$2,890,000

281 Cardinal Medeiros Ave Cambridge, MA 02141

7 beds
4 full
3,792 sqft
0.06 acres
$762 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 281 Cardinal Medeiros Ave

Newly renovated three-family residence nestled at a corner lot in one of Cambridge’s most desirable locations. Right next to Kendall Sq., walking distance to MIT and Kendall/MIT Red Line T Station, less than two miles to MGH. Unit 1 offers two levels of comfort living. Ground level features three bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchen w/ custom cabinetry and quartz countertop island. Lower level hosts an office, a full bathroom and extra living/entertainment area. Both Unit 2 & 3 features an eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, one bath and a comfortable living room. Unit 2 also offer an office. Each unit is equipped with its own separate utilities and HVAC systems. Plus, total four off street parking, including two garage parking spaces accessing from Vandine St. All units are under Aug. 31st leasing cycle, generating $11,100 in rent per month.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingHeat Pump, Window Unit(s)
Size3,792 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.06 Acres
Year built1894
ParkingOff Street, On Street
MLS #73355468
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 73355468
  • MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
  • Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
  • Office Phone: (617) 864-4430
  • Listing Agent: Nathan Long

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 03, 2020
Home Sold
$1,925,000
Nov 14, 1994
Home Sold
$223,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,801,000$10,662
2023$1,658,900$9,721
2022$1,525,600$9,032
2021$1,324,500$7,748
2020$1,313,200$7,551
2019$1,264,600$7,512

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Kennedy-Longfellow

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

158 Spring St

4

King Open

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

850 Cambridge St

6

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

225 Windsor St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $69,489. Typical income of Cambridge, MA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

27%
<35k
38%
35k-100k
31%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

59%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
48%
18-34 yrs old
30%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • TennisTennis
  • Art MuseumsArt Museums

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • BMWBMW
  • AudiAudi

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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This home is located at 281 Cardinal Medeiros Ave in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02141 in the Wellington-Harrington neighborhood. This 3,792 square foot home, which was built in 1894, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,890,000.

Over 16 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Cambridge, MA. In the same period over 16 listings were sold below the listed price and 1 listings were sold for the listed price. Between February and March 2025, Cambridge, MA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 38.6%. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $1,194,375, while the average time on the real estate market was 40 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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