$1,750,000
SOLD OCT 24, 2025

185 Putnam Ave Unit 185 Cambridge, MA 02139

Riverside Neighborhood
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,041 Sq Ft
$628/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$857 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Medical Services
  • Wood Flooring
  • Golf Course Community
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2-minute walk to Wheeler Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

Townhouse close to Harvard and the Charles River?! Look no further! Modern 3+ bed, 3-bath townhome built in 2017, offering 2041 sqft. of flexible open living space plus 1-car parking. The main level features a bright, open layout with a sleek kitchen, dining area, and large living room with a gas fireplace—ideal for entertaining. A finished lower level provides a bonus family room, additional storage and a full bath. The top floor is a private retreat with a spacious primary suite, vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, and spacious en-suite bathroom with a large walk-in shower. Two more bedrooms and a full bath on the second level offering comfort for family or guests. Located in an unbeatable location, close to Harvard and Central Square, Red Line MBTA, Hoyt Field, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Mass Pike, MLK Elementary & Putnam Ave Upper School, MIT, Harvard and the Charles River - this turnkey home is ready for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Drapkin

Compass Listed on: 09/15/2025

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Co-Listed By

Mona Chen

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Last Buyer's Agent

Hans Nagrath

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Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,760

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

HOA Fees

  • $628 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Frame Construction
  • Spray Foam Insulation
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Intercom
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on third floor
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 3 Cooling Zones
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, snow removal, reserve funds
  • 7 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,760

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

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HOA Fees

$628 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 4

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Basement
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Third
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 3 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 3 Level: Basement
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, In Unit, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1717
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 324
  • Living Area: 2041
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 4
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • MAIN SO: AN2383
  • Insulation: Mixed, Spray Foam

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Individual
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 628.17
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: No

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5759.72

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 7
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/24/2025 10/24/25 Sold $1,750,000 +6.1% $857 / Sq Ft
09/18/2025 09/18/25 Pending -- -- --
09/15/2025 09/15/25 For Sale $1,650,000 +36.4% $808 / Sq Ft
03/30/2018 03/30/18 Sold $1,210,000 +1.3% $593 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/06/2018 02/06/18 Pending -- -- --
01/31/2018 01/31/18 For Sale $1,195,000 0.0% $585 / Sq Ft
11/28/2017 11/28/17 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2017 10/16/17 Price Changed $1,195,000 -4.4% $585 / Sq Ft
09/06/2017 09/06/17 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $612 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisa Drapkin

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Lisa Drapkin

    Compass

    (617) 930-1288

    7 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Lisa Drapkin
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  • M

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Mona Chen

    Compass

    (781) 915-7267

    5 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Mona Chen
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  • C

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Calif Trinh

    Compass

    (909) 896-7125

    1 in this area

    17 Total Sales

    Calif Trinh
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  • Hans Nagrath

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Hans Nagrath

    Compass

    (646) 577-1294

    3 in this area

    156 Total Sales

    Hans Nagrath
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  • David Lilley

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    David Lilley

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    (617) 290-5868

    5 in this area

    146 Total Sales

    David Lilley
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73431088

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 Riverside

185 Putnam Ave Unit 185, Cambridge, MA

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