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605 Putnam Avenue

605 Putnam Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02139

YEAR BUILT

1920

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

7

UNIT SIZE RANGE

911-960 sqft

Description

605 Putnam Avenue sits in Cambridge, at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Beacon Street. This low-rise building stands 1 story tall, with a total of 7 condominium units. Completed in 1920, its architecture reflects the era while providing modern living options. Unit sizes range from 911 to 960 square feet, featuring 2 bedrooms. The starting price for these units is $385,000. This offers a variety of room configurations to suit different needs and preferences. Each unit provides comfortable living in a historic setting. Nearby amenities include public transportation, making commuting easier. Residents can also enjoy outdoor spaces such as parks, tennis courts, and a pool. These amenities encourage an active lifestyle while promoting community interaction. Dining options are close by, including Dimitrios Cuisine, which offers a taste of local gastronomy. Education is also accessible, with Wilberforce International School and the City of Cambridge Community School nearby. Families find nearby schools convenience for their children’s education. This building combines charm and practicality in a vibrant area. Easy access to recreational facilities complements community living. The Charles River adds to the outdoor appeal of the location, enhancing the living experience.

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605 Putnam Avenue

605 Putnam Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02139

YEAR BUILT

1920

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

7

UNIT SIZE RANGE

911-960 sqft

Description

605 Putnam Avenue sits in Cambridge, at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Beacon Street. This low-rise building stands 1 story tall, with a total of 7 condominium units. Completed in 1920, its architecture reflects the era while providing modern living options. Unit sizes range from 911 to 960 square feet, featuring 2 bedrooms. The starting price for these units is $385,000. This offers a variety of room configurations to suit different needs and preferences. Each unit provides comfortable living in a historic setting. Nearby amenities include public transportation, making commuting easier. Residents can also enjoy outdoor spaces such as parks, tennis courts, and a pool. These amenities encourage an active lifestyle while promoting community interaction. Dining options are close by, including Dimitrios Cuisine, which offers a taste of local gastronomy. Education is also accessible, with Wilberforce International School and the City of Cambridge Community School nearby. Families find nearby schools convenience for their children’s education. This building combines charm and practicality in a vibrant area. Easy access to recreational facilities complements community living. The Charles River adds to the outdoor appeal of the location, enhancing the living experience.

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Description

605 Putnam Avenue sits in Cambridge, at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Beacon Street. This low-rise building stands 1 story tall, with a total of 7 condominium units. Completed in 1920, its architecture reflects the era while providing modern living options. Unit sizes range from 911 to 960 square feet, featuring 2 bedrooms. The starting price for these units is $385,000. This offers a variety of room configurations to suit different needs and preferences. Each unit provides comfortable living in a historic setting. Nearby amenities include public transportation, making commuting easier. Residents can also enjoy outdoor spaces such as parks, tennis courts, and a pool. These amenities encourage an active lifestyle while promoting community interaction. Dining options are close by, including Dimitrios Cuisine, which offers a taste of local gastronomy. Education is also accessible, with Wilberforce International School and the City of Cambridge Community School nearby. Families find nearby schools convenience for their children’s education. This building combines charm and practicality in a vibrant area. Easy access to recreational facilities complements community living. The Charles River adds to the outdoor appeal of the location, enhancing the living experience.

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605 Putnam Avenue Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 3394121682009-11-24
MLS#: 70976430
Closed$385,000
Unit 3396021482004-12-28
MLS#: 70115763
Closed$363,500
Unit 1191121592004-10-21
MLS#: 70080493
Closed$362,000
Unit 1
1

2 Beds

1 Baths

911 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2004-10-21Closed$362,000
MLS#: 70080493
Days On Market59
Unit 3
3

2 Beds

1 Baths

941 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2009-11-24Closed$385,000
MLS#: 70976430
Days On Market68
Unit 3
3

2 Beds

1 Baths

960 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2004-12-28Closed$363,500
MLS#: 70115763
Days On Market48
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Amenities

One of the highlights of living here is the fantastic array of amenities at your disposal. A tennis court can keep you active while a refreshing pool is perfect for those lazy summer days. Furthermore, the presence of public transportation makes commuting a breeze, granting easy access to all that Cambridge and the greater Boston area have to offer. If you're a nature lover, nearby parks provide a serene escape from the city's hustle and bustle, making it ideal for walks, picnics, or simply unwinding outdoors.

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Amenities Description

One of the highlights of living here is the fantastic array of amenities at your disposal. A tennis court can keep you active while a refreshing pool is perfect for those lazy summer days. Furthermore, the presence of public transportation makes commuting a breeze, granting easy access to all that Cambridge and the greater Boston area have to offer. If you're a nature lover, nearby parks provide a serene escape from the city's hustle and bustle, making it ideal for walks, picnics, or simply unwinding outdoors.

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Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Pool

Pool

Policies

For those considering a new condo, building policies can sometimes seem daunting. Fortunately, 605 Putnam Avenue welcomes you to a friendly environment with reasonable guidelines in place. Whether you’re savvy with pets or need to know more about guest policies, it's all about making you feel at home!

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)
605 Putnam Avenue--
2 Chestnut$908/sqft.$2 /sqft.
131 Magazine St Condo Trust$977/sqft.$4 /sqft.
Cambridgeport Commons$921/sqft.$2 /sqft.
20 Chestnut St$921/sqft.$2 /sqft.
308 Brookline St$865/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

605 Putnam Avenue 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.

Morse

B
Public|Grades PK–5
40 Granite St|0.31 miles away

Boston University Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1 University Rd|0.39 miles away

Amigos School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
15 Upton St|0.48 miles away

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
808 Memorial Dr St...|0.54 miles away

New England Hebrew Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–8
11 Essex St|0.57 miles away

Ivy Street School

--
Private|Grades 8–12
200 Ivy St|0.66 miles away
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Schools

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Description

605 Putnam Avenue 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.

Morse

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

Boston University Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1 University Rd|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

New England Hebrew Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–8
11 Essex St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Ivy Street School

--
Private|Grades 8–12
200 Ivy St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Martin Luther King Jr.

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

Match Charter Public School

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

Putnam Avenue Upper School

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

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

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

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

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

Brookline Early Education Program at Beacon

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
115 Greenough St R...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|1.01 Miles Away

Winsor School

--
Private|Grades 5–12
103 Pilgrim Rd|1.06 Miles Away

St Pauls Choir School

--
Private|Grades 3–8
29 Mount Auburn St|1.11 Miles Away

Bay Cove Academy

--
Private|Grades 8–12
156 Lawton St|1.12 Miles Away

Edward Devotion School

B
Public|Grades KG–8
345 Harvard St|1.17 Miles Away

Amos A. Lawrence School

A-
Public|Grades KG–8
27 Francis St|1.24 Miles Away

Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers

C
Public|Grades 9–12
360 Huntington Ave...|1.27 Miles Away

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|1.28 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.28 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.28 Miles Away

Boston Latin School

A-
Public|Grades 7–12
78 Avenue Louis Pa...|1.29 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|1.30 Miles Away

St Herman of Alaska Christian School

--
Private|Grades KG–8
62 Harvard Ave|1.32 Miles Away

Cambridge Street Upper School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
840 Cambridge St|1.34 Miles Away

King Open

B
Public|Grades PK–5
850 Cambridge St|1.34 Miles Away

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
Public|Grades 6–12
245 Bent St|1.35 Miles Away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|1.37 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|1.43 Miles Away

Gardner Pilot Academy

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
30 Athol St|1.45 Miles Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|1.51 Miles Away

Learning Project Elementary School

--
Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|1.54 Miles Away

German International School Boston

--
Private|Grades PK–12
57 Holton St|1.54 Miles Away

The Lynch Center

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
599 Brookline Ave|1.58 Miles Away

Carter Developmental Center

--
Public|Grades 6–12
396 Northampton St|1.58 Miles Away

Horace Mann School For The Deaf

--
Public|Grades PK–12
40 Armington St|1.61 Miles Away

Jackson Mann K-8 School

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
40 Armington St|1.61 Miles Away

Pierce School

A
Public|Grades KG–8
50 School St|1.63 Miles Away

Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
290 Washington St|1.64 Miles Away

Maurice J. Tobin K-8 School

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
40 Smith St|1.65 Miles Away

The Advent School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|1.77 Miles Away

Park Street School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|1.78 Miles Away

Fenway High School

D+
Public|Grades 9–12
67 Alleghany St|1.81 Miles Away

Michael Driscoll School

A
Public|Grades PK–8
64 Westbourne Ter|1.85 Miles Away

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
80 Gerrys Landing ...|1.85 Miles Away

Madison Park High

F
Public|Grades 9–12
75 Malcolm X Blvd|1.87 Miles Away

Malik Academy

--
Private|Grades 1–8
100 Malcolm X Blvd|1.87 Miles Away

William Mckinley School

F
Public|Grades KG–12
90 Warren Ave|1.88 Miles Away

Joseph J. Hurley K-8 School

C+
Public|Grades PK–8
70 Worcester St|1.89 Miles Away

Transit

With nearby public transportation, 605 Putnam Avenue offers strong connectivity across Cambridge. Access to Bus, Tram within a 2-mile radius supports efficient commuting. Reliable transit routes improve travel convenience for residents. This location provides practical urban accessibility.

100 S Huntington Ave

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

105 S Huntington Ave

1.87 miles away|36 min walk

1079 Commonwealth Ave

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

125 Western Ave

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

130 Western Ave

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

0.83 miles away|16 min walk
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Description

With nearby public transportation, 605 Putnam Avenue offers strong connectivity across Cambridge. Access to Bus, Tram within a 2-mile radius supports efficient commuting. Reliable transit routes improve travel convenience for residents. This location provides practical urban accessibility.

100 S Huntington Ave

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

105 S Huntington Ave

1.87 miles away|36 min walk

1079 Commonwealth Ave

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

125 Western Ave

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

130 Western Ave

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

0.83 miles away|16 min walk

16 Eliot St

1.34 miles away|26 min walk

205 Roxbury St

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

25 Webster Ave @ Newton St

1.59 miles away|31 min walk

30 Annunciation Rd

1.59 miles away|31 min walk

360 Huntington Ave

1.43 miles away|28 min walk

367 Western Ave opp Brighton Mills Mall

1.7 miles away|33 min walk

422 McGrath Hwy

1.98 miles away|39 min walk

42A John Eliot Sq

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

43 W Dedham St

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

445 Western Ave

1.83 miles away|36 min walk

450 Western Ave

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

454 Broadway

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

45 Beacon St

1.37 miles away|27 min walk

495 Western Ave

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

51 Bow St

1.8 miles away|35 min walk

594 Somerville Ave

1.91 miles away|37 min walk

677 Huntington Ave

1.47 miles away|29 min walk

684 Washington St

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

69 Annunciation Rd

1.62 miles away|32 min walk

75 St. Alphonsus St

1.54 miles away|30 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

0.69 miles away|14 min walk

835 Huntington Ave opp Parker Hill Ave

1.59 miles away|31 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

0.68 miles away|14 min walk

Allston Street

1.67 miles away|32 min walk

Amesbury St @ Vassar St

0.11 miles away|3 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

Amory Street

0.54 miles away|11 min walk

Amory Street - Amory St

0.52 miles away|11 min walk

Amory Street - Buick St Saint Paul St

0.58 miles away|12 min walk

Annunciation Rd & Albert St

1.64 miles away|32 min walk

Arlington

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (East)

1.87 miles away|36 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (West)

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

Arlington - Elevator Boylston St

1.83 miles away|36 min walk

Arlington - Public Garden

1.85 miles away|36 min walk

Arlington St @ Isabella St

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Arlington St @ Saint James Ave

1.88 miles away|37 min walk

Ave Louis Pasteur @ Longwood Ave

1.28 miles away|25 min walk

Ave Louis Pasteur @ The Fenway

1.14 miles away|22 min walk

Babcock Street

0.74 miles away|15 min walk

Babcock Street - Babcock St

0.81 miles away|16 min walk

Babcock Street - Harry Agganis Way Pleasant St

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

Back Bay

1.68 miles away|33 min walk

Back Bay - 167 Dartmouth St

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

The Neighbourhood: Cambridgeport

Cambridgeport is a small riverside neighborhood in Middlesex County, MA. The area sits along the Charles River and offers riverfront parks, walking paths, and recreational space. This district includes many cafes, casual restaurants, and small shops. The area includes grocery stores, a public library, and community centers. Local schools and playgrounds serve families. The district hosts regular street fairs and farmers' markets. Multiple bus routes and nearby subway stations provide direct transportation to downtown Boston and Cambridge. Bike lanes and short driving routes make errands and travel simple.

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Neighbourhood Description

Cambridgeport is a small riverside neighborhood in Middlesex County, MA. The area sits along the Charles River and offers riverfront parks, walking paths, and recreational space. This district includes many cafes, casual restaurants, and small shops. The area includes grocery stores, a public library, and community centers. Local schools and playgrounds serve families. The district hosts regular street fairs and farmers' markets. Multiple bus routes and nearby subway stations provide direct transportation to downtown Boston and Cambridge. Bike lanes and short driving routes make errands and travel simple.

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605 Putnam Avenue Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

8.71%

15–29 Years

48.69%

30–44 Years

21.55%

45–59 Years

9.9%

60+ Years

11.14%

Commute

21.96%

Transit

30.64%

Walk

20.7%

Drive

6.97%

Bike

Housing Ownership

26.65%

Owner Occupied

73.35%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
19.17%
Multi Family
3.26%
Single Person
41.12%
Multi Person
58.88%

Average Income

Household:$8,213,433.16 /yr

Individual:$5,294,249.79 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree32.02%
High School College6.28%
Diploma2.18%
Post Graduate48.44%
Others11.1%
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Education

Diploma2.18%
Post Graduate48.44%
Others11.1%
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