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286 Sidney St # 286, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$988,000
Est. $6,429/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,156
Sq Ft
$855
Price/Sq Ft
1989
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 13, 2025 • MLS# 73335116 Copied!

About this home

Nestled in the vibrant & eclectic neighborhood known as Cambridgeport, this 2 bed, 2 bath townhome offers an inviting blend of modern comfort and classic character. It is spacious city living at its finest not far from Central Square. The unit has been freshly painted & features an open concept living room w/4 large bay windows, fireplace, built in cabinetry & a slider leading to a private fenced in courtyard. The modern kitchen has new stainless steel appliances. Each bedroom has new carpet & ample closet space with the primary suite featuring an en-suite bath for added convenience. There is underground indoor parking for 1 car, deeded to the unit, plus additional storage inside the garage. An amazing location between MIT and Harvard, close to BU, & convenient to Longwood Medical, this 2 level townhome is just steps to Charles River, Trader Joe's, and Whole Foods. Both the Green & Red Lines, are each less than a mile away. Priced below assessed value, this is an amazing opportunity

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,156 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
2
Entry Level
1
Main Level Bedrooms
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $799,000
Final Sale Price: $988,000
Difference: +$189,000 (+23.7%)
Performance Metrics
123.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $691
Sale $/sq ft: $855
This property sold for $855 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 23.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$855/sq ft
Area Average
$872/sq ft
Difference
2.0%

This property sold near the area average for similar homes.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1989
Living Area 1,156 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Laundry Closet, Main Level, First Floor, In Unit
Features Closet, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Entrance Foyer, Bathroom, Internet Available - Unknown

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Fenced Yard, Garden, Screens
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $5,165
Assessed Value $872,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Laminate, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features: Closet, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Entrance Foyer, Bathroom, Internet Available - Unknown
Windows: Screens
Basement: N
Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level, First Floor, In Unit
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1989
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden, Screens
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Under, Garage Door Opener

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

286 Sidney St # 286, 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-
Morse School
0.3 mi | #238 of 824 | Score: 53.0
Improved 45 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
328 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
New England Hebrew Academy Elementary and Secondary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
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
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.9 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
1.4 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.7 mi
Grades 08-12
Boston Arts Academy
0.9 mi
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Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $803/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

19.1%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Mar 26, 2025
$988,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Feb 13, 2025
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Judy Korzenowski Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 13, 2025 New Listing Added $799,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
14 days
Price per Sq Ft
$855

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $5,165 $872,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,165
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$803
Monthly
Assessed Value
$872,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Judy Korzenowski
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Agent MLS ID BB815519
Office MLS ID AN6227
Listing Data Updated Mar 26, 2025 2:28 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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