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166-168 Elm St, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$1,705,000
Est. $9,075/month
7
Beds
4
Baths
3,365
Sq Ft
$507
Price/Sq Ft
0.09
Acres
1848
Year Built
3 Family
Type
41
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73148453

About this home

Are you looking for a place to call home where the mortgage is paid by other people? This is a rare opportunity to own a charming and versatile 3-family property located in the heart of Cambridge. With its desirable location in the hub of academic excellence, innovation and arts/entertainment this house has potential for rental income, a place to call home, multigenerational living, or potentially condos! Multiple spots for off-street parking on your own private driveway that leads you into a detached 2 car garage and private fenced in garden. Commuters will love the public transportation options! Central Station and Union Square both less than 3/4 of a mile and many bus stops are all within a few blocks! Existing floor plans in each unit offer a simple and efficient style of living to maximize the space. The opportunities at this property are endless!! Come see!

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,995,000
Final Sale Price: $1,705,000
Difference: $290,000 (-14.5%)
Performance Metrics
85.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
41
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $593
Sale $/sq ft: $507
This property sold for $507 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 14.5% below the original asking price.

The property spent 41 days on market before selling.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family
Property Category
Residential Income
Year Built
1848
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,365 sq ft
Total Rooms
17
Stories
3
Levels
3

Interior Features

Flooring
Tile, Concrete, Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features
Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office/Den, Laundry Room
Laundry Features
Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details
Full

Exterior & Structure

Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter, Block, Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Porch
Fencing
Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Lot Size
0.09 acres
Lot Size
3,800 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0900
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Road Surface Type
Paved
Road Frontage Type
Public

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
2
Has Garage
Yes
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
2

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, University, Sidewalks
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$10,033
Tax Year
2022
Tax Assessed Value
$1,712,100
Tax Lot
2
Tax Map Number
79
Zoning
C-1

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Disclosures
Partially finished basement includes 2 office/dens, an open living room, a full bath, and an opportunity to add a full kitchen with cabinetry already in place. Newer boiler (2017) and hot water heater (2022) for unit 2. Public school choices are first come first serve.
Listing Terms
Other (See Remarks)

Location

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Neighborhood

166-168 Elm St, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Cps
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Middle School
Cps
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High School
Rindge & Latin
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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $836
Homeowners Insurance $200
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

5.3%
Price Range
43
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Nov 22, 2023
$1,705,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 43
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Listed for Sale
Aug 15, 2023
$1,800,000
Original listing
Office: Movementum Realty, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Aug 15, 2023 New Listing Added $1,800,000 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
41 days
Price per Sq Ft
$507

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2022 $10,033 $1,712,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$10,033
Tax Year 2022
Assessed Value
$1,712,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Philip Haley
Listing Office Movementum Realty, LLC
Agent MLS ID CN230823
Office MLS ID AC1745

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