401 Washington St # 5, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
$4,300/mo
About this home
Rare top-floor 2 bed + office, 1.5 bath condo in the heart of Central Square, offering abundant natural light and an efficient, flexible layout. Spacious living area flows into an eat-in kitchen featuring modern cabinetry, stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a newly installed dishwasher (2025). Two well-sized bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room ideal for a home office or guest space. Recent 2024 upgrades include full interior repainting, Lifeproof vinyl flooring, three new window AC units, and eight LED recessed lights. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, private basement storage, shared outdoor space, and a recently updated roof. Unbeatable access to the Red Line, MIT, Harvard, parks, cafes, and vibrant Central Square shops and dining.Available 9/1/2026!
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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
May 19, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
May 7, 2026
$4,300
Original listing
Agent: Lin Wu
Office: JW Real Estate Services, LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #73211628
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Apr 30, 2024
$915,000
MLS #73211628
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/19/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 05/07/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $4,300 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/30/2024 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $915,000 | - | - | MLS #73211628 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Living Area
994 sq ft
Lot Size
9,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Lease Terms(Lease),Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$4,300
Required
Last MonthDepositInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
5
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
12 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
994 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
994 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:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.1 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
0.5 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.4 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.0 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.3 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
0.3 mi
|
#7 of 12
|
Score: 42.1
Improved 616 spots from last year
-16.1 below state avg
249 students
Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.3 mi
Grades 01-06
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.6 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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.7 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
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.7 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
2.3 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
High Schools
3 schools
NuVu Innovation School
0.2 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.3 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.8 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
401 Washington St # 5, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Lin Wu
Listing Office
JW Real Estate Services, LLC
Office Phone
508-615-1207
Agent MLS ID
CN215112
Office MLS ID
AN4158
Listing Data Updated
May 19, 2026 1:53 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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