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Last sold for $975,000 on Sep 30, 2008

164 APPLETON ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
6
Beds
0
Baths
4,403 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1886
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$975,000 · Sep 30, 2008

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.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.Exempt (Full Or Partial)
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.0.19
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.Steam
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Vassal Lane Upper SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
John M TobinA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 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

164 Appleton 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.

  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Middlesex County

How it measures up in Cambridge 02138

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

Living area4,403 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,328 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1886
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 164 Appleton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest CambridgeCambridge 02138Middlesex County
Living areabigger than4,403 ft²92% of homes95% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac63% of homes55% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than188613% of homes13% of homes5% of homes

About 164 Appleton St

When did 164 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

164 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Sep 30, 2008 for $975,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 164 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA?

164 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA has 6 bedrooms, 4,403 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 164 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA built?

164 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1886, making it 140 years old. It is a victorian home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 164 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA?

164 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Vassal Lane Upper School (middle), rated B; John M Tobin (elementary), rated A+; 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 164 Appleton St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02138?

Among the 7,738 homes in Cambridge 02138, it is bigger than 95% of them (4,403 ft² against a typical 1,328 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1886 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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