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$1,874,833$488 / 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 73How 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 $323,000 on Oct 26, 1993

16 RUSSELL ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02140
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,842 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.
3,964 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.9M
$1.4M low$2.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$323,000 · Oct 26, 1993

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,482 (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.$1,178,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$401,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$777,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,388,680

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Victorian
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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(7)

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
PeabodyB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Cambridge School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02140These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,983
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18,668 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$139,100
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$171,802
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

16 Russell 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 more than 94% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Porter Square
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Cambridge 02140
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Cambridge 02140

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

This home
$376K$3.7M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Cambridge 02140.

How it measures up in Cambridge 02140

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cambridge 02140.

Estimated value$1,874,833
CheaperTypical $963,975Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$488
CheaperTypical $854Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area3,842 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size3,964 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 16 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePorter SquareCambridge 02140Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,874,83390% of homes86% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$488almost no homes2% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than3,842 ft²94% of homes96% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,964 ft²52% of homes34% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than189017% of homes20% of homes7% of homes

About 16 Russell St

How much is 16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA is $1,874,833 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,360,905 to $2,388,761. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Oct 26, 1993 for $323,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA?

16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,842 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA built?

16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a victorian home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA?

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

How does 16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02140?

Among the 4,447 homes in Cambridge 02140, it is worth more than 86% of them ($1,874,833 against a typical $963,975), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($488 against a typical $854), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,842 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (3,964 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1890 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 94% 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 16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16 Russell St, Cambridge, MA was $7,482. The county assessed it at $1,178,200.

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