Bright, cheery, and simply delightful—this Avon Hill top floor condo has a roomy 1344 SF layout with whimsical ceiling lines, skylights, and superb outdoor spaces. Freshly painted with refinished wood flooring throughout, this home has a large open living and dining room with cathedral ceilings and a built-in window seat with treetop views. There are 1+ bedrooms on the first level; up the spiral stairs is a large loft bedroom with sliding panels that open to the living space below. The well-equipped eat-in kitchen has direct access through glass doors to a private deck. There is also a lovely landscaped common enclosed yard and patio. Other notable features include in-unit laundry and plenty of attic and basement storage. The location is outstanding—next to Raymond Park and just minutes to the Porter Sq Redline/commuter rail and an abundance of fun local hangouts.
CondoProperty Type
1900Year Built
$724Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dana Schaefer• Compass
Bought with Emma Guardia Roland Rambaud & Team• Compass
Avon Hill penthouse 3BR condo beautifully renovated with eat-in kitchen that opens to a private deck and tree top views. The updated BA is appointed with a double sink with storage and ceramic tile. The gracious double sized LR allows for flexible use. Two BR's on the main level and spiral stairs from the hall leads to the loft-like master BR. The property includes space saving pocket doors, custom storage, and in-unit laundry. Walk to Porter Square, Raymond park, restaurants and shops.
MLS PIN #50352751
Mar 24, 1997
Sold
$229,000
$170/sq ft
Feb 25, 1997
Listing Removed
—
Oct 23, 1996
Listed
$239,900
$178/sq ft
AVON HILL, ARCHITECTUALLY INTERESTING DUPLEX CONDOMIN- IUM IN A TURN-OF-THE-CENTURY HOUSE. LIVING ROOM WITH WOOD BURNING STOVE & CATHEDRAL CEILINGS & SKYLIGHTS. OPEN KITCHEN & DINING AREA WITH SLIDERS TO DECK. TILE BATH, SPIRAL TO
Public Records
Oct 16, 1984
Sold
$140,000
$104/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,732 (+6.7%)
$902,600
2024
$5,370 (+6.5%)
$907,100
2023
$5,043 (−0.5%)
$860,500
2022
$5,068 (+2.2%)
$856,100
2021
$4,961 (+5.9%)
$848,000
2020
$4,684 (+4.4%)
$814,600
2019
$4,485 (−0.8%)
$755,000
2018
$4,520 (+3.1%)
$718,600
2017
$4,386 (+1.9%)
$675,800
2016
$4,305 (+1.1%)
$615,900
2015
$4,259 (+1.7%)
$544,600
2014
$4,188 (+14.3%)
$499,800
2013
$3,665 (+4.1%)
$423,200
2012
$3,519 (+3.9%)
$415,000
2011
$3,386
$415,000
2010
$3,386 (+7.9%)
$415,000
2009
$3,137
$415,000
Tax history for 188 Upland Rd #6
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,732 (+6.7%)
$902,600
2024
$5,370 (+6.5%)
$907,100
2023
$5,043 (−0.5%)
$860,500
2022
$5,068 (+2.2%)
$856,100
2021
$4,961 (+5.9%)
$848,000
2020
$4,684 (+4.4%)
$814,600
2019
$4,485 (−0.8%)
$755,000
2018
$4,520 (+3.1%)
$718,600
2017
$4,386 (+1.9%)
$675,800
2016
$4,305 (+1.1%)
$615,900
2015
$4,259 (+1.7%)
$544,600
2014
$4,188 (+14.3%)
$499,800
2013
$3,665 (+4.1%)
$423,200
2012
$3,519 (+3.9%)
$415,000
2011
$3,386
$415,000
2010
$3,386 (+7.9%)
$415,000
2009
$3,137
$415,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,344
Year built
1900
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Middlesex County
APN
2573510S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Y
Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Unit
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,344
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Effective: 1973
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Fenced Yard
Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Common Walls: No One Above
Entry Level: 3
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,961
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $400
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Heat, Electricity, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance
Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry
Location Information
Directions: Upland Between Avon Hill Street and Raymond Street
UnparsedAddress: 188 Upland Rd # 6, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station, University
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2573510S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Peabody School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
58% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$925,000 – $1.12M
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