Rare penthouse in Harvard Square — the only condo on the 5th floor. This top-floor loft with approx. 11 ft ceilings offers hardwood floors, four sides of light, and in-unit laundry. The current owners thoughtfully renovated the kitchen and created two full baths, updating plumbing and electrical for modern comfort. The expansive private roof deck offers sweeping city views creates a space that invites everything from sunrise yoga to summer movie nights, winter igloo dining, quiet mornings with coffee, or evenings spent entertaining under the stars. It’s a setting that elevates daily living. Tucked on a quiet one-way residential street just minutes to Harvard, Lesley, Radcliffe, the Red Line, Commuter Rail, and the shops and restaurants between Harvard and Porter Squares, and there is easy street parking. Ideal as a primary home or Pied-à-terre. Only the second time offered in 31 years. The entrance to the unit is on the 4th floor, . Also available for rent.
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| Year | Land | Building | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | $0 | $531,500 | $531,500 | — |
| 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 |
| Issued | Type / Work | Status | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2025 |
Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
remodeling of bathroom and kitchen. painting of entire unit.
By New Hope Constructtion
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1162007
|
Open | $73,000 |
| Sep 19, 2023 |
Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
open walls for the plumber to access pipes (As directed by Houghton Plumbing), add framing to secure pipes, remove and reinstall cabinets…
By Rufo Cleaning and Maintenace
Permit #qu2z-8suj:242665
|
Closed | $46,500 |
| Sep 23, 2021 |
Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Remove cabinet in kitchen and open wall for Plumber. Plumber will replace the back to back kitchen riser. Install framing for plumber to…
By Rufo Cleaning and Maintenance
Permit #qu2z-8suj:145064
|
Open | $25,000 |
| Aug 26, 2021 |
Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Open walls for plumbing repair and rebuild walls in apartments 10.21.31.41 and electrical Room
By Rufo Cleaning and Maintenance
Permit #qu2z-8suj:139910
|
Open | $19,800 |
Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.
| Field | Assessor | MLS | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sqft | 419 | 655 | ✗ |
| Year built | 1,900 | 1,900 | ✓ |
Harvard Square
16 Chauncy St # 60, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 04/18/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 04/17/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $795,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 11/09/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $600,500 | - | - | MLS #72076086 |
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