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172 Putnam Avenue 2Cambridge, MA 02139

For Sale

$825,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $4,000

Nestled in the Riverside neighborhood, 172 Putnam Ave, Unit 2, offers high ceilings, gleaming wood floors, and a 2 or 3 bedroom flexible floor plan. The newly updated kitchen is outfitted with white Shaker-style cabinets, granite countertops and brand new stainless steel appliances. A glass sliding door opens to a private covered deck, perfect for morning coffee or al fresco dining. While modern finishes enhance functionality, an exposed brick wall adds a touch of classic Cambridge charm. Ideally located near Harvard Square, Central Square, and the Charles River, this home offers unmatched neighborhood convenience, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, cultural attractions, and easy access to the Mass Pike and Route 2. With two-car parking, in-unit laundry, and additional basement storage, this condo is ready to welcome you home!

Listed by Lisa Drapkin

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Compass

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617-930-1288

Listed by Amy Lam

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Compass

Listed by Mengnan Chen

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Compass

Listed by MonaLisa Team

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Compass

Last updated October 18, 2025

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Source: MLSPin #73443038

Listing Facts

  • TypeCondo
  • NeighborhoodRiverside
  • Bedrooms2
  • Bathrooms1
  • Days on Prevu8
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$659.11/month
  • Taxes$1,380.86/year
  • Size906 sqft
  • Price per sqft$911

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Pets Allowed
  • Parking
  • Swimming Pool

Location

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Listing History

10/14/2025
Listed by Compass
$825,000

Property Details for 172 Putnam Avenue 2

Association

Amenities

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House Of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Fees

  • Association Fee: $659.11 Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Building Name: Cambridge Riverside Condiminium
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Covered Patio/Deck

Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Covered

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 906
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 407717
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,380.86
  • Tax Assessed Value: $713,300.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile

Measurements

  • Living Area: 906
  • Living Area Source: Master Deed

Rooms

  • Basement: Y
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Rooms Total: 5

Other

Environmental

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Features

  • Accessibility Features: No

Parking

Parking

  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Paved
  • Parking Total: 2

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/Less
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Public

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