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#73361245, Jaclyn Kryzak, Listing Office: Labrava Realty, LLC
$1,195,000 List price
549 Franklin St Cambridge, MA 02139
$10,000
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,366 sqft
0.02 acres
$875 / sqft
House
Property details
About 549 Franklin St
In a sea of sameness, it takes real courage to break the mold. That’s this Riverside home in a nutshell—bold, and unapologetically different—and it’s a creative blank canvas, freshly painted and ready for your style to shine! Inside, you’ll discover five spacious rooms spread across three levels. On the first floor, you’ll find a generous bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, along with a spacious living room featuring French doors that open to the patio. The second floor boasts vaulted ceilings, an open-concept living/dining/kitchen area, and a large bedroom with a charming south-facing balcony. The third floor offers endless possibilities! Use it as extra sleeping space, a playroom, or an office—the choice is yours! Located in the heart of Cambridge, Riverside is a vibrant, close-knit neighborhood with tree-lined streets, and top-tier accessibility. Near the Charles River, Harvard, Central, and the sought-after MLK Jr. School, it blends city access with a true sense of community.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,366 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.02 Acres
Year built1902
ParkingOn Street
MLS #73356904
Summary
- MLS Number: 73356904
- MLS Name: MLS Property Information Network
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (617) 303-0067
- Listing Agent: Emma Guardia Roland Rambaud & Team
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,080,900 | $6,399 |
| 2023 | $1,041,500 | $6,103 |
| 2022 | $1,023,200 | $6,057 |
| 2021 | $988,400 | $5,782 |
| 2020 | $967,100 | $5,561 |
| 2019 | $845,800 | $5,024 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Martin Luther King Jr.
Public District PK-5
0.1 mi
•102 Putnam Ave
8
Cambridgeport
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•89 Elm St
6
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•225 Windsor 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 $67,813. The majority of Cambridge, MA residents have income less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
35%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
8%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
64%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
40%
18-34 yrs old
33%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Art Museums
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Bloomingdales
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Audi
Mercedes
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 549 Franklin St
This home is located at 549 Franklin St in Cambridge, MA and zip code 02139 in the Riverside neighborhood. This 1,366 square foot home, which was built in 1902, sits on a 0.02 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,195,000.
While more than 16 listings in Cambridge, MA in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 1 listings sold at asking price, and more than 16 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Cambridge, MA increased by 38.6% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 40 days, the median list price was $1,194,375.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.