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$3,213,300$1,931 / 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 91How 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

7 APPLETON TER

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,664 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.
3,451 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1873
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3.2M
$2.9M low$3.5M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$18,339 (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.$2,888,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$828,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,059,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,720,420

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.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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(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.

M
Vassal Lane Upper SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
John M TobinA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 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

7 Appleton Ter 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Middlesex County

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 87% 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$3,213,300
CheaperTypical $1,054,894Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1931
CheaperTypical $980Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,664 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,316 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size3,451 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1873
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 7 Appleton Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest CambridgeCambridge 02138Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,213,30073% of homes87% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$193198% of homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,664 ft²44% of homes60% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,451 ft²12% of homes14% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than18737% of homes8% of homes3% of homes

About 7 Appleton Ter

How much is 7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA is $3,213,300 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,938,958 to $3,487,642. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA last sell?

7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA last sold on May 4, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA?

7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,664 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA built?

7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA was built in 1873, making it 153 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA?

7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Vassal Lane Upper School (middle), rated A-; John M Tobin (elementary), 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 7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02138?

Among the 7,738 homes in Cambridge 02138, it is worth more than 87% of them ($3,213,300 against a typical $1,054,894), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($1931 against a typical $980), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,664 ft² against a typical 1,316 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (3,451 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1873 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than almost all 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 7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7 Appleton Ter, Cambridge, MA was $18,339. The county assessed it at $2,888,000.

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