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$1,756,321$1,168 / 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 88How 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 $1,623,000 on May 27, 2025

177 PROSPECT ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,504 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.
4,102 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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.8M
$1.5M low$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.$1,623,000 · May 27, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,079 (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.$1,114,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$738,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$376,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,531,780

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.0.09
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.Asphalt
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

Transaction History(2)

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
CambridgeportA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Cambridge Street Upper SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 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%

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How this home compares

177 Prospect 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 92% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Mid-Cambridge
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% 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
$382K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 89% of 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$1,756,321
CheaperTypical $923,986Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1168
CheaperTypical $916Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,504 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,197 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size4,102 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1902
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 177 Prospect St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMid-CambridgeCambridge 02139Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,756,32189% of homes89% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$116887% of homes90% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,504 ft²71% of homes64% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,102 ft²25% of homes41% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than190234% of homes46% of homes16% of homes

About 177 Prospect St

How much is 177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA is $1,756,321 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,538,865 to $1,973,777. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA last sold on May 27, 2025 for $1,623,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA?

177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,504 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA built?

177 Prospect 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 177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA?

177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Cambridgeport (elementary), rated A; Cambridge Street 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 177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02139?

Among the 7,274 homes in Cambridge 02139, it is worth more than 89% of them ($1,756,321 against a typical $923,986), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($1168 against a typical $916), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,504 ft² against a typical 1,197 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (4,102 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 92% 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 177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 177 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA was $7,079. The county assessed it at $1,114,800.

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