Google street view image for 179 Spring, Cambridge, MA 02141

Off Market Aug 2010 for $385K

$1,088,964

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,440/mo

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962

sq ft

179 Spring, Cambridge, MA 02141

About this home

Lovely, well maintained 2-3 bdrm rowhouse in E. Cambridge with easy access to Boston, MIT, shopping/restaurants,T and major commuter routes.Large Living Rm w/bow windows & ceiling fan. Spacious kitchen feature center island, recessed lighting & w/d hookups. Sep dining area with access to deck. 2 good size bdms, 1 with walk-in closet plus 3rd bdrm/study. Skylite in hallway provides added natural light. High ceilings, hdwd/pine/fir flrs. Storage & workshop in bsmt. Great value!

Single-familyProperty Type

1894Year Built

1,151 sq ftLot Size

$1,132Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Howard Schulman • RE/MAX First Realty, Inc.

Bought with Charles Vallis • Redfin Corp.

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•Source:MLS PIN #71069481

Redfin Estimate

$1,088,964

$704K since sold in August 2010$44K since August

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This home's estimate is 10.4% lower than the average sale price ($1.22M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$1,140,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,514 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$790,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,332 sq ft
126 Tremont St, Cambridge, MA 02139
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$975,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,523 sq ft
39 Alston St, Somerville, MA 02143
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,550,000
D
4 beds1.5 baths1,831 sq ft
137 Otis St, Cambridge, MA 02141
SOLD OCT 14, 2025
$830,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,082 sq ft
10 Dell St, Somerville, MA 02145
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$2,005,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,390 sq ft
77-A Revere St #4, Boston, MA 02114

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Market trends in 02141, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.5%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$925K

$5K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

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1 Earhart St #316, Cambridge, MA 02141
OPEN SAT, 11:30AM TO 1PM
$915,000
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OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 2:30PM
$950,000
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3 Union Ter #3, Cambridge, MA 02141
$699,000
2 beds1 bath862 sq ft
5 Marcella #1, Cambridge, MA 02141
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 12:15PM
$825,000
2 beds2 baths970 sq ft
170 Gore St #417, Cambridge, MA 02141
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Sale history for 179 Spring

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,865 (+7.8%)

$556,700 + $367,000

$923,700

2024

$5,442 (+4.4%)

$604,500 + $314,800

$919,300

2023

$5,215 (+1.6%)

$577,100 + $312,900

$890,000

2022

$5,131 (+4.9%)

$592,800 + $274,000

$866,800

2021

$4,892 (+1.6%)

$581,700 + $254,600

$836,300

2020

$4,814 (+0.4%)

$587,200 + $250,100

$837,300

2019

$4,797 (+8.8%)

$576,000 + $231,500

$807,500

2018

$4,411 (+6.7%)

$477,600 + $223,600

$701,200

2017

$4,135 (+11.6%)

$427,100 + $210,000

$637,100

2016

$3,706 (+2.5%)

$334,300 + $195,900

$530,200

2015

$3,614 (+9.1%)

$286,600 + $175,500

$462,100

2014

$3,312 (+5.4%)

$222,000 + $173,200

$395,200

2013

$3,142 (−0.9%)

$191,100 + $171,700

$362,800

2012

$3,169 (+5.2%)

$207,900 + $165,800

$373,700

2011

$3,012

$207,900 + $161,200

$369,100

2010

$3,012 (+7.6%)

$207,900 + $161,200

$369,100

2009

$2,798

$217,200 + $152,900

$370,100

Tax history for 179 Spring

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,865 (+7.8%)

$556,700 + $367,000

$923,700

2024

$5,442 (+4.4%)

$604,500 + $314,800

$919,300

2023

$5,215 (+1.6%)

$577,100 + $312,900

$890,000

2022

$5,131 (+4.9%)

$592,800 + $274,000

$866,800

2021

$4,892 (+1.6%)

$581,700 + $254,600

$836,300

2020

$4,814 (+0.4%)

$587,200 + $250,100

$837,300

2019

$4,797 (+8.8%)

$576,000 + $231,500

$807,500

2018

$4,411 (+6.7%)

$477,600 + $223,600

$701,200

2017

$4,135 (+11.6%)

$427,100 + $210,000

$637,100

2016

$3,706 (+2.5%)

$334,300 + $195,900

$530,200

2015

$3,614 (+9.1%)

$286,600 + $175,500

$462,100

2014

$3,312 (+5.4%)

$222,000 + $173,200

$395,200

2013

$3,142 (−0.9%)

$191,100 + $171,700

$362,800

2012

$3,169 (+5.2%)

$207,900 + $165,800

$373,700

2011

$3,012

$207,900 + $161,200

$369,100

2010

$3,012 (+7.6%)

$207,900 + $161,200

$369,100

2009

$2,798

$217,200 + $152,900

$370,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1,307 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

962

Year built

1894

Style

Townhouse

County

Middlesex County

APN

2978398S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Dec 11, 2025 • Active

Building: alteration and addition

Renovate an existing basement by removing a kitchenette to create a playroom and storage areas. Rebuild the stairs, add interior partitions, and install new lighting. Construct a bench seat and shelving units within the finished space.

Remodel

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: On Street

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Level: Second
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Bedroom #3 Information
Level: Second
Features: Flooring - Wood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Half

Living Room Information
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box

Kitchen Information
Level: First
Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Dining Area,Balcony / Deck,Kitchen Island

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: First Floor

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Flooring: Wood, Tile, Concrete, Hardwood, Pine, Flooring - Wood
Interior Features: Study

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 962
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Tar/Gravel
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Wood
Exterior Features: Deck, Deck - Wood

Property Information
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Property AttachedYN: Yes
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.02
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Frontage Type: Public
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,857.17
Tax Year: 2010

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
Sewer: Public Sewer, City/Town Sewer
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Location

HOA Information
Homeowners Association Membership Not Required

Location Information
Directions: First Street to Spring Street
UnparsedAddress: 179 Spring, Cambridge MA 02141

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Sidewalks

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 962
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,307 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1894
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2978398S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
Exclusions: Washer/Dryer, Refrigerator
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

Kennedy-Longfellow School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.0mi

5/10

Vassal Lane Upper School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.0mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

8/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

62% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Cambridge, MA • 02141

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.03M – $1.25M

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Home values near 179 Spring

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
177 Spring St, Cambridge, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2060 Sq. Ft.	$1,458,395
183 Spring St, Cambridge, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1146 Sq. Ft.	$1,102,180

Address	Redfin Estimate
175 Spring St, Cambridge, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1054 Sq. Ft.	$1,048,909
181 Spring St, Cambridge, MA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1146 Sq. Ft.	$1,030,650

Address	Redfin Estimate
185 Spring St, Cambridge, MA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1100 Sq. Ft.	$1,015,453
48 8th St, Cambridge, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1944 Sq. Ft.	$1,349,866

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