Perched atop one of Avon Hill's most admired brick courtyard buildings, this sun-filled penthouse corner residence combines classic Cambridge character with thoughtful updates and skyline views. South-facing and filled with natural light, the home features hardwood floors, tall ceilings, oversized windows, and a wood-burning fireplace. The renovated kitchen offers granite countertops, custom cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances, and subway tile backsplash, while the updated bath includes a soaking tub and contemporary finishes. Enjoy sweeping city views from the shared roof deck, plus the convenience of laundry facilities, bike storage, professional management, and heat and hot water included in the condo fee. Recent association improvements include major plumbing infrastructure upgrades serving Unit 18, replacement of the building boiler, and replacement of hot water systems. Ideally located near Harvard & Porter Sq, the Red Line, restaurants, shops, & parks.
For sale
Price cut: $40K (7/22)
$645,000
4 Washington Ave APT 18, Cambridge, MA 02140
1beds
607sqft
Condominium
Built in 1880
-- sqft lot
$631,800 Zestimate®
$1,063/sqft
$459/mo HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceContemporary finishesClassic cambridge characterHardwood floorsRenovated kitchenUpdated bathGranite countertops
- 73 days |
- 550 |
- 39 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Evelyn Jones Yamauchi 617-852-1192,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge 617-864-4430
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73534554
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Fourth Floor
Bathroom 1
- Level: Fourth Floor
Kitchen
- Level: Fourth Floor
Living room
- Level: Fourth Floor
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above,Corner
Interior area
- Total structure area: 607
- Total interior livable area: 607 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 607
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck - Roof
- Exterior features: Deck - Roof, City View(s), Professional Landscaping
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Details
- Parcel number: M:00211 L:0003304/18,415172
- Zoning: C2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water, Garden Area
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $459 monthly
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,063/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $616,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,125
- Date on market: 6/11/2026
Estimated market value
$631,800
$600,000 - $663,000
$2,826/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $645,000-5.8%$1,063/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $685,000+10.5%$1,129/sqft |
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| 8/23/2025 | Listing removed | $3,200$5/sqft |
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| 7/20/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,200+3.2%$5/sqft |
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| 7/7/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/6/2023 | Price change | $3,100+6.9%$5/sqft |
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| 7/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,900+7.4%$5/sqft |
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| 8/14/2019 | Listing removed | $2,700$4/sqft |
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| 7/31/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,700$4/sqft |
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| 7/30/2019 | Sold | $620,000-4.6%$1,021/sqft |
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| 7/21/2019 | Pending sale | $649,900$1,071/sqft |
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| 7/16/2019 | Price change | $649,900-3.7%$1,071/sqft |
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| 5/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $675,000+37.8%$1,112/sqft |
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| 12/11/2015 | Sold | $490,000+48.5%$807/sqft |
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| 3/1/2010 | Sold | $330,000+230%$544/sqft |
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| 3/27/1987 | Sold | $100,000$165/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,741 +11.5% | $589,200 +4% |
| 2024 | $3,354 -2.4% | $566,500 -3.4% |
| 2023 | $3,437 -1.4% | $586,500 -0.4% |
| 2022 | $3,485 -1.3% | $588,700 -2.5% |
| 2021 | $3,531 +1.6% | $603,600 -0.1% |
| 2020 | $3,474 +4.4% | $604,100 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $3,326 +3% | $560,000 +9.1% |
| 2018 | $3,229 +12.1% | $513,400 +15.7% |
| 2017 | $2,880 +6.4% | $443,800 +14.6% |
| 2016 | $2,708 +1.1% | $387,400 +13.1% |
| 2015 | $2,679 +5.4% | $342,600 +13% |
| 2014 | $2,542 -3% | $303,300 +0.2% |
| 2013 | $2,621 +4.1% | $302,700 +2% |
| 2012 | $2,518 +11% | $296,900 +6.8% |
| 2011 | $2,269 +5.7% | $278,100 |
| 2010 | $2,147 +2.1% | $278,100 |
| 2009 | $2,102 +1.7% | $278,100 -1% |
| 2008 | $2,067 -4.5% | $280,800 -3% |
| 2007 | $2,165 | $289,400 |
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Neighborhood: Peabody
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Maria L. Baldwin SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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