199 Prospect St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02139
Mid-Cambridge NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,363/month
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Wood Flooring
- Jogging Path
- Property is near public transit and schools
- Solid Surface Countertops
- 2-minute walk to Edward Sennott Park
About This Home
BEST COMBINATION of LOCATION and VALUE in the heart of Cambridge! This well-maintained garden level studio in Central Square is perfectly situated between Harvard and MIT. Thoughtful updates include a modern bathroom, custom lighting, in-unit laundry, additional kitchen storage, tons of built-in creative storage solutions, and an architectural marvel of a bookshelf. Enjoy living in a pet-friendly, professionally managed homeowners association, walking distance to parks, shops, restaurants, and the MBTA red line. Set back off the street, you’re in the middle of the city bustle without the noise.
Listing Agent
Daniel Kessinger
Redfin Corp. Listed on: 02/26/2026
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,134
Year Built
- Built in 1905
HOA Fees
- $183 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Frame Construction
Interior Spaces
- 389 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Recessed Lighting
- Light Fixtures
Kitchen
- Range
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Hot Water Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:00109 L:00080000A1,405589
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
- 10 Units
- Mid-Rise Community
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Map
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 | $2,784 | $438,500 | $0 | $438,500 |
| 2024 | $2,379 | $401,900 | $0 | $401,900 |
| 2023 | $2,464 | $420,500 | $0 | $420,500 |
| 2022 | $2,454 | $414,500 | $0 | $414,500 |
| 2021 | $2,402 | $410,600 | $0 | $410,600 |
| 2020 | $2,253 | $391,900 | $0 | $391,900 |
| 2019 | $2,157 | $363,200 | $0 | $363,200 |
| 2018 | $2,072 | $329,400 | $0 | $329,400 |
| 2017 | $1,902 | $293,000 | $0 | $293,000 |
| 2016 | $1,784 | $255,200 | $0 | $255,200 |
| 2015 | $1,764 | $225,600 | $0 | $225,600 |
| 2014 | $1,698 | $202,600 | $0 | $202,600 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2026 04/08/26 | Price Changed | $375,000 | -3.6% | $964 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/19/2026 03/19/26 | Price Changed | $389,000 | -2.7% | $1,000 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/26/2026 02/26/26 | For Sale | $399,999 | +0.5% | $1,028 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/30/2023 06/30/23 | Sold | $398,000 | 0.0% | $1,050 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/10/2023 06/10/23 | Rented | $2,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 06/05/2023 06/05/23 | For Rent | $2,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 05/04/2023 05/04/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/25/2023 04/25/23 | For Sale | $398,000 | 0.0% | $1,050 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/19/2021 07/19/21 | Rented | $2,100 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/14/2021 07/14/21 | Price Changed | $2,100 | -8.7% | $4 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/06/2021 07/06/21 | For Rent | $2,300 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 06/10/2019 06/10/19 | Rented | $2,300 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 05/22/2019 05/22/19 | For Rent | $2,300 | +9.5% | -- | |
| 05/22/2015 05/22/15 | Rented | $2,100 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 05/22/2015 05/22/15 | For Rent | $2,100 | +5.0% | -- | |
| 05/21/2014 05/21/14 | Rented | $2,000 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 05/21/2014 05/21/14 | For Rent | $2,000 | +11.1% | -- | |
| 06/27/2013 06/27/13 | Rented | $1,800 | -14.3% | -- | |
| 05/28/2013 05/28/13 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/08/2013 05/08/13 | For Rent | $2,100 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/18/2012 04/18/12 | Rented | $2,100 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/18/2012 04/18/12 | For Rent | $2,100 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $230,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $92,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $172,500 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $184,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $164,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $74,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73480503
APN: CAMB-000109-000000-000080-000001
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