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16 Chauncy St # 27, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$745,000
Est. $5,021/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
916
Sq Ft
$813
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
17
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 11, 2021 • MLS# 72796410 Copied!

About this home

Rare two bedroom offering in coveted brick building on a picturesque side street in Harvard Sq. Spacious and well maintained. Great investment with reliable rental history - or perfect to live in yourself. With nine foot ceilings, a fireplace, and south facing windows the large living room is perfect to relax or work in. French doors open into the dining area with original built-in glass hutches which maintain the charm alongside a renovated kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances. Each bedroom is large with no shared walls and has ample closet space. In between is a modern bathroom. The shared landscaped yard with mature trees offers both sun and shade and is the perfect outdoor retreat. At your doorstep is Harvard Sq and all the best that Cambridge has to offer. The area features countless coffee shops, local businesses, music venues, the American Repertory Theater, restaurants as well as an expansive green space and a huge playground at the Cambridge Common.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner WEI ZHONG
Mailing Address 41 GLEN ST, DOVER, MA, 02030

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style BASEMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $342,400
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $2,006
CPA Surcharge 3% ($43)
Estimated Annual Tax $2,049

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $342,400 $342,400

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 10, 2025 $100 00175/0048
Dec 28, 2023 $1 00170/0171
Sep 12, 2023 $443,000 00169/0187
Jul 13, 2023 $100 00169/0094
May 19, 2023 $580,000 00168/0180
Feb 2, 2023 $447,500 00168/0023
Dec 15, 2022 $365,840 00167/0158
Dec 5, 2022 $444,450 00167/0143
Aug 16, 2022 $515,000 00166/0118
Jun 14, 2022 $10 00165/0179
May 20, 2022 $530,000 00165/0136
Apr 22, 2022 $582,000 00165/0071
Feb 24, 2022 $749,900 00164/0170
Dec 21, 2021 $470,000 00184/0045
Nov 30, 2021 $375,000 00163/0185
Oct 12, 2021 $1 00163/0086
Sep 10, 2021 $699,000 00163/0014
Sep 9, 2021 $625,000 00163/0008
Sep 4, 2021 $529,900 00163/0018
May 28, 2021 $360,000 00161/0124
May 20, 2021 $370,000 00161/0105
May 6, 2021 $375,000 00161/0071
Apr 29, 2021 $745,000 00161/0051
Apr 16, 2021 $413,000 00161/0029
Mar 11, 2021 $488,000 00160/0142
Dec 30, 2020 $335,000 00160/0009
Oct 14, 2020 $349,000 00159/0048
Sep 28, 2020 $10 00159/0003
May 18, 2017 $1 00145/0016
Nov 18, 2016 $350,000 00142/0136
Aug 12, 2016 $560,000 00141/0061
Dec 22, 2015 $470,000 00138/0028
Apr 24, 2015 $1 00134/0090
Aug 26, 2014 $270,000 00131/0121
Jul 26, 2013 $347,000 00126/0138
Jul 3, 2013 $376,000 00126/0086
Feb 1, 2013 $255,000 00124/0067
Aug 22, 2012 $1 00122/0060
Aug 31, 2011 $329,000 00118/0020
Aug 29, 2011 $1 00117/0012
Jul 29, 2011 $164,000 00116/0107
Nov 29, 2010 $305,000 00114/0018
Nov 20, 2007 $204,900 00102/0040
Apr 25, 2006 $297,000 00093/0085
Sep 20, 2004 $181,360 00085/0043
Apr 16, 2004 $360,000 00082/0180
Mar 4, 2004 $209,900 00082/0102
Jan 6, 2004 $1 0U81/0199
May 13, 2003 $325,000 0U78/0200
Sep 30, 2002 $300,000 0U76/0111
Mar 2, 2001 $240,000 32454/0075
May 5, 1999 $149,000 0U64/0185
Jan 1, 1998 $2,200,000 00000/0000

Municipal Context: CAMBRIDGE

Median Home Value $925,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,175
Residential Tax Rate $5.86/1000
CPA Surcharge 3%
County Middlesex
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
916 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $730,000
Final Sale Price: $745,000
Difference: +$15,000 (+2.1%)
Performance Metrics
102.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
17
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $797
Sale $/sq ft: $813
This property sold for $813 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 2.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 17 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 23 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$813/sq ft
Area Average
$228/sq ft
Difference
+257.4%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 916 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Basement, Common Area
Features Elevator

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features None

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,607
Assessed Value $780,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range
Interior Features: Elevator
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Basement, Common Area
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Effective Year (Renovated): 1979
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Harvard Square

16 Chauncy St # 27, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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Nearby Schools

School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.0 mi | #100 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
1.3 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.4 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.2 mi | #242 of 824 | Score: 52.7
Improved 3 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
367 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.9 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.0 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.7 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
2.0 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.5 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.1 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73508118
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 28, 2026
$4,300
MLS #73508118 - Active
Sold
Apr 28, 2021
$745,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Mar 11, 2021
$730,000
Original listing
Agent: Eric Raynor Office: Apartment Rental Experts LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #72027349
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 19, 2016
$679,500
MLS #72027349

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 28, 2026 Sold $4,300
Mar 11, 2021 New Listing Added $730,000
Aug 19, 2016 Sold $679,500

Market Statistics

Days on Market
17 days
Price per Sq Ft
$813

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2020 $4,607 $780,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,607
Tax Year 2020
HOA Fee
$670
Per month
Assessed Value
$780,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Eric Raynor
Listing Office Apartment Rental Experts LLC
Agent MLS ID NB115359
Office MLS ID BB9012
Listing Data Updated May 1, 2021 10:33 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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