$595,000
SOLD NOV 10, 2025

38 Linnaean St Unit 4 Cambridge, MA 02138

Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
625 Sq Ft
$543/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$952 Per Sq Ft

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Wood Flooring
  • Tennis Courts
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Jogging Path

About This Home

As of November 2025

This condominium offers an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of classic architecture in a vibrant city setting. Built in 1920, this residence presents a unique blend of historical charm and modern urban living. The 2nd floor one-bedroom condo in a Harlow 61 unit brick building in the coveted Radcliffe area. With a welcoming courtyard and four distinct entrances. The home features beautiful period details, including a mantel fireplace framed by built-in bookshelves, generous room proportions, and high ceilings. Oversized windows provide excellent light, foliage views, and cross-ventilation. The spacious bedroom enjoys morning light through large windows. A wide entry hallway offers versatile space for storage or a home office. The compact kitchen is thoughtfully designed with ample cabinetry and a cozy breakfast nook. Recent updates include new windows in the bath, kitchen, and bedroom and a new roof on the building. Well-managed association. Common Laundry and shared storage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Currier

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 10/01/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Co-Listed By

Sally Cousins

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Drapkin

Compass

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,400

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

HOA Fees

  • $543 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 625 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Entryway
  • Dining Area
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00212 L:00052038/4,415338

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
  • 61 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Jogging Path

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,400

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$543 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Entry Hall
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Vinyl, Dining Area, Gas Stove
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 625
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 625
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN6181
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam, Oil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Storage
  • Association Fee: 543
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:00212 L:00052038/4,415338
  • Zoning: B
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3400

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 61
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 1989
Sold by
Adelberg Robert
Bought by
Black Suzanna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$88,000
Interest Rate
9.9%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $135,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $66,000 No Value Available
Closed $88,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/10/2025 11/10/25 Sold $595,000 0.0% $952 / Sq Ft
10/07/2025 10/07/25 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2025 10/01/25 For Sale $595,000 +14.4% $952 / Sq Ft
02/10/2023 02/10/23 Sold $520,000 +4.2% $832 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/16/2023 01/16/23 Pending -- -- --
01/10/2023 01/10/23 For Sale $499,000 -- $798 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $3,400 $535,400 $0 $535,400
2024 $3,052 $515,600 $0 $515,600
2023 $3,110 $530,700 $0 $530,700
2022 $3,281 $554,200 $0 $554,200
2021 $3,211 $548,900 $0 $548,900
2020 $3,163 $550,100 $0 $550,100
2019 $3,029 $509,900 $0 $509,900
2018 $2,941 $467,500 $0 $467,500
2017 $2,760 $425,300 $0 $425,300
2016 $2,606 $372,800 $0 $372,800
2015 $2,578 $329,700 $0 $329,700
2014 $2,537 $302,700 $0 $302,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Barbara Currier

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Barbara Currier

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

    (617) 593-7070

    15 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Barbara Currier
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  • Sally Cousins

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Sally Cousins

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

    (617) 827-4948

    5 in this area

    25 Total Sales

    Sally Cousins
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  • Lisa Drapkin

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Lisa Drapkin

    Compass

    (617) 930-1288

    5 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Lisa Drapkin
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  • Barbara Baker

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Barbara Baker

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

    (617) 694-7250

    10 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Barbara Baker
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73437952

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000212-000000-000052-000038-4

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 Neighborhood Nine

38 Linnaean St Unit 4, Cambridge, MA

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