Classic in golden brick enclave in heart of Porter Sq, steps to "T", great rest's & shops;this top flr condo in a stately complex offers generously proportioned rms; oversized LR & DR: fireplace; high ceilings,lg functional kitchen w/ample storage; classic black & white tiled bath; DR & K views over treetops; great light; 2 lg br's, good storage; period restoration in halls & beau. landscaped front gardens; condo assoc. well-managed & substantially owner-occupied; touch-up painting complete;
CondoProperty Type
1920Year Built
$709Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Louise Olson• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.
Bought with L. William Packard• Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Boston - Back Bay
Directions: off Mass Ave (north side) in heart of Porter Square
UnparsedAddress: 5 Newport Rd # 7, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,142
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 2894710S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Maria L. Baldwin School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
9/10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
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