6 Porter Rd, Unit 1L

874 Sq. Ft.
$1,024 / Sq. Ft.
874
Sq. Ft.
$1,024
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Tucked away on a quiet side street in the heart of Porter Square, this well-appointed condo within a classic six-unit Victorian brick building offers a highly efficient front-to-back layout. The residence unfolds into a bright, open-concept living area where a thoughtfully updated kitchen—featuring white shaker cabinetry, grey granite countertops, a marble tile backsplash, and stainless appliances—centers around a peninsula with seating. Hardwood floors lead to a front-facing bedroom flooded with...Tucked away on a quiet side street in the heart of Porter Square, this well-appointed condo within a classic six-unit Victorian brick building offers a highly efficient front-to-back layout. The residence unfolds into a bright, open-concept living area where a thoughtfully updated kitchen—featuring white shaker cabinetry, grey granite countertops, a marble tile backsplash, and stainless appliances—centers around a peninsula with seating. Hardwood floors lead to a front-facing bedroom flooded with natural light with ample closet space and room for a desk. The other two bedrooms provide additional versatility for guests or office use, while the updated full bath features a black-and-white ceramic floor and a gracious subway-tiled stall shower. Modern comforts include central AC and private basement storage. Ideally situated just ~400 feet from the Red Line, commuter rail, and Porter shopping center, this home offers easy access to Davis Square, Harvard, and the very best of Cambridge.

Property Details for 6 Porter Road, Unit 1L

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Porter Square
Area
MA-Cambridge
Style
Low-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Parking Spaces Total
0
Unit Placement
Street, End
LISTING UPDATED: 05/17/2026 04:07 AM

Property Details for 6 Porter Road, Unit 1L

StatusActive
MLS #73517871
Days on Market26
Taxes$5,198 / year
HOA Fees$466 / month
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeRental / Condo
Year Built1900
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Building Information for 6 Porter Road, Unit 1L

Building/Complex6 Porter Road CondominiumFloor1Stories1Residences6Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1900

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$5,359 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,460

Property Taxes

$433

HOA Dues

$466

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Property Information for 6 Porter Road, Unit 1L

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, T-Station, University
  • Living Area: 874.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 6
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Converted: 2001
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Common Walls: End
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Intercom
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Common Area, In Building
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: Street
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Unit Deed, Master Plan, Floor Plans
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: The current tax amount does not reflect a residential exemption. Currently tenanted,leased until end of August. Some photos are virtually staged and do not depict the new triple pane windows Pets are allowed.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 4288507
  • Assessments: $747,100
  • Book: 71192
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Electricity, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Trash
  • Complex Name: 6 Porter Road Condominium
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Units Owner Occupied: 3
  • Owner Occupied Source: owner
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 1L
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Property History for 6 Porter Road, Unit 1L

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73517871

$895,000
Jun 21, 2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72323628

$700,000
Jun 11, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #625111492

$700,000

+8.3% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/13/2026

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73517871

$895,000
06/21/2018

Sold

MLS PIN #72323628

$700,000
06/11/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #625111492

$700,000

+8.3% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 6 Porter Road, Unit 1L

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$711,800Total-
Tax Record2025$4,520 ($377 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt874 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt874 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1900CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00178 L:000800001L

Schools near 6 Porter Road, Unit 1L

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Graham and Parks School
PublicPK to 5

Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Peabody School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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6 Porter Road, Unit 1L is a condo for sale in Cambridge, MA 02140. This property was listed for sale on May 13, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $895,000. It has been on the market for a total of 26 days and was last sold on June 21, 2018. This listing's school district is Cambridge School District. Nearby schools include Graham and Parks School, Rindge Avenue Upper School and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School. 6 Porter Road, Unit 1L is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 874 sqft condo built in 1900.

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