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$523,727$1,062 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $450,000 on Sep 25, 2017

3 ARLINGTON ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02140
Building report
1
Beds
1
Baths
493 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.
0.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$524K
$490K low$557K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Sep 25, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,987 (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.$470,400 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$470,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$669,655

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.
92
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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyMIDDLESEX
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Maria L. BaldwinA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 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

3 Arlington 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 92% of homes in Cambridge 02140
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the smallest homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Peabody / Neighborhood Nine
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Peabody / Neighborhood Nine

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
$375K$3.9M

This home is worth more than 8% 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$523,727
CheaperTypical $951,261Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1062
CheaperTypical $843Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area493 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,328 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.79 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 3 Arlington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePeabody / Neighborhood NineCambridge 02140Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$523,72710% of homes8% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$106272% of homes83% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than493 ft²8% of homes3% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.79 ac94% of homes92% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than193075% of homes73% of homes33% of homes

About 3 Arlington St

How much is 3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA is $523,727 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $490,372 to $557,082. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Sep 25, 2017 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA?

3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 493 square feet of living space.

When was 3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA built?

3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA?

3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Maria L. Baldwin (elementary), rated A+; Rindge Avenue Upper School (middle), 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 3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02140?

Among the 4,447 homes in Cambridge 02140, it is worth more than 8% of them ($523,727 against a typical $951,261), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($1062 against a typical $843), it is bigger than 3% of them (493 ft² against a typical 1,328 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.79 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1930 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 17% 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 3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3 Arlington St, Cambridge, MA was $2,987. The county assessed it at $470,400.

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