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26 Chatham St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Mid Cambridge
$1,087,000
Est. $6,509/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,015
Sq Ft
$1,071
Price/Sq Ft
1910
Year Built
4
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 10, 2024 • MLS# 73262290 Copied!

About this home

Urban living at its best with Walk Score of 91 and Bike Score of 95! Light/bright with highly desirable mid-Camb location, this wonderful 2 bed/2bath condo on quiet, tree-lined street offers open floor plan & sprawling rear deck, perfect for indoor/outdoor entertaining. Renovated kitchen has white cabinets, granite counters, gas cooking, recessed lights, island and pantry. Add'l features incl master bedroom w/bath, hw flrs in most rooms, and classic New England front porch. In a brilliant use of space, you’ll find a sweet built-in desk w/shelving in hall between bedrooms, & a wall of shelving in entry foyer. Exposed brick chimney between kitchen & dining rm adds even more character. Mini split in kitchen keeps the unit cool on hot summer days. An abundance of storage space in basement & garage. Front yard is beautifully landscaped & the home has been well maintained by the residents. GARAGE. Convenient to Harvard, Central, Inman, Porter, Davis & Kendall Squares. A commuter's paradise

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ZHAO, ZEZHOU
Mailing Address 26 CHATHAM ST, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style FLAT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $789,000
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $4,624
CPA Surcharge 3% ($121)
Estimated Annual Tax $4,745

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $789,000 $789,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 19, 2024 $1,087,000 83142/0090
Jun 1, 2023 $955,000 81601/0590
Jun 2, 2014 $720,000 63697/0457
Apr 16, 1986 $340,000 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
1910
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,015 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,075,000
Final Sale Price: $1,087,000
Difference: +$12,000 (+1.1%)
Performance Metrics
101.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
4
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,059
Sale $/sq ft: $1,071
This property sold for $1,071 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 4 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 32 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,071/sq ft
Area Average
$418/sq ft
Difference
+156.0%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,015 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling Ductless
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement, In Building, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Closet/cabinets - Custom Built, Foyer

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Porch, Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Storage, Deeded, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Icemaker Connection

Financial

Annual Tax $5,102
Assessed Value $861,900

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Interior Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Foyer
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement, In Building, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Effective Year (Renovated): 1987
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Ductless
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Storage, Deeded, Off Street, Paved

Location

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Neighborhood

Mid Cambridge

26 Chatham St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.5 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
0.6 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.9 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John M Tobin School
0.2 mi | #137 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.4 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
0.9 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
1.1 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.8 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.2 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

1.1%
Price Range
5
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Aug 19, 2024
$1,087,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 5
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Listed for Sale
Jul 10, 2024
$1,075,000
Original listing
Agent: Anne Mahon Office: Leading Edge Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jul 10, 2024 New Listing Added $1,075,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
4 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,071

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $5,102 $861,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,102
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$387
Monthly
Assessed Value
$861,900

Listing Information

Listing Agent Anne Mahon
Listing Office Leading Edge Real Estate
Agent MLS ID CT004350
Office MLS ID AN4638
Listing Data Updated Aug 20, 2024 1:05 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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