HISTORIC CHARM WITH MODERN COMFORT. Set on a residential side street with no through traffic in the heart of Mid Cambridge, #12 Fainwood Circle, Unit 1 offers a peaceful setting with exceptional access to Inman, Harvard, Kendall, and Central Squares. This high first-floor home features a thoughtful, efficient layout with no wasted space and offers a clear separation between living and bedroom areas. The condo offers three true bedrooms and two renovated full baths, including an en suite primary bath with heated floor. A spacious eat-in kitchen provides updated cabinetry, generous granite counter space, and access to a separate laundry room with sink and storage. Period details add character, including 9 foot high ceilings, some with antique pressed-tin, bow windows, chair rails, decorative molding, and wood flooring. Additional features include a private deck, garage parking, air conditioning, an electric fireplace, and private basement storage.
Sold for $1,150,000
$1,150,000
12 Fainwood Cir #1, Cambridge, MA 02139
3beds
1,078sqft
Condominium
Built in 1916
-- sqft lot
$1,156,300 Zestimate®
$1,067/sqft
$4,887 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,156,300
$1.08M - $1.24M
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Electric fireplaceAir conditioningPrivate deckPeriod detailsThree true bedroomsGarage parkingDecorative molding
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Listed by:
Shari Lyons 617-947-8280,
Hammond Residential Real Estate 617-731-4644,
Linda Lyons 781-771-8281
Bought with:
Jr-Han Tai
eXp Realty
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73492349
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Features: Yes
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Water Treatment
- Laundry: First Floor, In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Tile
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,078
- Total interior livable area: 1,078 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,078
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Details
- Parcel number: M:00113 L:0005500001,406099
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1916
- Major remodel year: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, University
HOA
- Amenities included: Storage
- Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $300 monthly
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,067/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $929,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,863
- Date on market: 4/18/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/29/2026 | Sold | $1,150,000$1,067/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+59.3%$1,067/sqft |
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| 8/1/2016 | Sold | $722,000+20.5%$670/sqft |
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| 6/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $599,000+31.9%$556/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge Mass Ave #72015234 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2008 | Sold | $454,250+11.6%$421/sqft |
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| 8/4/2003 | Sold | $407,000+48%$378/sqft |
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| 6/16/1999 | Sold | $275,000$255/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,639 +8% | $888,100 +0.7% |
| 2024 | $5,222 +4.1% | $882,100 +3.1% |
| 2023 | $5,015 +0.3% | $855,800 +1.4% |
| 2022 | $4,999 +3.7% | $844,400 +2.5% |
| 2021 | $4,819 +4.5% | $823,700 +2.7% |
| 2020 | $4,613 +4.1% | $802,200 +7.5% |
| 2019 | $4,433 +2.5% | $746,300 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $4,324 +5.3% | $687,400 +8.6% |
| 2017 | $4,107 +2.3% | $632,800 +10.2% |
| 2016 | $4,013 +0.9% | $574,100 +12.9% |
| 2015 | $3,977 +3.8% | $508,600 +11.2% |
| 2014 | $3,831 +0.1% | $457,200 +3.4% |
| 2013 | $3,829 +3.1% | $442,200 +1% |
| 2012 | $3,714 +3.9% | $438,000 |
| 2011 | $3,574 +5.7% | $438,000 |
| 2010 | $3,381 +2.1% | $438,000 |
| 2009 | $3,311 +1.8% | $438,000 -0.9% |
| 2008 | $3,252 -2.6% | $441,900 -1% |
| 2007 | $3,338 | $446,300 |
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Neighborhood: Mid-Cambridge
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