Prevu by reAlpha
BuySellBlogBrowse Listings

42 Linnaean St 15Cambridge, MA 02138

For Sale

$574,900

Smart Buyer Rebate - Ask

This top-floor corner unit at 42 Linnaean St puts you steps from Porter Sq with all the charm of 1920s Cambridge architecture and none of the maintenance headaches. You're getting a sun-drenched one-bedroom with oversized windows, hardwood floors, high ceilings, and a wood-burning fireplace framed by built-in bookshelves. The unit features a renovated kitchen and bathroom, newer windows throughout, and a layout that maximizes light and cross-ventilation. The building is exceptionally well-managed with recent updates including a new roof, updated common areas, and strong financials. This is an animal-free building—which means cleaner air, fewer allergens, and a quieter living environment for those who value it. Heat is included in the condo fee, and you've got in-building laundry and storage. You're a short walk to Harvard Square, the Red Line, incredible restaurants, and everything that makes Cambridge worth the price tag. Top floor. Corner unit. Porter Sq location. Move-in ready!

Listed by Adam Shulman

·

Leading Edge Real Estate

·

617-872-9731

Last updated March 13, 2026

·

Source: MLSPin #73485759

Listing Facts

  • TypeCondo
  • NeighborhoodNeighborhood Nine
  • Bedrooms1
  • Bathrooms1
  • Days on Prevu3
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$543/month
  • Taxes$2,887/year
  • Size545 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,055

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Storage

Location

Mortgage Calculator

Listing History

03/12/2026
Listed by Leading Edge Real Estate
$574,900

Property Details for 42 Linnaean St 15

Association

Amenities

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Storage
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Pets Allowed: No

Fees

  • Association Fee: $543.00 Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 61
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Building Name: Linnaean Street Condominium Trust
  • Common Walls: End Unit, Corner
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Exterior Features: Patio

Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 545
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: M:00212 L:0005242/15,415353
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,887.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $454,700.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood

Measurements

  • Living Area: 545
  • Living Area Source: Public Record

Rooms

  • Basement: Y
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Rooms Total: 4

Parking

Parking

  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Maria L. Baldwin School

High School

  • High School: Cambridge Rindge And Latin

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Rindge Avenue Upper School

Utilities

Equipment

  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Steam
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: For Gas Range
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this condo have?

There is 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom in this condo at 42 Linnaean St 15.

What schools are nearby to 42 Linnaean St 15?

Nearby schools include the Maria L. Baldwin School Elementary School, Rindge Avenue Upper School Middle School, and Cambridge Rindge And Latin High School.

What are the annual taxes for 42 Linnaean St 15?

Annual taxes for this condo are estimated at $2,887.

How does 42 Linnaean St 15 compare to other condos in Neighborhood Nine?

This condo is listed 59% below the average price for condos in Neighborhood Nine and has been on the market for 30 less days than the typical home in this area.

What building or home owners association is the condo part of?

This condo is in the Linnaean Street Condominium Trust building.

What is the square footage on this condo?

According to the MLS, this listing is 545 sqft.

42 Linnaean St 15 is a 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo for sale in Cambridge MA 02138. On Prevu for 3 days at $574,900. This home features 545 square feet of living space, located in Neighborhood Nine. The median listing price for condos in this area is $1,549,000. Nearby schools include Maria L. Baldwin School Elementary School, Rindge Avenue Upper School Middle School, and Cambridge Rindge And Latin High School. Additional amenities include private outdoor space and storage. Explore more condo listings in Cambridge.

The property listing data and information, or the Images, set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors, landlords and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information, and the Images, are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing, leasing or renting listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing, leasing or renting. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information, or as to the accuracy of any of the Images, set forth herein.

Full MLS Disclaimers

Rebate estimate is indicative only and based on listing price and estimated buyer's agent commission paid by owner, if applicable. Final rebates are subject to Terms of Use and may vary due to final negotiated transaction terms.