Don’t miss this rare development and investment opportunity in the heart of Riverside. This spacious two-family home spans three floors, offering 3,411 sqft. of living space with 12 rooms, 5 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms, situated on a 5,728 sqft. lot (0.13 acres) in the flexible C-1 zoning district, making it ideal for developers, investors, or owner-occupants. Located just under half a mile from Central Sq. and less than a mile from Harvard Sq., this property blends residential charm with urban convenience. These notable squares offer a mix of restaurants, cafes, shops, stores, a vibrant arts scene, and Red Line T access for convenient commuting, along with cultural attractions, diverse dining options, and proximity to both Harvard University and MIT. 26 Jay St is an exciting opportunity for development or rental investment in a high-demand Cambridge location. We encourage buyers to conduct their own due diligence to verify all information and explore the full potential of this property.
Sold for $2,450,000
$2,450,000
26 Jay St, Cambridge, MA 02139
5beds
3,411sqft
2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Built in 1902
-- sqft lot
$2,860,800 Zestimate®
$718/sqft
$5,071 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,860,800
$2.35M - $3.52M
$5,071/mo
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Spacious two-family homeThree floors
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Currier, Lane & Young 617-593-3166,
Compass 617-303-0067,
Edward Jones 617-429-7000
Bought with:
Adrian King
EVO Real Estate Group, LLC
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73316562
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,411
- Total interior livable area: 3,411 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,411
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed
Lot
- Size: 5,728 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 407759
- Zoning: C-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1902
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $718/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,051,500
- Annual tax amount: $12,145
- Date on market: 1/3/2026
- Total actual rent: 0
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Listing removed | $5,500$2/sqft |
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| 5/25/2026 | Listed for rent | $5,500$2/sqft |
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| 3/19/2025 | Sold | $2,450,000+6.5%$718/sqft |
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| 12/12/2024 | Contingent | $2,300,000$674/sqft |
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| 12/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000$674/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,983 +6.9% | $2,044,600 -0.3% |
| 2024 | $12,145 +6.1% | $2,051,500 +5% |
| 2023 | $11,445 +9% | $1,953,000 +10.1% |
| 2022 | $10,504 +4.1% | $1,774,300 +2.8% |
| 2021 | $10,095 +3.2% | $1,725,700 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $9,785 +7.9% | $1,701,800 +11.5% |
| 2019 | $9,066 +5.9% | $1,526,200 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $8,563 +1.8% | $1,361,400 +5% |
| 2017 | $8,411 +12.1% | $1,296,000 +20.7% |
| 2016 | $7,502 +1.7% | $1,073,300 +13.8% |
| 2015 | $7,377 +0.8% | $943,400 +8% |
| 2014 | $7,318 -2% | $873,300 +1.3% |
| 2013 | $7,468 +2.4% | $862,400 +0.3% |
| 2012 | $7,291 +3.9% | $859,800 |
| 2011 | $7,016 +4.5% | $859,800 -1.1% |
| 2010 | $6,713 +1.3% | $869,600 -0.8% |
| 2009 | $6,628 +0.6% | $876,700 -2% |
| 2008 | $6,586 -2.1% | $894,900 -0.5% |
| 2007 | $6,728 -2.3% | $899,500 -3.6% |
| 2006 | $6,884 -3.7% | $932,800 +1.5% |
| 2005 | $7,147 +33.3% | $918,700 +30.7% |
| 2004 | $5,363 +15.6% | $702,900 +10% |
| 2003 | $4,639 +5.6% | $639,000 +5% |
| 2002 | $4,394 +10.2% | $608,600 +47.1% |
| 2000 | $3,989 | $413,800 +35% |
| 1999 | -- | $306,500 |
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Neighborhood: Riverside
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- 9/10The Amigos SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
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