Own in Cambridge for Less! An exceptional opportunity to own a move-in-ready 2-bedroom corner condo at an attractive entry-level price. Ideal for first-time buyers, investors, professionals or those looking to simplify, this updated home offers outstanding value just minutes from Porter & Davis Squares. Features include hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with natural wood Shaker cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances & tile backsplash, plus central A/C with 3 mini-splits. Two generous bedrooms, great closet space, abundant natural light & laundry conveniently located next to the unit make everyday living easy. Enjoy 1 off-street parking space, a fenced common garden & low condo fees that include heat & hot water. Recent building improvements include a new roof (2024) & common hot water tank. Walk to restaurants, cafés, shopping & entertainment in Porter & Davis Squares. Just 7 minutes to Porter’s Red Line & Commuter Rail, with bus service to Harvard Sq & Arlington outside your door. Additional City permit parking is available across the street. Whether you’re ready to stop renting, purchase your first Cambridge home, simplify city living or add a high-demand property to your investment portfolio, this is an opportunity that’s increasingly difficult to find. Exceptional location. Move-in ready. Outstanding Cambridge value.
For sale
Price cut: $30K (7/23)
$499,000
5 Walden St APT 2, Cambridge, MA 02140
2beds
538sqft
Condominium
Built in 1970
-- sqft lot
$496,200 Zestimate®
$928/sqft
$536/mo HOA
What's special
Updated kitchenFenced common gardenHardwood floorsTwo generous bedroomsNatural wood shaker cabinetryGreat closet spaceTile backsplash
- 59 days |
- 1,441 |
- 41 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Domingo Medina 617-610-0050,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington 781-862-2600,
David Hayes 617-817-1189
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73541856
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 538
- Total interior livable area: 538 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 0
- Finished area below ground: 538
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Deeded, Paved
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Details
- Parcel number: M:00199 L:0008500002,414333
- Zoning: BA2
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Electric Range
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water, Laundry
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $536 monthly
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $928/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $455,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,182
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
Estimated market value
$496,200
$471,000 - $521,000
$2,819/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2026 | Price change | $499,000-5.7%$928/sqft |
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| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $529,000+13.8%$983/sqft |
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| 5/30/2019 | Sold | $465,000+1.3%$864/sqft |
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| 4/30/2019 | Pending sale | $459,000$853/sqft |
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| 4/26/2019 | Price change | $459,000-8%$853/sqft |
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| 4/12/2019 | Price change | $499,000-9.1%$928/sqft |
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| 4/2/2019 | Listed for sale | $549,000+111.2%$1,020/sqft |
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| 3/10/2018 | Listing removed | $2,300$4/sqft |
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| 2/7/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,300$4/sqft |
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| 4/30/2009 | Sold | $260,000+4.4%$483/sqft |
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| 5/31/2007 | Sold | $249,000-13.4%$463/sqft |
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| 8/25/2003 | Sold | $287,500+6.1%$534/sqft |
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| 3/27/2002 | Sold | $271,000+46.1%$504/sqft |
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| 9/13/2001 | Sold | $185,500+219.8%$345/sqft |
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| 9/17/1996 | Sold | $58,000$108/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,892 +12% | $455,400 +4.5% |
| 2024 | $2,581 -3.1% | $435,900 -4.1% |
| 2023 | $2,663 +0.5% | $454,400 +1.6% |
| 2022 | $2,649 +3.3% | $447,400 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,565 +0.6% | $438,500 -1.1% |
| 2020 | $2,550 +4.1% | $443,500 +7.5% |
| 2019 | $2,450 +2.4% | $412,500 +8.4% |
| 2018 | $2,393 +6.3% | $380,500 +9.7% |
| 2017 | $2,251 +5.8% | $346,900 +13.9% |
| 2016 | $2,128 +0.8% | $304,500 +12.8% |
| 2015 | $2,111 +1.3% | $270,000 +8.6% |
| 2014 | $2,083 -3.7% | $248,600 -0.4% |
| 2013 | $2,162 +2% | $249,700 -0.1% |
| 2012 | $2,119 +3.9% | $249,900 |
| 2011 | $2,039 +9.6% | $249,900 +3.7% |
| 2010 | $1,860 +2.1% | $240,900 |
| 2009 | $1,821 +7.4% | $240,900 +4.6% |
| 2008 | $1,696 -3.5% | $230,400 -2% |
| 2007 | $1,758 | $235,000 |
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Neighborhood: North Cambridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Peabody SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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