FeaturesBathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelSecond
85 Clifton Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140 • North Cambridge
$849,000
$829,000
Est. $4,751/month
About this home
Graceful proportions, abundant natural light, and a thoughtfully connected floor plan define this sun-filled second-floor residence with 2 decks and 2-car parking, tucked on a tree-filled one-way street, two blocks to Alewife T station. Well-scaled rooms flow naturally from one to the next, creating interiors that feel both open and distinct—blending the character of a classic Cambridge home with the ease of modern living. Bay-windowed living and dining rooms, beautifully refinished fir floors, and generous ceiling heights lend warmth and timeless appeal. The spacious eat-in kitchen, centered around an island, opens to a covered deck for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Two comfortable bedrooms share a four-piece bath with soaking tub and separate shower. In-unit laundry, dedicated basement storage, shared yard complete the offering. Near Fresh Pond, Russell pool & fields, running trails, Alewife, Porter and Davis Squares, Route 2, neighborhood schools, and shops.
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Property History
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Price Changes
2.4%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 22, 2026
$829,000
$20,000
(-2.36%)
From $849,000 to $829,000 (-2.4%)
Listed for Sale
Jun 17, 2026
$849,000
Original listing
Agent: Sandrine Deschaux
Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $829,000 | $20,000 | - | From $849,000 to $829,000 (-2.4%) |
| 06/17/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $849,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,307 | $703,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$1,307
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$250
Monthly
Assessed Value
$703,400
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1912
Living Area
1,094 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s), Other
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
Closet - Walk-in, Second Floor, In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/deck, Other
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Wood, Covered
Parking
Features
Tandem, Assigned, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$1,307
Assessed Value
$703,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$250 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
2
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Re Taxes Indicated With Residential Exemption
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
Including two x 76 sf. decks, one screened, one open
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
39 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1912
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,094 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,094 sq ft above grade
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
FeaturesBalcony / Deck, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
LevelSecond
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Wood
LevelSecond
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Wood, Covered
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:
Tile, Hardwood, Pine
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Closet - Walk-in, Second Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1912
Effective Year (Renovated):
2003
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Window Unit(s), Other
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Wood, Covered Patio/Deck, Other
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Wood, Covered
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Tandem, Assigned, 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
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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
0.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Cambridge Friends School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Fayerweather Street School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.7 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
2.7 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
Wild Rose Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades K-03
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.5 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.5 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
2.3 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
2.8 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
3.1 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
2.8 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.9 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
3.3 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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North Cambridge
85 Clifton Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Sandrine Deschaux
Listing Office
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Office Phone
617-576-3800
Agent MLS ID
BB804351
Office MLS ID
AN8908
Listing Data Updated
Jul 26, 2026 11:00 AM EDT
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