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$812,000$888 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $812,000 on Aug 26, 2026

45 CHESTNUT ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
914 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.
2,748 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$812K
$776K low$848K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$812,000 · Aug 26, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,509 (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.$710,000 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$710,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$961,685

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.45
45
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.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.
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.48%
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
CountyMIDDLESEX
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
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(5)

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
MorseB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Amigos SchoolA
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 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

45 Chestnut 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 73% of homes in Cambridgeport
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 79% 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
$393K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 38% 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$812,000
CheaperTypical $937,509Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$888
CheaperTypical $927Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area914 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,194 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size2,748 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 45 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCambridgeportCambridge 02139Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$812,00027% of homes38% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$88838% of homes38% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than914 ft²19% of homes28% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,748 ft²24% of homes20% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than191665% of homes63% of homes21% of homes

About 45 Chestnut St

How much is 45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA is $812,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $775,599 to $848,401. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Aug 26, 2026 for $812,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA?

45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 914 square feet of living space.

When was 45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA built?

45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA?

45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Morse (elementary), rated B; Amigos 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 45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02139?

Among the 7,274 homes in Cambridge 02139, it is worth more than 38% of them ($812,000 against a typical $937,509), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($888 against a typical $927), it is bigger than 28% of them (914 ft² against a typical 1,194 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (2,748 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1916 against a typical 1903). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 53% 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 45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 45 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA was $4,509. The county assessed it at $710,000.

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