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55 Magazine St

55 Magazine St, Cambridge, MA, 02139

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

32

UNIT SIZE RANGE

458-1,470 sqft

Description

The Kensington, located at 55 Magazine St, Cambridge, MA, is a single-story building, originally constructed in 1900. This unique condominium offers a blend of historic charm and modern amenities. It features 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units, providing various options for residents seeking urban living. The Kensington boasts a range of amenities designed for convenience and leisure. Residents have access to tennis courts, a golf area, and a pool, promoting an active lifestyle. The building includes elevators and a laundry facility, ensuring ease of living. Its location is strategically positioned for those requiring highway access or proximity to public transportation. Surrounding the property, residents can enjoy a conservation area and a nearby park, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The neighborhood is enhanced by a bike path, catering to cycling enthusiasts. Accessibility to a house of worship reflects the area's diverse cultural offerings. The combination of historical architecture and comprehensive amenities makes The Kensington a desirable choice for those seeking modern apartments in a location that integrates urban amenities with serene environments. Despite its historic roots, this property meets contemporary living standards with amenities that cater to various lifestyle needs.

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55 Magazine St

55 Magazine St, Cambridge, MA, 02139

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

32

UNIT SIZE RANGE

458-1,470 sqft

Description

The Kensington, located at 55 Magazine St, Cambridge, MA, is a single-story building, originally constructed in 1900. This unique condominium offers a blend of historic charm and modern amenities. It features 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units, providing various options for residents seeking urban living. The Kensington boasts a range of amenities designed for convenience and leisure. Residents have access to tennis courts, a golf area, and a pool, promoting an active lifestyle. The building includes elevators and a laundry facility, ensuring ease of living. Its location is strategically positioned for those requiring highway access or proximity to public transportation. Surrounding the property, residents can enjoy a conservation area and a nearby park, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The neighborhood is enhanced by a bike path, catering to cycling enthusiasts. Accessibility to a house of worship reflects the area's diverse cultural offerings. The combination of historical architecture and comprehensive amenities makes The Kensington a desirable choice for those seeking modern apartments in a location that integrates urban amenities with serene environments. Despite its historic roots, this property meets contemporary living standards with amenities that cater to various lifestyle needs.

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Description

The Kensington, located at 55 Magazine St, Cambridge, MA, is a single-story building, originally constructed in 1900. This unique condominium offers a blend of historic charm and modern amenities. It features 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units, providing various options for residents seeking urban living. The Kensington boasts a range of amenities designed for convenience and leisure. Residents have access to tennis courts, a golf area, and a pool, promoting an active lifestyle. The building includes elevators and a laundry facility, ensuring ease of living. Its location is strategically positioned for those requiring highway access or proximity to public transportation. Surrounding the property, residents can enjoy a conservation area and a nearby park, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The neighborhood is enhanced by a bike path, catering to cycling enthusiasts. Accessibility to a house of worship reflects the area's diverse cultural offerings. The combination of historical architecture and comprehensive amenities makes The Kensington a desirable choice for those seeking modern apartments in a location that integrates urban amenities with serene environments. Despite its historic roots, this property meets contemporary living standards with amenities that cater to various lifestyle needs.

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55 Magazine St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 4444120822282022-08-31
MLS#: 73020715
Closed$1,057,500
Unit 323292921342022-07-13
MLS#: 72994955
Closed$900,000
Unit 2222102621282020-03-24
MLS#: 72623835
Closed$1,142,000
Unit 22
22

2 Beds

1 Baths

1026 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2020-03-24Closed$1,142,000
MLS#: 72623835
Days On Market28
Unit 32
32

2 Beds

1 Baths

929 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2022-07-13Closed$900,000
MLS#: 72994955
Days On Market34
Unit 44
44

2 Beds

2 Baths

1208 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2022-08-31Closed$1,057,500
MLS#: 73020715
Days On Market28
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Amenities

Life at The Kensington doesn’t just offer a roof over your head; you’ll have access to a fantastic array of amenities. Enjoy summer evenings freshening up on the tennis courts or heading to the nearby pool for a refreshing dip. For active folks, there’s a bike path and easy highway access, ensuring that you can enjoy your outdoor activities or commute around town with ease. With public transportation conveniently located nearby, your trips around Cambridge and beyond are stress-free. Don’t forget the beautiful garden area and park, perfect for unwinding after a long day or spending time with friends amidst nature.

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Amenities Description

Life at The Kensington doesn’t just offer a roof over your head; you’ll have access to a fantastic array of amenities. Enjoy summer evenings freshening up on the tennis courts or heading to the nearby pool for a refreshing dip. For active folks, there’s a bike path and easy highway access, ensuring that you can enjoy your outdoor activities or commute around town with ease. With public transportation conveniently located nearby, your trips around Cambridge and beyond are stress-free. Don’t forget the beautiful garden area and park, perfect for unwinding after a long day or spending time with friends amidst nature.

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Elevator(s)

Elevator(s)

Laundry

Laundry

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

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Storage

Pool

Pool

Policies

When thinking about purchasing a condo, it's essential to love where you live as well as how you live there. The Kensington embraces a sense of community and has a firm yet friendly approach with building policies. However, it aims to foster cooperation and respect among all units, ensuring that The Kensington remains a desirable place to make your home.

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Amenities Description

When thinking about purchasing a condo, it's essential to love where you live as well as how you live there. The Kensington embraces a sense of community and has a firm yet friendly approach with building policies. However, it aims to foster cooperation and respect among all units, ensuring that The Kensington remains a desirable place to make your home.

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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)
55 Magazine St--
12 Prince St$826/sqft.$2 /sqft.
128 Magazine$1,003/sqft.$2 /sqft.
Very Pleasant$984/sqft.$3 /sqft.
131 Magazine St$977/sqft.$4 /sqft.
478 Putnam Ave$739/sqft.$5 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

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Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

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Private|Grades PK–KG
808 Memorial Dr St...|0.24 miles away

Amigos School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
15 Upton St|0.37 miles away

Morse

B
Public|Grades PK–5
40 Granite St|0.39 miles away

Martin Luther King Jr.

A-
Public|Grades PK–5
102 Putnam Ave|0.63 miles away

Putnam Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
100 Putnam Ave|0.65 miles away

Boston University Academy

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Private|Grades 9–12
1 University Rd|0.85 miles away
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Schools

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

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

Amigos School

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

Morse

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

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

Boston University Academy

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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

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|1.03 Miles Away

St Pauls Choir School

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Private|Grades 3–8
29 Mount Auburn St|1.05 Miles Away

New England Hebrew Academy

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Private|Grades PK–8
11 Essex St|1.07 Miles Away

Ivy Street School

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Private|Grades 8–12
200 Ivy St|1.16 Miles Away

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor St|1.27 Miles Away

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|1.31 Miles Away

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|1.33 Miles Away

Bay Cove Academy

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Private|Grades 8–12
156 Lawton St|1.40 Miles Away

St Herman of Alaska Christian School

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Private|Grades KG–8
62 Harvard Ave|1.50 Miles Away

Gardner Pilot Academy

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
30 Athol St|1.54 Miles Away

Brookline Early Education Program at Beacon

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Public|Grades PK–PK
115 Greenough St R...|1.57 Miles Away

Edward Devotion School

B
Public|Grades KG–8
345 Harvard St|1.63 Miles Away

German International School Boston

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Private|Grades PK–12
57 Holton St|1.68 Miles Away

King Open

B
Public|Grades PK–5
850 Cambridge St|1.81 Miles Away

Cambridge Street Upper School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
840 Cambridge St|1.81 Miles Away

Winsor School

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Private|Grades 5–12
103 Pilgrim Rd|1.82 Miles Away

Horace Mann School For The Deaf

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40 Armington St|1.91 Miles Away

Jackson Mann K-8 School

D+
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40 Armington St|1.91 Miles Away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
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158 Spring St|1.95 Miles Away

Amos A. Lawrence School

A-
Public|Grades KG–8
27 Francis St|1.96 Miles Away

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
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245 Bent St|1.98 Miles Away

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

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80 Gerrys Landing ...|1.99 Miles Away

Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park

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290 Washington St|2.01 Miles Away

Maria L. Baldwin

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85 Oxford St|2.12 Miles Away

The Newman School

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247 Marlborough St|2.19 Miles Away

The Newman School

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247 Marlborough St|2.19 Miles Away

Boston Latin School

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Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers

C
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360 Huntington Ave...|2.24 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

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30 Fairfield St|2.24 Miles Away

Graham and Parks

B
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44 Linnaean St|2.32 Miles Away

St Joseph Preparatory High School

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Private|Grades 9–12
617 Cambridge St|2.34 Miles Away

Kennedy Day School

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30 Warren St|2.35 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

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Pierce School

A
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50 School St|2.41 Miles Away

The Lynch Center

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Public|Grades PK–PK
599 Brookline Ave|2.45 Miles Away

Michael Driscoll School

A
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64 Westbourne Ter|2.45 Miles Away

Learning Project Elementary School

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107 Marlborough St|2.51 Miles Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
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150 Newbury St|2.51 Miles Away

Boston Green Academy

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20 Warren St|2.52 Miles Away

St Catherine of Genoa School

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Brighton High School

F
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Baldwin Early Learning Center

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121 Corey Rd|2.60 Miles Away

Carter Developmental Center

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396 Northampton St|2.66 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

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Amory Street - Amory St

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Amory Street - Buick St Saint Paul St

0.87 miles away|17 min walk

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0.93 miles away|18 min walk

125 Western Ave

0.93 miles away|18 min walk
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Transit

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0.87 miles away|17 min walk

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0.93 miles away|18 min walk

125 Western Ave

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

Babcock Street

0.96 miles away|19 min walk

130 Western Ave

0.97 miles away|19 min walk

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1079 Commonwealth Ave

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77 Massachusetts Ave

1.26 miles away|25 min walk

454 Broadway

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Beacon St @ Raleigh St

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Beacon St opp Concord Ave

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45 Beacon St

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132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

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The Neighbourhood: 55 Magazine St

Cambridgeport, nestled in the heart of Middlesex County, MA, is a dynamic neighborhood characterized by its inviting community feel and proximity to the Charles River. This district boasts a variety of attractions, including beautiful parks and lively cafes. Residents appreciate the area's convenience with an array of amenities like grocery stores, local eateries, and bustling farmer's markets. It is well-connected, offering easy access to public transportation via the MBTA, ensuring a quick commute to Boston and beyond. The area's welcoming atmosphere and vibrant lifestyle attract professionals, families, and students alike.

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Neighbourhood Description

Cambridgeport, nestled in the heart of Middlesex County, MA, is a dynamic neighborhood characterized by its inviting community feel and proximity to the Charles River. This district boasts a variety of attractions, including beautiful parks and lively cafes. Residents appreciate the area's convenience with an array of amenities like grocery stores, local eateries, and bustling farmer's markets. It is well-connected, offering easy access to public transportation via the MBTA, ensuring a quick commute to Boston and beyond. The area's welcoming atmosphere and vibrant lifestyle attract professionals, families, and students alike.

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55 Magazine St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

9%

15–29 Years

48.59%

30–44 Years

20.59%

45–59 Years

10.05%

60+ Years

11.78%

Commute

22.56%

Transit

26.5%

Walk

21.53%

Drive

7.92%

Bike

Housing Ownership

31.62%

Owner Occupied

68.38%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
23.25%
Multi Family
3.74%
Single Person
36.76%
Multi Person
63.24%

Average Income

Household:$7,983,094.44 /yr

Individual:$5,137,177.88 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree31.19%
High School College6.18%
Diploma1.98%
Post Graduate49.41%
Others11.24%
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Education

Diploma1.98%
Post Graduate49.41%
Others11.24%
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