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$998,346$873 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $345,000 on May 15, 2009

8 BERKSHIRE PL

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02141
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,144 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.
1,350 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1886
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$998K
$940K 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.$345,000 · May 15, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,587 (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.$879,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$567,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$312,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$753,730

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.72%
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.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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(5)

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 · 0.3 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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

8 Berkshire 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 70% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the smallest lots in Middlesex County
  • Older than 95% of 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
$366K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 68% 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$998,346
CheaperTypical $856,262Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$873
CheaperTypical $930Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,040 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size1,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1886
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 8 Berkshire Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWellington-HarringtonCambridge 02141Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$998,34662% of homes68% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$87345% of homes34% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²41% of homes60% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,350 ft²5% of homes6% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than188623% of homes21% of homes5% of homes

About 8 Berkshire Pl

How much is 8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA is $998,346 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $940,189 to $1,056,503. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA last sell?

8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA last sold on May 15, 2009 for $345,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA?

8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA built?

8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA was built in 1886, making it 140 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA?

8 Berkshire Pl, 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 8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02141?

Among the 3,475 homes in Cambridge 02141, it is worth more than 68% of them ($998,346 against a typical $856,262), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($873 against a typical $930), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,040 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (1,350 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1886 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 70% 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 8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Berkshire Pl, Cambridge, MA was $5,587. The county assessed it at $879,900.

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