Hidden Treasure. 3 Family. Good Rents. Very close to Central Square/Redline. Set back from street for more quiet living. Each unit has porch. Cozy court yard area for entertaining. Vinyl replacement windows & siding. Rubber roof. 3 Large units feature gleaming hardwood floors, and sun drenched rooms w/high ceilings. Modern Kitchens/Baths. Large Basement w/ expansion potential. Excellent for long term investment/Great Condo Conversion. Seeking reasonable offers.
- MLS# 70162199
- Date Listed03/23/2005
- Bedrooms 9
- Bathrooms 3 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.05 acres (2,047 sq. ft)
- Property Type Triplex
- County Middlesex
- Year Built 1905
- Water Public
- Square Feet 4,308 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $183.36
Interior Features
- Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Wood, Tile, Varies
- Heating Natural Gas, Baseboard
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Rubber
- Lot Size Acres 0.05
- Lot Size SQFT 2,047.00
- Lot Features Other
Directions
On River Street. House is behind 169 River Street
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $6,033
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
0.3 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.62 mi
Distance
Cambridge Rindge And Latin School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.62 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
0.3 mi
Distance
Dr Martin Luther King Jr School
Public • PK - 5
0.62 mi
Distance
John M. Tobin Montessori School
Public • PK - 5
1.07 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.07 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 8
1.43 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
1.71 mi
Distance
Dr Albert F Argenziano School At Lincoln Park
Public • PK - 8
1.88 mi
Distance
Public • PK - KG
2.3 mi
Distance
Horace Mann School For The Deaf
Public • PK - 12
2.51 mi
Distance
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public • PK - 8
2.77 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.62 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.71 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
1.71 mi
Distance
Community Charter School Of Cambridge
Public • 6 - 12
2.4 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 12
2.46 mi
Distance
Public • 7 - 8
2.81 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
3.03 mi
Distance
Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School
Public • 7 - 12
3.17 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12
3.32 mi
Distance
Roxbury Preparatory Charter School - Mission Hill
Public • 5 - 8
3.32 mi
Distance
Cambridge Rindge And Latin School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
0.62 mi
Distance
Public • 10 - UG
1.07 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
1.47 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.05 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.66 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.81 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.11 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.17 mi
Distance
Edward M. Kennedy Academy For Health Careers
Public • 9 - 10
3.32 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.42 mi
Distance
Private • 07 - 12
0.88 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
1.32 mi
Distance
Private • 08 - UG
1.32 mi
Distance
Private • UG - UG
1.81 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
1.92 mi
Distance
German International School Boston
Private • PK - 12
2.16 mi
Distance
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Private • PK - 12
2.24 mi
Distance
Private • 05 - 12
2.32 mi
Distance
Saint Joseph Preparatory High School
Private • 09 - 12
2.51 mi
Distance
Private • KG - UG
2.51 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Berkeley St | 7 | 6 | Oct 16, 2025 | $4,200,000 |
| 21 Chestnut St | 4 | 7 | Nov 19, 2025 | $11,800,000 |
| 160 Mount Vernon Street | 5 | 7 | Oct 18, 2025 | $7,890,000 |
| 57 Brewster Street | 6 | 5 | Oct 24, 2025 | $4,200,000 |
| 101 Pinckney Street | 6 | 10 | Dec 10, 2025 | $8,800,000 |
| 15 WIGGLESWORTH Street | 4 | 3 | Dec 03, 2025 | $1,187,000 |
| 11 Longfellow Rd | 4 | 5 | Oct 20, 2025 | $3,725,000 |
| 69 Hopedale St | 4 | 2 | Oct 21, 2025 | $999,999 |
| 157 Aspinwall | 5 | 5 | Nov 20, 2025 | $2,970,000 |
| 66 Rutland St | 6 | 4 | Dec 04, 2025 | $3,495,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 37,349 | 120,380 | 1,645,166 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 24,283 | 18,852 | 2,012 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.1 | 2 | 2.5 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 35.5 | 36 | 41.5 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $110,057 | $111,644 | $107,759 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $61,160 | $67,382 | $55,878 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 91 | 86 | 111 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 22.1°F | 22.1°F | 15.7°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 82.2°F | 82.2°F | 82.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.53" | 42.53" | 46.95" | 38" |
91/100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score ®
65/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
99/100
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score ®
Overview
Daily errands do not require a car. Many nearby public transportation options. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.Transit Summary
23 nearby routes: 22 bus, 1 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 77/100, Transit Score: 67/100, Bike Score: 77/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 171 173 River St
Source: Realty.com
171 173 River St, Cambridge, MA 02139 is a Triplex, Residential Income property listed for $789,900 The property is 4308 sq. ft with 9 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms
Our records indicate that 171 173 River St was built in 1905.
The full address for this home is 171 173 River St, Cambridge, MA 02139.
171 173 River St has been listed on Realty.com since Wed March 23, 2005
Daily errands do not require a car. Many nearby public transportation options. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 77/100, Transit Score: 67/100, Bike Score: 77/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 171 173 River St. Morse School (Grades: PK - 5), Putnam Avenue Upper School (Grades: 6 - 8), Cambridge Rindge And Latin School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Century 21 Legacy Properties
(tel: 617-666-2121)
Listing agent:
Mike Cohen
(tel: 617-852-1160)
(#BB801833)
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