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$2,938,336$909 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $1,700,001 on Aug 30, 2019

160 RIVER ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,232 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.
4,308 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1902
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$2.9M
$2.6M low$3.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,700,001 · Aug 30, 2019
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,790,336
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,432,269
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.39%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$1,148,000
FIRST REPUBLIC BANK · P · recorded Aug 30, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,012 (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.$1,734,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$758,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$975,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,342,890

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.Conventional
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Covered
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Amigos SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Cambridge School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02139These 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.136
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 100.74

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.39,263
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22,546 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,313
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$158,134
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

160 River 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Cambridgeport
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Cambridgeport
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Cambridge 02139

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

This home
$400K$2.6M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Cambridge 02139.

How it measures up in Cambridge 02139

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cambridge 02139.

Estimated value$2,938,336
CheaperTypical $918,000Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$909
CheaperTypical $914Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area3,232 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,205 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size4,308 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1902
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 160 River St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCambridgeportCambridge 02139Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,938,336almost all homesalmost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$90951% of homes49% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than3,232 ft²91% of homes90% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,308 ft²46% of homes43% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than190247% of homes46% of homes16% of homes

About 160 River St

How much is 160 River St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 160 River St, Cambridge, MA is $2,938,336 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $2,644,502 to $3,232,169. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 160 River St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

160 River St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Aug 30, 2019 for $1,700,001, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 160 River St, Cambridge, MA?

160 River St, Cambridge, MA has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,232 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 160 River St, Cambridge, MA built?

160 River St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1902, making it 124 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 160 River St, Cambridge, MA?

160 River St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Amigos School (elementary), 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 160 River St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02139?

Among the 7,274 homes in Cambridge 02139, it is worth more than almost all of them ($2,938,336 against a typical $918,000), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($909 against a typical $914), it is bigger than 90% of them (3,232 ft² against a typical 1,205 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (4,308 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1902 against a typical 1903). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 98% 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 160 River St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 160 River St, Cambridge, MA was $11,012. The county assessed it at $1,734,200.

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