Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $2,075,000 on Apr 30, 2026
48 STANDISH ST
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,518 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.
3,999 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,075,000 · Apr 30, 2026
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,607 (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.$1,355,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$884,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$470,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,016,680
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.30%
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
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.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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
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.
MEH
Vassal Lane Upper SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
John M TobinA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
Cambridge Rindge and LatinB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
District: Cambridge School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 02138These 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.133
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 100.70
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.91%
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.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,365
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.12,448 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,772
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,381
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
48 Standish 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.
- Bigger than 77% of homes in Cambridge 02138
- Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Middlesex County
- Newer than 71% of homes in West Cambridge
How it measures up in Cambridge 02138
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cambridge 02138.
Living area2,518 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 77% of homes nearby
Lot size3,999 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger
Bigger than 20% of homes nearby
Year built1929
OlderTypical 1920Newer
Newer than 68% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | West Cambridge | Cambridge 02138 | Middlesex County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,518 ft² | 63% of homes | 77% of homes | 74% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 3,999 ft² | 18% of homes | 20% of homes | 9% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1929 | 71% of homes | 68% of homes | 30% of homes |
About 48 Standish St
When did 48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA last sell?
48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Apr 30, 2026 for $2,075,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA?
48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,518 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.
When was 48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA built?
48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA?
48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Vassal Lane Upper School (middle), rated B; John M Tobin (elementary), 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 48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02138?
Among the 7,738 homes in Cambridge 02138, it is bigger than 77% of them (2,518 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (3,999 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1929 against a typical 1920). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 48 Standish St, Cambridge, MA was $8,607. The county assessed it at $1,355,500.
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