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5 Walden St #2 Cambridge — Photo 1 of 15

5 Walden St #2 Cambridge — Photo 1 of 15

Recent Drop: $44,000

$529,000
$485,000

$485,000

5 Walden St #2, Cambridge, MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140

Beds

2

Baths

1

SqFt

538

Style

Condominium

Built

1970

BEST PRICED 2-BEDROOM IN CAMBRIDGE! An exceptional opportunity to own a move-in-ready 2-bedroom, bright & Sunny, corner condo at an attractive entry-level price. Ideal for first-time buyers, investors, professionals or those looking to simplify, this updated home offers an outstanding value just minutes to Porter or Davis Squares. Features include hardwood floors throughout, an updated kitchen with natural wood Shaker cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances & tile backsplash, plus central A/C with 3 mini-splits. Two generous bedrooms, great closet space, abundant natural light & laundry conveniently located next to the unit make everyday living easy. Enjoy 1 OFF-STREET PARKING SPACE, a fenced common garden & low condo fees that include heat & hot water. Recent building improvements include a new roof (2024) & common hot water tank. Walk to restaurants, cafés, shopping & entertainment in Porter & Davis Squares. Just 7 minutes to Porter’s Red Line & Commuter Rail, with bus service to Harvard Sq & Arlington outside your door. Additional City permit parking is available across the street. Whether you’re ready to stop renting, purchase your first Cambridge home, simplify city living or add a high-demand property to your investment portfolio, this is an opportunity that’s increasingly difficult to find. Exceptional location. Move-in ready. Outstanding Cambridge value.

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Market Value Analysis

This Property
Size (SqFt) →Price →
This Property$901/sqft
Local Avg (Cambridge)$839/sqft
7% AboveMarket Average

* Analysis is based on 24 actively listed and recently sold comparable properties strictly within Cambridge, MA.

Property Details

Financials

Original Price$529,000
Annual Taxes$3,182
HOA Fee$536

Parking

Garage0
Off-Street1

Interior Specifications

Total Rooms4
FireplacesNone
FlooringHardwood
BasementN

Climate & Utilities

HeatingBaseboard, Ductless
CoolingDuctless
WaterPublic
SewerPublic Sewer

Building & Exterior

ConstructionBrick
RoofRubber
Foundation--
ZoningBA2

Property & Lot

Acres--
SqFt Lot--
Lot Features--

Amenities & Appliances

Range • Dishwasher • Refrigerator

Geography

Property History

Price Drop
$485,000

Was $499,000

Sep 9, 2026

MLS® 73541856

Price Drop
$499,000

Was $529,000

Jul 23, 2026

MLS® 73541856

Listed
$529,000

Jun 25, 2026

MLS® 73541856

Population

21,204

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B01003)

Median Household Income

$135K

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B19013)

Renter-Occupied Homes

65.1%

U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (B25003)

New Construction Permits — Middlesex County

2,667 housing units permitted in the last 12 months (-2% vs the prior 12 months) — 1,709 in 5+ unit buildings

U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey (through Jun '26)

Listing Provided By

Listing Agent: Domingo Medina

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington

MLS® Number: 73541856

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