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55 Magazine St. #18 Cambridge — Photo 1 of 24

55 Magazine St. #18 Cambridge — Photo 1 of 24

Recent Drop: $4,000

$539,000
$535,000

$535,000

55 Magazine St. #18, Cambridge, MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Beds

1

Baths

1

SqFt

485

Style

Condominium

Built

1900

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***

Key facts

It was listed on August 4, 2026. The price has come down from an original $539,000 to $535,000, most recently on September 24, 2026. The annual property taxes are $3,505 (2026 tax year). The condo fee is $305 per month, which includes heat and water.

Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$1103/sqft
Local Avg (Cambridge)$952/sqft
16% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Cambridge, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$539,000
Annual Taxes$3,505
HOA Fee$305.36

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street0

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms3
FireplacesNone
Flooring--
BasementY

Climate & Utilities

HeatingHot Water
CoolingNone
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

Construction--
RoofRubber
Foundation--
ZoningRES

Property & Lot

Acres--
SqFt Lot--
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Disposal • Microwave • Refrigerator

Neighborhood

Public Transportation • Shopping • Pool • Tennis Court(s) • Park • University

Geography

Floorplan Breakdown

Structural Layout

First
Bathroom 1
Main,First
Living RoomKitchenPrimary Bedroom
Living Room
Lvl Main,First

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled

Kitchen
Lvl Main,First

Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer Hookup

Primary Bedroom
Lvl Main,First

Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead

Bathroom 1
Lvl First

Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Property History

Price Drop
$535,000

Was $539,000

Sep 24, 2026

MLS® 73558679

Listed
$539,000

Aug 4, 2026

MLS® 73558679

Terminated
$489,000

Jun 18, 2026

MLS® 73528791

Listed
$489,000

Jun 3, 2026

MLS® 73528791

Questions about this home

When was 55 Magazine St. #18, Cambridge listed?

55 Magazine St. #18, Cambridge was listed on August 4, 2026.

Has the price of 55 Magazine St. #18, Cambridge changed?

The price has come down from an original $539,000 to $535,000, most recently on September 24, 2026.

What are the property taxes for 55 Magazine St. #18, Cambridge?

The annual property taxes for 55 Magazine St. #18, Cambridge are $3,505 (2026 tax year).

What is the condo fee at 55 Magazine St. #18, Cambridge?

The condo fee is $305 per month, which includes heat and water.

What is the status of 55 Magazine St. #18, Cambridge?

55 Magazine St. #18, Cambridge is actively listed for sale.

Population

40,033

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$135K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

67.8%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,698 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (+3% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,713 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jul '26)

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Olga Perelman

Listing Office: Olga Perelman

MLS® Number: 73558679