Inviting two-family on a corner lot in North Cambridge. The two-bedroom owner's residence upstairs features a renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and peninsula counter next to a charming dining area. Lovely light-filled living room. Good size bedrooms, each with two exposures. Full bath with shower-tub. The first floor 2-BR residence is rented through October 31, 2021. Both units here enjoy covered porches front and back, perfect for summer nights. Full basement with laundry and separate systems. Generous two-car driveway off Jackson Street. Solar panels installed on roof in 2015. The ample attic enjoys good head height. The endless possibilities here will make this property appealing to owner-occupants, investors and developers. Rare to find a two-family in such nice condition in this location. Enjoy easy access to the Red Line at Alewife and Whole Foods, as well as the many restaurants & shops in nearby Davis Square and Porter Square.
This solid North Cambridge 2-family has been well-maintained, with newer systems and a 9 year old roof. Each unit has parking, wood floors, ample locking storage, an eat-in kitchen, and a front and back porch. Commuter-friendly, and priced to sell quickly. Open house Sunday 1/30 from 12:00 to 1:30.
MLS PIN #30279226
May 10, 1999
Sold
$212,000
$136/sq ft
Feb 7, 1999
Listing Removed
—
Dec 3, 1998
Listed
$229,900
$148/sq ft
GREAT 2-FAMILY IN CONVENIENT N. CAMBRIDGE LOCATION. BOTH UNITS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH NEWER BATHS, HARDWOOD FLRS THROUGHOUT. 2 CAR PKG. 1ST FL VACANT--TAKE KEY AND GO 2ND FLOOR AT 2ND SHOWING ONLY. CALL LISTING OFFICE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,551 (+6.4%)
$325,200 + $549,000
$874,200
2024
$5,216 (−3.7%)
$352,400 + $528,600
$881,000
2023
$5,419 (+35.3%)
$359,400 + $565,300
$924,700
2022
$4,004 (+2.6%)
$363,000 + $313,300
$676,300
2021
$3,903 (+4.3%)
$364,300 + $302,900
$667,200
2020
$3,742 (+5.8%)
$353,600 + $297,200
$650,800
2019
$3,537 (+8.6%)
$315,600 + $279,800
$595,400
2018
$3,256 (−0.1%)
$265,800 + $251,800
$517,600
2017
$3,260 (+0.5%)
$249,200 + $253,100
$502,300
2016
$3,245 (+1.1%)
$215,900 + $248,400
$464,300
2015
$3,209 (+5.4%)
$189,800 + $220,500
$410,300
2014
$3,045 (+0.1%)
$166,100 + $197,300
$363,400
2013
$3,041 (−0.9%)
$153,000 + $198,100
$351,100
2012
$3,068 (+3.9%)
$163,700 + $198,100
$361,800
2011
$2,952
$163,700 + $198,100
$361,800
2010
$2,952 (+5.0%)
$163,700 + $198,100
$361,800
2009
$2,811
$170,500 + $201,300
$371,800
Tax history for 277 Rindge Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,551 (+6.4%)
$325,200 + $549,000
$874,200
2024
$5,216 (−3.7%)
$352,400 + $528,600
$881,000
2023
$5,419 (+35.3%)
$359,400 + $565,300
$924,700
2022
$4,004 (+2.6%)
$363,000 + $313,300
$676,300
2021
$3,903 (+4.3%)
$364,300 + $302,900
$667,200
2020
$3,742 (+5.8%)
$353,600 + $297,200
$650,800
2019
$3,537 (+8.6%)
$315,600 + $279,800
$595,400
2018
$3,256 (−0.1%)
$265,800 + $251,800
$517,600
2017
$3,260 (+0.5%)
$249,200 + $253,100
$502,300
2016
$3,245 (+1.1%)
$215,900 + $248,400
$464,300
2015
$3,209 (+5.4%)
$189,800 + $220,500
$410,300
2014
$3,045 (+0.1%)
$166,100 + $197,300
$363,400
2013
$3,041 (−0.9%)
$153,000 + $198,100
$351,100
2012
$3,068 (+3.9%)
$163,700 + $198,100
$361,800
2011
$2,952
$163,700 + $198,100
$361,800
2010
$2,952 (+5.0%)
$163,700 + $198,100
$361,800
2009
$2,811
$170,500 + $201,300
$371,800
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,742 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,554
Year built
1860
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Middlesex County
APN
413832
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
Mar 19, 2021 • Final
Building: alteration and addition
Replace the front railing, decking, and trim. Replace the structural posts to provide sufficient support.
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 Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Paved Drive, Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Tile
Interior Features: Living Room, Kitchen
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: Y
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,554
Foundation Details: Stone
Construction Materials: Frame
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Deck - Composite, Covered
Property Information
PropertySubType: Multi Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.04
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,395.63
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating Units: 2
Location
Location Information
Directions: Located at the corner of Rindge Avenue and Jackson Street. Driveway for 277 Rindge Ave off Jackson.
UnparsedAddress: 277 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,554
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1,742 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1860
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 413832
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
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 • 1.8mi
8/10
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