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17 Gray Street # 4, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$665,000
Est. $4,003/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
986
Sq Ft
$674
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
10
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 30, 2018 • MLS# 72317315 Copied!

About this home

On a quiet street in one of the most coveted locations in Cambridge, this bright and airy one bedroom condominium exudes both charm and character. Situated just minutes from both Porter Square and historic Harvard Square, and close to The Red Line "T" and Commuter Rail, some of the best shops and restaurants, such as Shepard, are right outside your door. With an open loft like feel, the living area can comfortably accommodate large scale entertaining and is defined by a wall of windows overlooking the lush common garden. The dining area holds floor to ceiling custom built in cabinets and bookcases with lighting.The fully applianced kitchen boasts a large breakfast island, an abundance of storage, gas cooking and ample counter space. Ductless Mitsubishi units keep the whole apartment cool during those hotter evenings and offer cozy extra warmth in winter. The bedroom has been outfitted with tall bedroom closets. Common laundry and ample basement storage. Self managed and pet friendly.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner HALLOWELL, JAMES M., III
Mailing Address 17 GRAY ST., CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138-1509

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $701,100
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $4,108
CPA Surcharge 3% ($106)
Estimated Annual Tax $4,214

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $701,100 $701,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 18, 2018 $665,000 71171/0417
Nov 26, 1997 $128,000 27917/0248
Feb 11, 1994 $32,500 24254/0321
Nov 3, 1982 $83,000 14778/0071
May 27, 1982 $52,500 14619/0473

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 Apr 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
986 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $675,000
Final Sale Price: $665,000
Difference: $10,000 (-1.5%)
Performance Metrics
98.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
10
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $685
Sale $/sq ft: $674
This property sold for $674 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.5% below the original asking price.

With only 10 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 19 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$674/sq ft
Area Average
$217/sq ft
Difference
+209.9%

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

Facts & Features

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Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 986 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $1,382
Assessed Value $555,200

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Structure Type: Detached
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Location

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Neighborhood

17 Gray Street # 4, 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 Friends School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.8 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
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.4 mi
Grades 01-12
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.5 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
A
Amigos School
1.6 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
Fayerweather Street School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
< 0.1 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
0.4 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.7 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
1.2 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
1.8 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
2.1 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
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.7 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.2 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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Property History

Market Insights

11.3%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73505838
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 22, 2026
$750,000
MLS #73505838 - Active
Sold
Jun 20, 2018
$665,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
Apr 30, 2018
$675,000
Original listing
Agent: Jennifer Gelfand Office: Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 23, 2026 Sold $750,000
Apr 30, 2018 New Listing Added $675,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
10 days
Price per Sq Ft
$674

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $1,382 $555,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,382
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$325
Monthly
Assessed Value
$555,200

Listing Information

Listing Agent Jennifer Gelfand
Listing Office Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
Agent MLS ID BB800178
Office MLS ID BB5522
Listing Data Updated Sep 21, 2018 9:00 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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