For sale

$539,000

55 Magazine St APT 18, Cambridge, MA 02139

1beds

485sqft

$3,567/mo

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Condominium

Built in 1900

-- sqft lot

$531,500 Zestimate^®

$1,111/sqft

$305/mo HOA

What's special

Replacement windowsBeautiful period detailsGenerously sized bedroomModern tiled bathroom

The Kensington, a sought after elegant 6-story brick building, with elevator, built in 1900 with beautiful period details in the heart of Cambridgeport, close to Central, Harvard and Kendall Squares and the Charles River and just a block away from Dana Square Park. This charming updated freshly painted turnkey 1BR/1BA condo is located on the 1st floor and features high ceilings with recessed lights, modern kitchen with maple cabinets and granite countertops and stainless steal appliances, modern tiled bathroom, washer/dryer hook-up, generously sized bedroom, replacement windows, and freshly sanded and finished hardwood floors throughout. Private storage, common bike room and laundry in the basement. ***The unit is virtually staged***

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
Level: Main,First

Primary bathroom

Features: No

Bathroom 1

Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer Hookup
Level: Main,First

Living room

Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled
Level: Main,First

Heating

Hot Water

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator

Features

Has basement: Yes
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 485
Total interior livable area: 485 sqft
Finished area above ground: 485

Property

Features

Entry location: Unit Placement(Back)

Details

Parcel number: 4746133
Zoning: RES

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Condo
Property subtype: Condominium
Attached to another structure: Yes

Materials

Roof: Rubber

Condition

Year built: 1900

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, University

HOA

Amenities included: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Storage
Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
HOA fee: $305 monthly

Location

Region: Cambridge

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $1,111/sqft
Tax assessed value: $525,500
Annual tax amount: $3,505
Date on market: 8/5/2026

Estimated market value

$531,500

$505,000 - $558,000

$2,852/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/4/2026	Listed for sale	$539,000+10.2%$1,111/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73558679 Report a problem
6/18/2026	Listing removed	$489,000$1,008/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73528791 Report a problem
6/11/2026	Contingent	$489,000$1,008/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73528791 Report a problem
6/3/2026	Listed for sale	$489,000+89.9%$1,008/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73528791 Report a problem
4/9/2023	Listing removed	--
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
4/7/2023	Listed for rent	$2,300$5/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
10/26/2009	Sold	$257,550$531/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,187 +12.8%	$501,900 +5.2%
2024	$2,826 -4.7%	$477,300 -5.7%
2023	$2,965 -0.5%	$506,000 +0.5%
2022	$2,981 +3.1%	$503,500 +1.9%
2021	$2,890 +1.7%	$494,000 -0.1%
2020	$2,843 +4.1%	$494,400 +7.5%
2019	$2,731 +2.6%	$459,700 +8.7%
2018	$2,661 +6.7%	$423,100 +10.1%
2017	$2,495 +8.9%	$384,400 +17.3%
2016	$2,291 +0.9%	$327,800 +12.9%
2015	$2,270 +1.1%	$290,300 +8.3%
2014	$2,246 -1.7%	$268,000 +1.5%
2013	$2,286 +3.5%	$264,000 +1.3%
2012	$2,209 +3.9%	$260,500
2011	$2,126 +22%	$260,500 +15.5%
2010	$1,742	$225,600