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$1,221,864$926 / 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 92How 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 $212,000 on Apr 21, 1998

36 CLIFTON ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02140
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,320 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1894
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$212,000 · Apr 21, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,294 (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.$1,148,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$629,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$519,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,663,735

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.26%
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.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.0.14
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
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
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(9)

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
PeabodyA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 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

36 Clifton 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 81% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Middlesex County

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
$366K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 65% 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$1,221,864
CheaperTypical $946,112Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$926
CheaperTypical $847Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,328 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1894
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 36 Clifton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth CambridgeCambridge 02140Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,221,86472% of homes65% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$92676% of homes65% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²51% of homes49% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac61% of homes55% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than189425% of homes26% of homes8% of homes

About 36 Clifton St

How much is 36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA is $1,221,864 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,125,660 to $1,318,068. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Apr 21, 1998 for $212,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA?

36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA built?

36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1894, making it 132 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA?

36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Peabody (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 36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02140?

Among the 4,447 homes in Cambridge 02140, it is worth more than 65% of them ($1,221,864 against a typical $946,112), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($926 against a typical $847), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,328 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1894 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 81% 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 36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 36 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA was $7,294. The county assessed it at $1,148,700.

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