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Off Market Jan 2025 for $808K

$878,250

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948

sq ft

42 Roberts Rd #1, Cambridge, MA 02138

About this home

Bright and inviting, this well-maintained 2 bed 1 bath condo showcases a stunning west-facing living room where natural light creates an uplifting atmosphere throughout the day. The classic wood flooring adds character and warmth to every room, while the practical first-floor location ensures easy access and convenience. The thoughtfully designed kitchen offers modern functionality for everyday living and entertaining. Generous storage space and flowing layout make daily life a breeze. The property's smart design maximizes comfort and utility. Situated in an established neighborhood, this home provides easy access to local amenities while maintaining a peaceful residential setting. Located in mid-Cambridge, the unit features deeded gardening and parking. Only a few blocks from both Harvard and Inman Squares and the 59 bus-line, it is a commuter’s dream. Well-proportioned rooms and practical features combine to create an appealing space that's ready to become your next home.

CondoProperty Type

1920Year Built

$926Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Juliet Jenkins • Leading Edge Real Estate

Bought with Amy Tillotson • Leading Edge Real Estate

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #73317409

Redfin Estimate

$878,250

$70K since sold in January 2025$9,000 since August

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$820,000
A
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$775,000
B
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$700,000
C
2 beds1 bath914 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$740,000
D
2 beds1 bath855 sq ft
17 Buckingham St #2, Somerville, MA 02143
SOLD AUG 24, 2026
$1,005,000
E
2 beds1.5 baths967 sq ft
20 Carver St #3, Cambridge, MA 02138
SOLD MAY 1, 2026
$1,180,000
F
2 beds1 bath1,037 sq ft
49-51 Maple Ave #49, Cambridge, MA 02139

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Market trends in 02138, MA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.5%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$190K MoM

Avg. days on market

21d

1 days MoM

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19 MoM

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Sale history for 42 Roberts Rd #1

Date

Event

Price

MLS PIN #73317409

Jan 10, 2025

Sold

$808,000

$852/sq ft

Dec 12, 2024

Contingent

—

Dec 4, 2024

Listed

$774,900

$817/sq ft

MLS PIN #71038217

Mar 17, 2010

Sold

$409,000

$431/sq ft

Mar 1, 2010

Contingent

—

Feb 26, 2010

Listed

$409,000

$431/sq ft

MLS PIN #30638665

Oct 15, 2002

Sold

$374,000

$395/sq ft

Sep 6, 2002

Listing Removed

—

Aug 22, 2002

Listed

$379,000

$400/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 21, 2000

Sold

$279,000

$294/sq ft

MLS PIN #50497565

Jul 21, 1998

Sold

$235,000

$248/sq ft

May 4, 1998

Listing Removed

—

Apr 29, 1998

Listed

$232,000

$245/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 28, 1996

Sold

$170,000

$179/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 21, 1991

Sold

$139,000

$147/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,055 (+10.6%)

$796,100

2024

$4,570 (+1.8%)

$772,000

2023

$4,491 (+0.4%)

$766,300

2022

$4,474 (+2.8%)

$755,800

2021

$4,352 (+4.0%)

$743,900

2020

$4,184 (+4.2%)

$727,700

2019

$4,015 (+2.7%)

$675,900

2018

$3,908 (+5.2%)

$621,300

2017

$3,714 (+4.7%)

$572,300

2016

$3,547 (+1.0%)

$507,400

2015

$3,511 (+4.1%)

$449,000

2014

$3,373 (−0.5%)

$402,500

2013

$3,390 (+3.2%)

$391,400

2012

$3,286 (+8.2%)

$387,500

2011

$3,037

$372,200

2010

$3,037 (+7.9%)

$372,200

2009

$2,814

$372,200

Tax history for 42 Roberts Rd #1

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,055 (+10.6%)

$796,100

2024

$4,570 (+1.8%)

$772,000

2023

$4,491 (+0.4%)

$766,300

2022

$4,474 (+2.8%)

$755,800

2021

$4,352 (+4.0%)

$743,900

2020

$4,184 (+4.2%)

$727,700

2019

$4,015 (+2.7%)

$675,900

2018

$3,908 (+5.2%)

$621,300

2017

$3,714 (+4.7%)

$572,300

2016

$3,547 (+1.0%)

$507,400

2015

$3,511 (+4.1%)

$449,000

2014

$3,373 (−0.5%)

$402,500

2013

$3,390 (+3.2%)

$391,400

2012

$3,286 (+8.2%)

$387,500

2011

$3,037

$372,200

2010

$3,037 (+7.9%)

$372,200

2009

$2,814

$372,200

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

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

—

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

890

Year built

1920

Style

Condo/Co-op

County

Middlesex County

APN

169071S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street

Interior

Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 110
Length: 11
Width: 10
Level: Main,First
Features: Flooring - Wood,Closet - Double

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 117
Length: 13
Width: 9
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Wood,Recessed Lighting

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1

Bathroom #1 Information
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Marble

Living Room Information
Area: 180
Length: 15
Width: 12
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled

Dining Room Information
Area: 120
Length: 12
Width: 10
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Wood,French Doors,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Pendant

Kitchen Information
Area: 132
Length: 12
Width: 11
Level: Main,First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Wood,Pantry,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Countertops - Upgraded,Dryer Hookup - Gas,Exterior Access,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances,Washer Hookup,Gas Stove,Lighting - Pendant

Basement Information
Basement: Y

Laundry Information
Laundry Dimen: 3X3
Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Flooring: Wood, Marble
Interior Features: Closet, Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 948
Construction Materials: Frame
StructureType: 2/3 Family
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Garden, Rain Gutters

Property Information
PropertySubType: Condominium
Entry Level: 1
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,570
Tax Year: 2024

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Steam
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: $136.20
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Location Information
Directions: From Kirkland St, turn onto Roberts Rd, condo is 233 on left, Harvard Sq T & 69 bus
UnparsedAddress: 42 Roberts Rd # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat, Public School, T-Station, University
Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 890
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 169071S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

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Schools

John M. Tobin Montessori School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

9/10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi

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

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

63% 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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Cambridge, MA • 02138

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$835,000 – $1.01M

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Home values near 42 Roberts Rd #1

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
42 Roberts Rd Apartment 2, Cambridge, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 890 Sq. Ft.	$834,843
46 Roberts Rd, Cambridge, MA 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2026 Sq. Ft.	$2,238,161

Address	Redfin Estimate
42 Roberts Rd Apartment 3, Cambridge, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 960 Sq. Ft.	$857,582
441 Roberts Rd Apartment 2, Cambridge, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 958 Sq. Ft.	$914,795

Address	Redfin Estimate
401 Roberts Rd Apartment 2, Cambridge, MA 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3606 Sq. Ft.	$2,535,890
441 Roberts Rd Apartment 1, Cambridge, MA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 979 Sq. Ft.	$832,949

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