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$1,021,226$886 / 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 $419,000 on Jul 30, 2012

53 CLIFTON ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02140
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,152 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.
3,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1896
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$959K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$419,000 · Jul 30, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,458 (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.$859,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$470,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$389,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,362,205

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.36 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.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.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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(4)

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

53 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 72% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% 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
$368K$3.9M

This home is worth more than 54% 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$1,021,226
CheaperTypical $950,187Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$886
CheaperTypical $843Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,326 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1896
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 53 Clifton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth CambridgeCambridge 02140Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,021,22659% of homes54% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$88671% of homes58% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²39% of homes40% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,000 ft²19% of homes17% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than189629% of homes29% of homes8% of homes

About 53 Clifton St

How much is 53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA is $1,021,226 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $959,028 to $1,083,424. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Jul 30, 2012 for $419,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA?

53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA built?

53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1896, making it 130 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA?

53 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 53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02140?

Among the 4,447 homes in Cambridge 02140, it is worth more than 54% of them ($1,021,226 against a typical $950,187), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($886 against a typical $843), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,326 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1896 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 72% 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 53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Clifton St, Cambridge, MA was $5,458. The county assessed it at $859,600.

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