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262 Western Ave

262 Western Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02139

YEAR BUILT

1904

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

920-1,100 sqft

Description

262 Western Ave sits in Cambridge, at the crossroads of Western Ave and Massachusetts Avenue. This low-rise building stands at 1 story tall and includes six condominium units. It has a solid history, having been built in 1904. The area blends residential charm with urban conveniences for daily living. Unit sizes range from 920 to 1,100 square feet, providing ample space. Each condo has three bedrooms, making them suitable for families or those needing extra room. Prices vary from $354,500 to $364,500. This offers a range for potential buyers looking for value in Cambridge. Public transportation is readily accessible. Nearby, the Radcliffe Institute serves the educational community. Dining options, such as Trinity Restaurants LLC, provide some local flavor. For grocery needs, Sar Convenience is close by, making shopping handy. The building features a park and a garden area, enhancing outdoor experiences. The Charles River lies within reach, adding to the appeal of the neighborhood. This allows for recreational activities along the waterfront or peaceful strolls in nature. In short, 262 Western Ave combines historic character with modern amenities. The mix of units and thoughtful layout caters to diverse needs. This property presents a solid option for home seekers in Cambridge.

Building ImageMLS ID #70098739
Building ImageMLS ID #70044392
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262 Western Ave

262 Western Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02139

YEAR BUILT

1904

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

920-1,100 sqft

Description

262 Western Ave sits in Cambridge, at the crossroads of Western Ave and Massachusetts Avenue. This low-rise building stands at 1 story tall and includes six condominium units. It has a solid history, having been built in 1904. The area blends residential charm with urban conveniences for daily living. Unit sizes range from 920 to 1,100 square feet, providing ample space. Each condo has three bedrooms, making them suitable for families or those needing extra room. Prices vary from $354,500 to $364,500. This offers a range for potential buyers looking for value in Cambridge. Public transportation is readily accessible. Nearby, the Radcliffe Institute serves the educational community. Dining options, such as Trinity Restaurants LLC, provide some local flavor. For grocery needs, Sar Convenience is close by, making shopping handy. The building features a park and a garden area, enhancing outdoor experiences. The Charles River lies within reach, adding to the appeal of the neighborhood. This allows for recreational activities along the waterfront or peaceful strolls in nature. In short, 262 Western Ave combines historic character with modern amenities. The mix of units and thoughtful layout caters to diverse needs. This property presents a solid option for home seekers in Cambridge.

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Description

262 Western Ave sits in Cambridge, at the crossroads of Western Ave and Massachusetts Avenue. This low-rise building stands at 1 story tall and includes six condominium units. It has a solid history, having been built in 1904. The area blends residential charm with urban conveniences for daily living. Unit sizes range from 920 to 1,100 square feet, providing ample space. Each condo has three bedrooms, making them suitable for families or those needing extra room. Prices vary from $354,500 to $364,500. This offers a range for potential buyers looking for value in Cambridge. Public transportation is readily accessible. Nearby, the Radcliffe Institute serves the educational community. Dining options, such as Trinity Restaurants LLC, provide some local flavor. For grocery needs, Sar Convenience is close by, making shopping handy. The building features a park and a garden area, enhancing outdoor experiences. The Charles River lies within reach, adding to the appeal of the neighborhood. This allows for recreational activities along the waterfront or peaceful strolls in nature. In short, 262 Western Ave combines historic character with modern amenities. The mix of units and thoughtful layout caters to diverse needs. This property presents a solid option for home seekers in Cambridge.

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Unit Availability

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262 Western Ave Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 11100032972005-01-06
MLS#: 70098739
Closed$354,500
Unit 33110031582004-07-21
MLS#: 70039509
Closed$364,500
Unit 2292031422004-07-16
MLS#: 70044392
Closed$321,000
Unit 1
1

3 Beds

2 Baths

1000 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2005-01-06Closed$354,500
MLS#: 70098739
Days On Market97
Unit 2
2

3 Beds

1 Baths

920 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2004-07-16Closed$321,000
MLS#: 70044392
Days On Market42
Unit 3
3

3 Beds

1 Baths

1100 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2004-07-21Closed$364,500
MLS#: 70039509
Days On Market58
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Amenities

This lovely condo building features a variety of amenities designed to enhance your lifestyle. For the outdoor enthusiasts, there's a beautiful garden area that’s perfect for relaxing or entertaining friends during warmer months. If you love spending time outdoors, you’ll appreciate the nearby park which offers a peaceful escape right outside your door. Plus, with easy access to public transportation, commuting around the city couldn’t be simpler—ideal for young professionals on the go!

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Amenities Description

This lovely condo building features a variety of amenities designed to enhance your lifestyle. For the outdoor enthusiasts, there's a beautiful garden area that’s perfect for relaxing or entertaining friends during warmer months. If you love spending time outdoors, you’ll appreciate the nearby park which offers a peaceful escape right outside your door. Plus, with easy access to public transportation, commuting around the city couldn’t be simpler—ideal for young professionals on the go!

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking

Policies

One of the appealing features of 262 Western Ave is its welcoming atmosphere and community feel. With no strict building policies noted, you might feel a more relaxed vibe here—perfect for creating a sense of home without being bogged down by excessive rules.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
262 Western Ave--
172 Putnam Ave$946/sqft.$2 /sqft.
174 Putnam Ave$836/sqft.$2 /sqft.
Cyrus Fellows Crossing Condominium$826/sqft.$2 /sqft.
109 River$937/sqft.$2 /sqft.
332 Franklin St$826/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

262 Western Ave is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

Martin Luther King Jr.

A-
Public|Grades PK–5
102 Putnam Ave|0.14 miles away

Putnam Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
100 Putnam Ave|0.16 miles away

Amigos School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
15 Upton St|0.23 miles away

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
808 Memorial Dr St...|0.32 miles away

St Pauls Choir School

--
Private|Grades 3–8
29 Mount Auburn St|0.46 miles away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|0.6 miles away
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Schools

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Description

262 Western Ave is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

Martin Luther King Jr.

A-
Public|Grades PK–5
102 Putnam Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Putnam Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
100 Putnam Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Amigos School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
15 Upton St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
808 Memorial Dr St...|Less than 1 Mile Away

St Pauls Choir School

--
Private|Grades 3–8
29 Mount Auburn St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Morse

B
Public|Grades PK–5
40 Granite St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Boston University Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1 University Rd|Less than 1 Mile Away

Match Charter Public School

C
Public|Grades PK–12
1001 Commonwealth ...|Less than 1 Mile Away

New England Hebrew Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–8
11 Essex St|1.11 Miles Away

Gardner Pilot Academy

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
30 Athol St|1.16 Miles Away

King Open

B
Public|Grades PK–5
850 Cambridge St|1.17 Miles Away

Cambridge Street Upper School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
840 Cambridge St|1.17 Miles Away

Ivy Street School

--
Private|Grades 8–12
200 Ivy St|1.18 Miles Away

Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
290 Washington St|1.21 Miles Away

Maria L. Baldwin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
85 Oxford St|1.25 Miles Away

St Herman of Alaska Christian School

--
Private|Grades KG–8
62 Harvard Ave|1.26 Miles Away

German International School Boston

--
Private|Grades PK–12
57 Holton St|1.27 Miles Away

Bay Cove Academy

--
Private|Grades 8–12
156 Lawton St|1.27 Miles Away

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
80 Gerrys Landing ...|1.32 Miles Away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|1.34 Miles Away

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
Public|Grades 6–12
245 Bent St|1.39 Miles Away

Graham and Parks

B
Public|Grades PK–5
44 Linnaean St|1.41 Miles Away

Brookline Early Education Program at Beacon

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
115 Greenough St R...|1.47 Miles Away

Edward Devotion School

B
Public|Grades KG–8
345 Harvard St|1.49 Miles Away

Horace Mann School For The Deaf

--
Public|Grades PK–12
40 Armington St|1.55 Miles Away

Jackson Mann K-8 School

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
40 Armington St|1.55 Miles Away

St Catherine of Genoa School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
192 Summer St|1.55 Miles Away

Winsor School

--
Private|Grades 5–12
103 Pilgrim Rd|1.66 Miles Away

John F Kennedy

A
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Cherry St|1.71 Miles Away

Somerville High School

C-
Public|Grades 9–12
81 Highland Ave|1.72 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.76 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.76 Miles Away

Amos A. Lawrence School

A-
Public|Grades KG–8
27 Francis St|1.77 Miles Away

Capuano Early Childhood Center

--
Public|Grades PK–KG
150 Glen St|1.78 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|1.82 Miles Away

St Joseph Preparatory High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
617 Cambridge St|1.85 Miles Away

Cambridge Friends School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
5 Cadbury Rd|1.85 Miles Away

Kennedy Day School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
30 Warren St|1.88 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|1.92 Miles Away

Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers

C
Public|Grades 9–12
360 Huntington Ave...|1.92 Miles Away

Boston Latin School

A-
Public|Grades 7–12
78 Avenue Louis Pa...|1.93 Miles Away

Learning Project Elementary School

--
Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|1.97 Miles Away

John M Tobin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
197 Vassal Ln|1.97 Miles Away

Vassal Lane Upper School

B
Public|Grades 6–8
197 Vassal Ln|1.97 Miles Away

E Somerville Community

C
Public|Grades KG–8
50 Cross St|1.97 Miles Away

Boston Green Academy

D+
Public|Grades 6–12
20 Warren St|2.00 Miles Away

Transit

Set in Riverside, 262 Western Ave provides residents with convenient access to public transit across Cambridge. Multiple Bus, Tram, Rail are available within 2 miles, offering seamless daily travel options. Efficient transit connections support work, education, and lifestyle needs. This transit-rich area contributes to a balanced and connected living experience.

1079 Commonwealth Ave

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

125 Highland Ave

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

125 Western Ave

0.64 miles away|13 min walk

130 Western Ave

0.67 miles away|13 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

16 Eliot St

0.71 miles away|14 min walk
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Description

Set in Riverside, 262 Western Ave provides residents with convenient access to public transit across Cambridge. Multiple Bus, Tram, Rail are available within 2 miles, offering seamless daily travel options. Efficient transit connections support work, education, and lifestyle needs. This transit-rich area contributes to a balanced and connected living experience.

1079 Commonwealth Ave

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

125 Highland Ave

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

125 Western Ave

0.64 miles away|13 min walk

130 Western Ave

0.67 miles away|13 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

16 Eliot St

0.71 miles away|14 min walk

235 Highland Ave

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

25 Webster Ave @ Newton St

1.23 miles away|24 min walk

263 Highland Ave

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

367 Western Ave opp Brighton Mills Mall

1.36 miles away|27 min walk

422 McGrath Hwy

1.63 miles away|32 min walk

445 Western Ave

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

450 Western Ave

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

454 Broadway

0.6 miles away|12 min walk

45 Beacon St

0.89 miles away|18 min walk

495 Western Ave

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

51 Bow St

1.36 miles away|26 min walk

594 Somerville Ave

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

61 Aberdeen Ave

1.93 miles away|38 min walk

75 Highland Ave opp Putnam St

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

1.01 miles away|20 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

Aberdeen Ave @ Aberdeen Way

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Aberdeen Ave @ Mt Auburn St

1.88 miles away|37 min walk

Allston Street

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Amesbury St @ Vassar St

0.76 miles away|15 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

Amory Street

0.95 miles away|19 min walk

Amory Street - Amory St

0.96 miles away|19 min walk

Amory Street - Buick St Saint Paul St

0.95 miles away|19 min walk

Ave Louis Pasteur @ Longwood Ave

1.91 miles away|37 min walk

Ave Louis Pasteur @ The Fenway

1.78 miles away|35 min walk

Babcock Street

0.99 miles away|19 min walk

Babcock Street - Babcock St

1.01 miles away|20 min walk

Babcock Street - Harry Agganis Way Pleasant St

0.97 miles away|19 min walk

Beacon St @ Calvin St

0.94 miles away|18 min walk

Beacon St @ Cooney St

0.9 miles away|18 min walk

Beacon St opp Concord Ave

0.86 miles away|17 min walk

Beacon St @ Park St

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

Beacon St @ Raleigh St

1.34 miles away|26 min walk

Beacon St @ Smith Ave

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

Beacon St @ Washington St

0.98 miles away|19 min walk

Belvidere St @ Huntington Ave

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

Blandford Street

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

Boston Landing

1.52 miles away|30 min walk

Boston Landing - Guest St @ Arthur St

1.64 miles away|32 min walk

Boston University Central

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

Boston University East

1.09 miles away|21 min walk

Boston University East - 610 Commonwealth Ave

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

Bow St @ Warren Ave

1.33 miles away|26 min walk

The Neighbourhood: Riverside

Riverside is a small Middlesex village beside the river with parkland and river views. The area has riverside paths and green spaces for walks and picnics. This district includes small shops, cafes, and local restaurants. It offers basic services such as a grocery, a library, and schools. Commuter trains and buses connect the area to nearby towns and to Boston. Major roads provide direct driving routes for local trips. The district has a walkable layout and short distances for errands.

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Neighbourhood Description

Riverside is a small Middlesex village beside the river with parkland and river views. The area has riverside paths and green spaces for walks and picnics. This district includes small shops, cafes, and local restaurants. It offers basic services such as a grocery, a library, and schools. Commuter trains and buses connect the area to nearby towns and to Boston. Major roads provide direct driving routes for local trips. The district has a walkable layout and short distances for errands.

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262 Western Ave Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

8.88%

15–29 Years

45.32%

30–44 Years

23.09%

45–59 Years

10.06%

60+ Years

12.65%

Commute

22.41%

Transit

25.14%

Walk

21.44%

Drive

8.65%

Bike

Housing Ownership

32.63%

Owner Occupied

67.37%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
23.6%
Multi Family
3.56%
Single Person
36.24%
Multi Person
63.76%

Average Income

Household:$8,313,702.4 /yr

Individual:$5,546,812.71 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree31.1%
High School College5.84%
Diploma1.97%
Post Graduate49.27%
Others11.82%
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Education

Diploma1.97%
Post Graduate49.27%
Others11.82%
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