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$1,149,074$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 97How 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

86 BRISTOL ST

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,353 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.
3,994 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1854
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1.1M low$1.2M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,606 (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.$1,197,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$757,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$439,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,645,115

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.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.80%
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.0.09
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Covered
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(16)

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
Fletcher/Maynard AcademyB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Cambridge Street Upper SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Cambridge Rindge and LatinA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 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

86 Bristol 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 78% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Among the oldest homes in Middlesex County

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
$365K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 67% 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$1,149,074
CheaperTypical $921,505Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$849
CheaperTypical $916Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,353 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,197 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size3,994 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1854
OlderTypical 1903Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 86 Bristol St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThe Port / Area FourCambridge 02139Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,149,07471% of homes67% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$84953% of homes31% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,353 ft²53% of homes59% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,994 ft²51% of homes38% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than185417% of homes6% of homesalmost no homes

About 86 Bristol St

How much is 86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA is $1,149,074 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,114,182 to $1,183,966. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA last sell?

86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA?

86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,353 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA built?

86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA was built in 1854, making it 172 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA?

86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA is assigned to Fletcher/Maynard Academy (elementary), rated B; Cambridge Street Upper School (middle), 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 86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA compare to other homes in Cambridge 02139?

Among the 7,274 homes in Cambridge 02139, it is worth more than 67% of them ($1,149,074 against a typical $921,505), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($849 against a typical $916), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,353 ft² against a typical 1,197 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (3,994 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1854 against a typical 1903). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 78% 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 86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 86 Bristol St, Cambridge, MA was $7,606. The county assessed it at $1,197,800.

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