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$2,103,771$1,753 / 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 93How 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

3 WEST PL

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,200 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.
1,719 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$2.1M
$2M low$2.2M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,287 (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.$1,305,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$849,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$455,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,209,445

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.0.04
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
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(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
CambridgeportA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 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

3 West Pl 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 95% of homes in Cambridge 02139
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the smallest lots in Middlesex County
  • Older than 98% 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
$368K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 95% 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$2,103,771
CheaperTypical $922,015Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1753
CheaperTypical $915Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,201 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size1,719 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 3 West Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMid-CambridgeCambridge 02139Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,103,77193% of homes95% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$175398% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²60% of homes50% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,719 ft²4% of homes6% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than18604% of homes8% of homes2% of homes

About 3 West Pl

How much is 3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA is $2,103,771 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,959,461 to $2,248,081. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA last sell?

3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA?

3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA built?

3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA?

3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Cambridgeport (elementary), rated A-; Putnam Avenue Upper School (middle), rated B+; 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 West Pl, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02139?

Among the 7,274 homes in Cambridge 02139, it is worth more than 95% of them ($2,103,771 against a typical $922,015), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($1753 against a typical $915), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,201 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (1,719 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1860 against a typical 1903). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 95% 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 West Pl, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3 West Pl, Cambridge, MA was $8,287. The county assessed it at $1,305,100.

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