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$1,509,028$1,029 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $728,000 on May 24, 2011

53 STANDISH ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Building report
2
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,467 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$1.5M
$1.3M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$728,000 · May 24, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,014 (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.$1,419,600 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,419,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,366,670

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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
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

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.

M
Vassal Lane Upper SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
E
John M TobinA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
H
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

53 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.

  • Worth more than 89% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in West Cambridge

What homes are worth in Cambridge 02138

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$440K$7.5M

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Cambridge 02138.

How it measures up in Cambridge 02138

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cambridge 02138.

Estimated value$1,509,028
CheaperTypical $1,049,292Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1029
CheaperTypical $979Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,467 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 53 Standish St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest CambridgeCambridge 02138Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,509,02845% of homes63% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$102951% of homes57% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,467 ft²39% of homes55% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac33% of homes33% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than196990% of homes82% of homes63% of homes

About 53 Standish St

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

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Standish St, Cambridge, MA is $1,509,028 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,338,517 to $1,679,539. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

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

53 Standish St, Cambridge, MA last sold on May 24, 2011 for $728,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 53 Standish St, Cambridge, MA?

53 Standish St, Cambridge, MA has 2 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 1,467 square feet of living space.

When was 53 Standish St, Cambridge, MA built?

53 Standish St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 Standish St, Cambridge, MA?

53 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 53 Standish St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02138?

Among the 7,738 homes in Cambridge 02138, it is worth more than 63% of them ($1,509,028 against a typical $1,049,292), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($1029 against a typical $979), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,467 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1969 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 89% 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 Standish St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Standish St, Cambridge, MA was $9,014. The county assessed it at $1,419,600.

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