18 Jay St Cambridge, MA 02139
Riverside NeighborhoodEstimated payment $6,907/month
Total Views
1,500
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,024
Sq Ft
$1,113
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Open Floorplan
- Contemporary Architecture
- Solid Surface Countertops
About This Home
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.
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, June 07, 202512:30 to 2:30 pm6/7/2025 12:30:00 PM +00:006/7/2025 2:30:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
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Sunday, June 08, 202512:30 to 2:30 pm6/8/2025 12:30:00 PM +00:006/8/2025 2:30:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,102
Year Built
- Built in 1985
Lot Details
- 938 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned 101
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Split Level Home
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,024 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Solid Surface Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Garage Access
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
Utilities
- Central Air
- Baseboard Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 408034
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,942 | $935,800 | $544,500 | $391,300 |
| 2024 | $5,761 | $973,200 | $598,600 | $374,600 |
| 2023 | $5,395 | $920,700 | $595,000 | $325,700 |
| 2022 | $5,509 | $930,500 | $642,600 | $287,900 |
| 2021 | $5,104 | $872,400 | $616,500 | $255,900 |
| 2020 | $4,898 | $851,900 | $609,200 | $242,700 |
| 2019 | $4,109 | $691,700 | $526,700 | $165,000 |
| 2018 | $3,860 | $613,700 | $455,700 | $158,000 |
| 2017 | $3,813 | $587,500 | $435,100 | $152,400 |
| 2016 | $3,467 | $496,000 | $341,200 | $154,800 |
| 2015 | $3,412 | $436,300 | $297,700 | $138,600 |
| 2014 | $3,546 | $423,100 | $286,300 | $136,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | For Sale | $1,140,000 | 0.0% | $1,113 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2023 03/20/23 | Rented | $4,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/11/2023 03/11/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/09/2023 03/09/23 | For Rent | $4,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/11/2022 04/11/22 | Rented | $4,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/10/2022 04/10/22 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/02/2022 04/02/22 | For Rent | $4,000 | +5.3% | -- |
| 05/11/2020 05/11/20 | Rented | $3,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/04/2020 05/04/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/22/2020 04/22/20 | For Rent | $3,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/12/2018 07/12/18 | Rented | $3,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/18/2018 05/18/18 | Sold | $916,000 | 0.0% | $895 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2018 05/18/18 | For Rent | $3,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/25/2018 04/25/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2018 04/17/18 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $780 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $916,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $292,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $165,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $334,700 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $128,800 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $323,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $300,700 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $233,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73383634
APN: CAMB-000125-000000-000120
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