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$607,663$1,171 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $520,000 on May 23, 2019

159 5TH ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02141
Building report
1
Beds
1
Baths
519 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.
1,150 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1873
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

$608K
$587K low$628K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$520,000 · May 23, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,131 (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.$493,000 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$493,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$776,150

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.53
86
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.
57
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.80%
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
CountyMIDDLESEX
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Kennedy-LongfellowC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Cambridge Street Upper SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Cambridge School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02141These 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.167
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,413
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24,555 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,056
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$132,600
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

159 5th 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 85% of homes in Cambridge 02141
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Middlesex County
  • Among the smallest homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the smallest lots in Middlesex County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Cambridge 02141

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

This home
$366K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Cambridge 02141.

How it measures up in Cambridge 02141

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cambridge 02141.

Estimated value$607,663
CheaperTypical $855,831Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1171
CheaperTypical $933Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area519 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,046 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size1,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1873
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 159 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCambridge 02141Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$607,66315% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$117196% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than519 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than1,150 ft²4% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than187317% of homes3% of homes

About 159 5th St

How much is 159 5th St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 5th St, Cambridge, MA is $607,663 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $587,045 to $628,281. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 5th St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

159 5th St, Cambridge, MA last sold on May 23, 2019 for $520,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 5th St, Cambridge, MA?

159 5th St, Cambridge, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 519 square feet of living space.

When was 159 5th St, Cambridge, MA built?

159 5th St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1873, making it 153 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 5th St, Cambridge, MA?

159 5th St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Kennedy-Longfellow (elementary), rated C-; Cambridge Street Upper School (middle), rated C+; Cambridge Rindge and Latin (high), rated B. All sit in Cambridge School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 5th St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02141?

Among the 3,475 homes in Cambridge 02141, it is worth more than 15% of them ($607,663 against a typical $855,831), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($1171 against a typical $933), it is bigger than 2% of them (519 ft² against a typical 1,046 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (1,150 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1873 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 27% 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 159 5th St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 5th St, Cambridge, MA was $3,131. The county assessed it at $493,000.

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