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$1,265,373$852 / 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 84How 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 $336,000 on Mar 15, 2002

79 GORE ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02141
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,485 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.
1,005 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1845
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
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

$1.3M
$1.1M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$336,000 · Mar 15, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,128 (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.$965,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$547,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$418,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$953,895

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.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.Single Family Residence
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
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.Hot Water
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(10)

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
Kennedy-LongfellowC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Cambridge Street Upper SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Cambridge School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02141These 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.167
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.73

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.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.15,413
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24,555 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,056
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$132,600
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

79 Gore 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 88% of homes in Cambridge 02141
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Cambridge 02141
  • Among the smallest lots in Middlesex County
  • Among the oldest homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Cambridge 02141

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

This home
$363K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Cambridge 02141.

How it measures up in Cambridge 02141

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cambridge 02141.

Estimated value$1,265,373
CheaperTypical $855,457Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$852
CheaperTypical $931Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,046 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size1,005 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1845
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 79 Gore St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCambridge 02141Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,265,37388% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$85229% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,485 ft²75% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,005 ft²3% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than18452% of homesalmost no homes

About 79 Gore St

How much is 79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA is $1,265,373 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,064,068 to $1,466,678. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Mar 15, 2002 for $336,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA?

79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,485 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA built?

79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1845, making it 181 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA?

79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Kennedy-Longfellow (elementary), rated C-; Cambridge Street Upper School (middle), rated C+; 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 79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02141?

Among the 3,475 homes in Cambridge 02141, it is worth more than 88% of them ($1,265,373 against a typical $855,457), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($852 against a typical $931), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,485 ft² against a typical 1,046 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (1,005 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1845 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 82% 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 79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Gore St, Cambridge, MA was $6,128. The county assessed it at $965,100.

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