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$1,273,170$849 / 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 99How 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 $274,000 on Aug 31, 1998

68 BALLORD PL

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,500 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.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$1.3M
$1.3M 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.$274,000 · Aug 31, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,297 (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.$1,149,100 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,149,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,149,100

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.51
74
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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.71%
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
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(8)

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
Martin Luther King Jr.A-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 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

68 Ballord Pl 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 83% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Riverside
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Cambridge 02139

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
$404K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 73% 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$1,273,170
CheaperTypical $937,509Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$849
CheaperTypical $927Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 68 Ballord Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiversideCambridge 02139Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,273,17071% of homes73% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$84924% of homes28% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,500 ft²67% of homes65% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than198986% of homes92% of homes81% of homes

About 68 Ballord Pl

How much is 68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA is $1,273,170 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,256,525 to $1,289,815. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA last sell?

68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA last sold on Aug 31, 1998 for $274,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA?

68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1,500 square feet of living space.

When was 68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA built?

68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA?

68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Martin Luther King Jr. (elementary), rated A-; Putnam Avenue Upper School (middle), rated B; 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 68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02139?

Among the 7,274 homes in Cambridge 02139, it is worth more than 73% of them ($1,273,170 against a typical $937,509), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($849 against a typical $927), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,500 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²) and it is newer than 92% of them (1989 against a typical 1903). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 83% 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 68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 68 Ballord Pl, Cambridge, MA was $7,297. The county assessed it at $1,149,100.

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