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549 Franklin Street, Cambridge, MA 02139

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2 Beds
2 Baths
1,366 Sq Ft

In a sea of sameness, it takes real courage to break the mold. Thats this Riverside home in a nutshellbold, and unapologetically differentand its a creative blank canvas, freshly painted and ready for your style to shine! Inside, youll discover five spacious rooms spread across three levels. On the first floor, youll find a generous bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, along with a spacious living room featuring French doors that open to the patio. The second floor boasts vaulted ceilings, an open-concept living/dining/kitchen area, and a large bedroom with a charming south-facing balcony. The third floor offers endless possibilities! Use it as extra sleeping space, a playroom, or an officethe choice is yours! Located in the heart of Cambridge, Riverside is a vibrant, close-knit neighborhood with tree-lined streets, and top-tier accessibility. Near the Charles River, Harvard, Central, and the sought-after MLK Jr. School, it blends city access with a true sense of community.

Listing By: mamlspin Realty.com
  • MLS# 73356904
  • Date Listed04/09/2025
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 2 Full baths
  • Lot Size 0.02 acres (1,045 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County Middlesex
  • Year Built 1902
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 1,366 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $874.82

Interior Features

  • Appliances Gas Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring Wood, Laminate
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Balcony
  • Roof Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres 0.02
  • Lot Size SQFT 1,045.00
  • Lot Features -

Directions

Between Putnam and Bay Street.

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $6,804
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Dr Martin Luther King Jr School

Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home

0.2 mi

Distance

Morse School

Public • PK - 5

0.84 mi

Distance

John M. Tobin Montessori School

Public • PK - 5

0.89 mi

Distance

Fletcher/maynard Academy

Public • PK - 5

0.89 mi

Distance

Dr Albert F Argenziano School At Lincoln Park

Public • PK - 8

1.46 mi

Distance

Thomas Gardner Pilot Academy

Public • PK - 8

1.59 mi

Distance

King Open

Public • PK - 5

1.62 mi

Distance

Capuano Ecc

Public • PK - KG

1.99 mi

Distance

John F. Kennedy Elementary School

Public • PK - 8

2.26 mi

Distance

Peabody School

Public • PK - 5

2.56 mi

Distance

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home

0.2 mi

Distance

Cambridge Street Upper School

Public • 6 - 8

1.62 mi

Distance

Vassal Lane Upper School

Public • 6 - 8

1.62 mi

Distance

Next Wave Junior High School

Public • 7 - 8

2.35 mi

Distance

Community Charter School Of Cambridge

Public • 6 - 12

2.36 mi

Distance

Rindge Avenue Upper School

Public • 6 - 8

2.56 mi

Distance

Boston Latin School

Public • 7 - 12

2.96 mi

Distance

Clarence R Edwards Middle School

Public • 6 - 8

3.31 mi

Distance

Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School

Public • 7 - 12

3.37 mi

Distance

Quincy Upper School

Public • 6 - 12

3.59 mi

Distance

Cambridge Rindge And Latin School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

0.2 mi

Distance

Jas Youthbuild

Public • 10 - UG

0.89 mi

Distance

Match Charter Public School

Public • 9 - 12

1.93 mi

Distance

Somerville High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.35 mi

Distance

Boston Arts Academy

Public • 9 - 12

2.44 mi

Distance

Full Circle High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.71 mi

Distance

Snowden Int'l High School

Public • 9 - 12

2.98 mi

Distance

Curtis-tufts High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.18 mi

Distance

Brighton High School

Public • 9 - 12

3.37 mi

Distance

Edward M. Kennedy Academy For Health Careers

Public • 9 - 10

3.83 mi

Distance

James F Farr Academy

Private • 07 - 12

1.2 mi

Distance

Threshold Program Lesley Univ

Private • UG - UG

1.33 mi

Distance

Boston University Academy

Private • 09 - 12

1.83 mi

Distance

Ivy Street School

Private • 08 - UG

1.83 mi

Distance

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

Private • PK - 12

2.1 mi

Distance

German International School Boston

Private • PK - 12

2.25 mi

Distance

Bay Cove Academy

Private • 09 - 12

2.27 mi

Distance

Saint Joseph Preparatory High School

Private • 09 - 12

2.78 mi

Distance

Kennedy Day School Program

Private • KG - UG

2.78 mi

Distance

The Winsor

Private • 05 - 12

2.83 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in MA / 02139

Source: Walkscore

96/100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score ®

77/100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score ®

96/100

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score ®

Overview

Daily errands do not require a car. Transit is convenient for most trips. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.

Transit Summary

36 nearby routes: 33 bus, 3 rail, 0 other

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 79/100, Transit Score: 67/100, Bike Score: 77/100.

Property Change History

Points of Interest near 549 Franklin Street, Cambridge, MA 02139

Frequently Asked Questions for 549 Franklin Street

Source: Realty.com

549 Franklin Street, Cambridge, MA 02139 is a Single Family 1,366 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 27 photos available of this 2 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $1,195,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 27 photos of 549 Franklin Street.

Our records indicate that 549 Franklin Street was built in 1902.

The full address for this home is 549 Franklin Street, Cambridge, MA 02139.

549 Franklin Street has been listed on Realty.com since Wed April 09, 2025

Daily errands do not require a car. Transit is convenient for most trips. Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 79/100, Transit Score: 67/100, Bike Score: 77/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 549 Franklin Street. Dr Martin Luther King Jr School (Grades: PK - 5), Putnam Avenue Upper School (Grades: 6 - 8), Cambridge Rindge And Latin School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Compass (tel: 617-303-0067)
Listing agent: Emma Guardia Roland Rambaud & Team (tel: 617-276-2512) (#TM325201)

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