For sale

$769,000

55 Magazine St APT 21, Cambridge, MA 02139

2beds

942sqft

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Condominium

Built in 1900

-- sqft lot

$769,800 Zestimate^®

$816/sqft

$536/mo HOA

What's special

Limestone cornicesUpdated kitchenGranite countertopsHardwood flooring throughoutHigh ceilingsTilt-in insulated windowsMarble front entryway

Lovely 2 BR condo unit in a classic and historic brick building built in 1900+/-. Full unit renovation in 2016. Located just 2/10 of a mile from Central Square & “T” station, just over a half mile to the Charles River. 2nd floor corner unit overlooking common courtyard & lawn, open & bright layout features high ceilings, a spacious LR, and an updated kitchen and bathroom. Renovated kitchen features white cabinets, SS appliances, granite countertops, & recessed and pendant lighting. Period details of the building include lots of brick, limestone cornices, and a marble front entryway. The unit includes hardwood flooring throughout, the previously mentioned high ceilings, and tilt-in insulated windows.. Other features include parking in a private parking lot next to the building, in-unit full sized stack laundry machines, and plenty of secured storage in the basement!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Heating

Hot Water

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Finish - Sheetrock, Elevator
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Windows: Insulated Windows
Has basement: Yes
Has fireplace: No
Common walls with other units/homes: Corner

Interior area

Total structure area: 942
Total interior livable area: 942 sqft
Finished area above ground: 942

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Off Street, Assigned, Paved
Uncovered spaces: 1

Features

Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
Exterior features: Professional Landscaping
Waterfront features: River, Walk to, 1/2 to 1 Mile To Beach, Beach Ownership(Public)

Details

Parcel number: 4733261
Zoning: Res

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Brick
Roof: Rubber

Condition

Year built: 1900
Major remodel year: 2008

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/Less
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University

HOA

Amenities included: Hot Water, Elevator(s), Storage, Garden Area
Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
HOA fee: $536 monthly

Location

Region: Cambridge

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $816/sqft
Tax assessed value: $743,100
Annual tax amount: $4,719
Date on market: 6/17/2026
Listing terms: Contract

Estimated market value

$769,800

$731,000 - $808,000

$2,892/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/7/2026	Listed for rent	$3,600$4/sqft
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7/6/2026	Listing removed	$3,600$4/sqft
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7/2/2026	Listed for sale	$769,000$816/sqft
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7/1/2026	Listed for rent	$3,600+20%$4/sqft
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6/25/2026	Contingent	$769,000$816/sqft
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6/17/2026	Listed for sale	$769,000+32.6%$816/sqft
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3/4/2018	Listing removed	$3,000$3/sqft
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3/2/2018	Listed for rent	$3,000$3/sqft
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4/1/2016	Sold	$580,000$616/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,719 +8.6%	$743,100 +1.3%
2024	$4,344 +2.6%	$733,700 +1.6%
2023	$4,234 +0.4%	$722,500 +1.4%
2022	$4,219 +2.9%	$712,700 +1.6%
2021	$4,102 +4%	$701,200 +2.2%
2020	$3,945 +4.2%	$686,100 +7.7%
2019	$3,786 +2.7%	$637,300 +8.8%
2018	$3,686 -7.9%	$586,000 -5%
2017	$4,003 +6.2%	$616,800 +14.4%
2016	$3,770 +1%	$539,300 +13%
2015	$3,732 +1.3%	$477,200 +8.6%
2014	$3,683 +1%	$439,500 +4.4%
2013	$3,647 +5.2%	$421,100 +3%
2012	$3,466 +3.9%	$408,700
2011	$3,335 +11.1%	$408,700 +5.1%
2010	$3,001	$388,700

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