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East Cambridge Kendall Square MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

CAMBRIDGE, MA 02142

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 02142

East Cambridge · Kendall Square · MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CAMBRIDGE, MA real estate market (02142) currently shows 3 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 26 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 26 days on market compared to 16 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 31% year-over-year, from $2,295,000 to $1,583,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 4,474  ·  Density: 5,506.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $150,294

Typical home value: $1,555,460  ·  Homeownership: 11.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇩ 57.1% vs 7 last year
Pending
1
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,583,750
⇩ 31% vs $2,295,000 last year
Average Price
$1,940,250
⇩ 15.9% vs $2,306,571 last year
Days on Market
26
⇧ 62.5% vs 16 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$947
⇩ 33.9% vs $1,433/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,710 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 7 last year
  • Days on market: 26 now vs 16 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,583,750 (-31% YoY)
  • Average: $1,940,250 (-15.9% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 3.3 miles — 313 listings ($961,032,997 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
02142Cambridge, MA 021420.0 mi4$4,853,000$897,000$1,213,250
02114Boston, MA 021140.8 mi47$99,486,639$1,144,000$2,116,737
02108Boston, MA 021081.0 mi28$169,796,872$5,995,000$6,064,174
02199Boston, MA 021991.1 mi6$68,902,800$6,299,000$11,483,800
02111Boston, MA 021111.4 mi31$56,847,831$1,197,000$1,833,801
02109Boston, MA 021091.5 mi10$15,068,000$1,720,000$1,506,800
02129Charlestown, MA 021291.6 mi20$23,509,200$969,990$1,175,460
02115Boston, MA 021151.7 mi41$181,335,538$1,495,000$4,422,818
02145Somerville, MA 021452.0 mi23$21,720,878$899,000$944,386
02210Boston, MA 022102.4 mi43$165,340,289$2,175,000$3,845,123
02446Brookline, MA 024462.4 mi33$81,314,871$2,550,000$2,464,087
02138Cambridge, MA 021382.9 mi18$67,775,994$1,549,500$3,765,333
02149Everett, MA 021493.3 mi9$5,081,085$475,000$564,565

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02142?

As of February 2026, there are 3 active listings in CAMBRIDGE, MA (zip code 02142), compared to 7 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02142?

The median listing price in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02142 is $1,583,750 as of February 2026, a 31% decrease from $2,295,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CAMBRIDGE, MA?

Homes in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02142 spend an average of 26 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 16 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02142?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02142 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 26 days on market compared to 16 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CAMBRIDGE, MA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CAMBRIDGE, MA 02142 save an estimated $31,675 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,583,750. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.