#73330180, Donahue + Greene Group, Listing office: Compass
$1,140,000 List price
18 Jay St Cambridge, MA 02139
$10,000
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,024 sqft
0.02 acres
$1,113 / sqft
House
Property details
About 18 Jay St
Beautifully updated attached single-family in Cambridge’s sought-after Riverside neighborhood with no HOA! A rare private yard and an attached garage add both convenience and value. The interior has been well maintained and enhanced over the years, making it truly move-in ready. This bright, open-concept home offers three levels of space with new recessed lighting, a new hot water tank, Updated front and back stairs, new railings, and a refreshed deck. Currently offering two bedrooms, it has excellent potential to finish the basement/garage-Ideal for future resale or rental flexibility. Enjoy unbeatable location perks: just 0.4 miles to Central Square and the Red Line, minutes to Harvard, MIT, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and the Charles River. Whether you’re a homeowner or investor, this property offers the perfect blend of charm, access, and long-term potential.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,024 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1985
ParkingAttached, Under, Off Street, On Street
MLS #73383634
Attached garage1 space
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Under, Off Street, On Street
- Exterior: Deck, Deck - Vinyl
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Baseboard
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,140,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,113
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,761
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Other
- Directions: Take River St to Jay St in Cambridge
- Year Built: 1985
- Living Area: 1,024 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.02 Acres
- MLS Number: 73383634
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: eXp Realty
- Office Phone: (888) 854-7493
- Listing Agent: Montivista Real Estate Group
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2001 | Home Sold | $292,000 |
| May 09, 1997 | Home Sold | $165,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $973,200 | $5,761 |
| 2023 | $920,700 | $5,395 |
| 2022 | $930,500 | $5,509 |
| 2021 | $872,400 | $5,104 |
| 2020 | $851,900 | $4,898 |
| 2019 | $691,700 | $4,109 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Martin Luther King Jr.
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•102 Putnam Ave
7
Morse
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•40 Granite St
8
Cambridgeport
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•89 Elm St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $66,274. Residents of Cambridge, MA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
24%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
58%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
44%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Hiking/backpacking
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Jack In The Box
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Audi
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Alternative
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 18 Jay St
The listing price of 18 Jay St property is $1,140,000.
The property 18 Jay St is a house located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02139.
Active Listing: 18 Jay St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 18 Jay St are: Martin Luther King Jr. (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Morse (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Cambridgeport (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Amigos School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Putnam Avenue Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cambridge Street Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Prospect Hill Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Cambridge Rindge and Latin (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Match Charter Public School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,761 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 27, 2001 for $292,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 18 Jay St has 2 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 18 Jay St is 1,024 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 18 Jay St is 1985.
This home is located at 18 Jay St in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02139 in the Riverside neighborhood. This 1,024 square foot home, which was built in 1985, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,140,000.
Cambridge, MA housing market in May 2025 saw over 28 listings sold above listed price, more than 5 sold at listed price and over 24 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Cambridge, MA increased by 16.3% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 34 days, the median list price was $1,180,111.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.