $4,718/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,140
Sq Ft
$706
Price/Sq Ft
0.04
Acres
1894
Year Built
48
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 12, 2021 • MLS# 72829741 Copied!

About this home

Contractors/developers or those discerning buyers with a panache for renovating this one is for you – this is the always-elusive Cambridge single-family home that you’ve been waiting for!. The interior awaits your skilled renovation and design expertise. With 2-beds, 1-bath & approx. 1140 sq/ft of living space, the two-levels of living offer a multitude of opportunities to customize for today’s discerning buyers. The exterior offers the opportunity to create your own small oasis away from the hustle and bustle. Located in the Riverside neighborhood of Cambridge, it is close to Harvard Square, Central Square, the Charles River Esplanade & Memorial Drive. There are more restaurants, shops and modes of transportation in the immediate area than you can count. There is laundry, must-have off-street parking & basement storage. The selling points on this property are vast, the possibilities are endless and the location speaks for itself!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ZHANG SIYU & PENGPENG LI
Mailing Address 96 HOWARD ST, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 101
Description Single Family
Zoning C-1
Style CONVENTIONAL

Tax Information

Assessed Value $942,100
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,521
CPA Surcharge 3% ($148)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,669

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $725,500 $216,600 $942,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 10, 2021 $804,375 78444/0143

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
Match: address_exact (95.0% confidence) · Data as of Apr 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1894
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,140 sq ft
Total Rooms
4

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $995,000
Final Sale Price: $804,375
Difference: $190,625 (-19.2%)
Performance Metrics
80.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
48
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $873
Sale $/sq ft: $706
This property sold for $706 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 19.2% below the original asking price.

The property spent 48 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 4 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$706/sq ft
Area Average
$391/sq ft
Difference
+80.3%

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 Single Family Residence
Year Built 1894
Living Area 1,140 sq ft
Lot Size 0.04 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Full, Unfinished
Laundry First Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Antique
Roof Shingle
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Paved Drive, Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $5,403
Assessed Value $923,500

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Laundry: First Floor
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Antique
Year Built: 1894
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: None
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: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street

Location

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Neighborhood

96 Howard Street, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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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
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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.5 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.1 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.
2.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.1 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
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.1 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
1.1 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
1.3 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
2.0 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.3 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 History

Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
49
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73507173
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Currently Listed
Apr 24, 2026
$5,200
MLS #73507173 - Active
Sold
Aug 10, 2021
$804,375
Property sold
Days on Market: 49
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Listed for Sale
May 12, 2021
$875,000
Original listing
Agent: Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 24, 2026 Sold $5,200
May 12, 2021 New Listing Added $875,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
48 days
Price per Sq Ft
$706

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $5,403 $923,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,403
Tax Year 2021
Assessed Value
$923,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Steve McKenna & The Home Advantage Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM336360
Office MLS ID AN6101
Listing Data Updated Aug 10, 2021 2:40 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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