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$718,148$1,088 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $330,000 on Nov 20, 2007

12 WARE ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Building report
1
Beds
1
Baths
660 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$718K
$654K low$782K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Nov 20, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,328 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$681,600 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$681,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$614,935

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyMIDDLESEX
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(14)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.1 mi
M
Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Martin Luther King Jr.A-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi

District: Cambridge School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02138These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,448 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,772
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,381
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

12 Ware St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 77% of homes in Cambridge 02138
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Mid-Cambridge
  • Among the newest homes in Mid-Cambridge

What homes are worth in Cambridge 02138

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$433K$7.2M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Cambridge 02138.

How it measures up in Cambridge 02138

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cambridge 02138.

Estimated value$718,148
CheaperTypical $1,054,741Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1088
CheaperTypical $986Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area660 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,325 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.61 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 12 Ware St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMid-CambridgeCambridge 02138Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$718,14834% of homes23% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$108877% of homes64% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than660 ft²23% of homes13% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.61 ac96% of homes88% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than2000almost all homes97% of homes88% of homes

About 12 Ware St

How much is 12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA is $718,148 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $654,313 to $781,983. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Nov 20, 2007 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA?

12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 660 square feet of living space.

When was 12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA built?

12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA?

12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Cambridge Rindge and Latin (high), rated A-; Putnam Avenue Upper School (middle), rated B; Martin Luther King Jr. (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Cambridge School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02138?

Among the 7,738 homes in Cambridge 02138, it is worth more than 23% of them ($718,148 against a typical $1,054,741), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($1088 against a typical $986), it is bigger than 13% of them (660 ft² against a typical 1,325 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.61 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2000 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 42% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Ware St, Cambridge, MA was $4,328. The county assessed it at $681,600.

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