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253 Norfolk Street # 7, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Area 4-The Port
$698,000
Est. $4,457/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
757
Sq Ft
$922
Price/Sq Ft
1896
Year Built
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 14, 2021 • MLS# 72814456 Copied!

About this home

Inviting loft-style one-bedroom residence at the Chocolate Factory, just outside Inman Square. Very appealing corner unit located on the back side of the building on the third floor. Enjoy larger windows and 11'–8" ceiling height. Expansive open plan main living area, anchored by gas fireplace. A spacious galley kitchen with new countertops is located next to a comfortable dining area. Full bath with shower-tub and in-unit washer-dryer. Larger bedroom with two closets and French doors. Central AC. Enjoy garage parking for one car in the building. Shared outdoor space with grill out back. Located between Harvard and MIT, with easy access the to Red Line in Central Square and planned Green Line stop in Union Square. On the doorstep of Inman Square. Newly refinished hardwood fllors and residence freshly painted. An exceptional offering.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1896
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
757 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $698,000
Final Sale Price: $698,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $922
Sale $/sq ft: $922
This property sold for $922 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 41 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$922/sq ft
Area Average
$354/sq ft
Difference
+160.6%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1896
Living Area 757 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air, Unit Control
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features City View(s), Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $3,765
Assessed Value $627,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1896
Effective Year (Renovated): 1998
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air, Unit Control
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: City View(s), Garden
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Under

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School

Location

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Neighborhood

Area 4-The Port

253 Norfolk Street # 7, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

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Monthly Payment Breakdown

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Property Tax $314
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $414/mo
PMI (if <20% down) $0

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Payment Over Time

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Year 1
95% Interest
Year 15
50/50
Year 30
95% Principal
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Property History

Market Insights

99.6%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73477838
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Feb 17, 2026
$2,550
MLS #73477838 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72853836
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Aug 4, 2021
$700,000
MLS #72853836
Sold
Jun 28, 2021
$698,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Apr 14, 2021
$698,000
Original listing
Agent: Charles Cherney Office: Compass

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 16, 2026 Sold $2,550
Aug 4, 2021 Sold $700,000
Apr 14, 2021 New Listing Added $698,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
19 days
Price per Sq Ft
$922

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $3,765 $627,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,765
Tax Year 2021
HOA Fee
$414
Monthly
Assessed Value
$627,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Charles Cherney
Listing Office Compass
Agent MLS ID BB983195
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Jun 28, 2021 1:11 PM 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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