Seller's Agent in 2025
Kate Duggan
Bostonia Properties
(617) 418-9882
1 in this area
107 Total Sales
42 Valentine St Cambridge, MA 02139
Cambridgeport Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,011
Sq Ft
1,623
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Deck
- No HOA
- 1-minute walk to Dana Square Park
About This Home
As of June 2025This charming single family home, designed by Bell & Fandetti Architects, is an oasis in the heart of Cambridgeport with a lovely deck and a deeded parking space. The home features an abundance of natural sunlight with numerous large south facing windows and magnificent vaulted ceilings. The open concept first floor provides a comfortable atmosphere perfect for relaxing weekends. The lovely deck offers a perfect place to relax outdoors and read a book or enjoy dinner with friends. The roof was replaced in 2019 and a new furnace was installed in 2022. This well cared for home in a quiet location is conveniently located close to the Charles Rives, Central Square, Harvard Square, the Red Line, and more! Open houses Saturday and Sunday 12:00 - 1:30.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,584
Year Built
- Built in 1976
Lot Details
- 1,623 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned C-1
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,011 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
- Driveway
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Deeded Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:00094 L:00192,404003
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 24, 2025
Closed on
Jun 2, 2025
Sold by
Msw T T and Msw Qin
Bought by
Penzkofer Gerhard and Penzkofer Heather P
Seller's Agent
Kate Duggan
Bostonia Properties
Buyer's Agent
Pei-Chi Li
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
List Price
$1,349,000
Sold Price
$1,525,000
Premium/Discount to List
$176,000
13.05%
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$47,751
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.85%
Original Mortgage
$575,000
Outstanding Balance
$571,530
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$905,719
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2022
Sold by
Qin Shihan
Bought by
Msw T T and Msw Qin
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 6, 2018
Closed on
Aug 16, 2018
Sold by
Sayles William J and Daly Kathleen
Bought by
Qin Shihan
Seller's Agent
Lisa May
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Li
Feng Shui Realty
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$151,000
15.91%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.04%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 21, 2013
Closed on
May 20, 2013
Sold by
Cohen Joshua A and Lindauer Margo K
Bought by
Sayles William J and Sayles Kathleen
Seller's Agent
John Barmon
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Mary and Spencer Lane
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
10.22%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.14%
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 21, 2010
Sold by
Levine Lawrence M and Levine Kristin J
Bought by
Lindauer Margo K and Cohen Joshua A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 22, 2005
Sold by
Newman Andrew E
Bought by
Levine Kristin J and Levine Lawrence M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 6, 1996
Sold by
Malley Richard
Bought by
Newman Andrew E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 22, 1990
Sold by
Pomarede Jean-Michel
Bought by
Malley Richard
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,525,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,525,000 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,100,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $1,100,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $550,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $550,000 | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $550,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $427,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $427,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $427,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $429,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $429,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $429,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $206,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $206,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $171,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $171,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $575,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $575,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $440,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | Sold | $1,525,000 | +13.0% | $1,508 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | For Sale | $1,349,000 | 0.0% | $1,334 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/23/2024 04/23/24 | Rented | $5,200 | +4.0% | -- | |
| 04/12/2024 04/12/24 | For Rent | $5,000 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 08/16/2018 08/16/18 | Sold | $1,100,000 | +15.9% | $996 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/13/2018 06/13/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/06/2018 06/06/18 | For Sale | $949,000 | +72.5% | $860 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/20/2013 05/20/13 | Sold | $550,000 | +10.2% | $569 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/13/2013 04/13/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/21/2013 03/21/13 | For Sale | $499,000 | -- | $517 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,584 | $1,194,300 | $649,100 | $545,200 |
| 2024 | $7,310 | $1,234,800 | $713,000 | $521,800 |
| 2023 | $6,696 | $1,142,600 | $688,800 | $453,800 |
| 2022 | $6,722 | $1,135,400 | $734,200 | $401,200 |
| 2021 | $6,159 | $1,052,900 | $679,000 | $373,900 |
| 2020 | $5,744 | $998,900 | $644,300 | $354,600 |
| 2019 | $4,970 | $836,700 | $561,900 | $274,800 |
| 2018 | $3,130 | $757,100 | $494,100 | $263,000 |
| 2017 | $4,744 | $730,900 | $484,400 | $246,500 |
| 2016 | $4,303 | $615,600 | $382,700 | $232,900 |
| 2015 | $4,243 | $542,600 | $334,200 | $208,400 |
| 2014 | $3,985 | $475,500 | $317,300 | $158,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kate Duggan
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Pei-Chi Li
P
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Pei-Chi Li
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
(617) 935-9017
1 in this area
12 Total Sales
-
Bin Yan
Seller's Agent in 2024
Bin Yan
Ark Real Estate Inc.
(718) 899-7000
11 Total Sales
-
I
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Ioana Mindrean
Red Tree Real Estate
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Lisa May
Seller's Agent in 2018
Lisa May
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 429-3188
5 in this area
126 Total Sales
-
Lisa Li
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Lisa Li
Feng Shui Realty
(617) 335-4829
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73364529
APN: CAMB-000094-000000-000192
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