21 Chauncy St. # 21, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$555,000
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$549,000
Final Sale Price:
$555,000
Difference:
+$6,000 (+1.1%)
Performance Metrics
101.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
7
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$845
Sale $/sq ft:
$854
This property sold for $854 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 7 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$854/sq ft
Area Average
$196/sq ft
Difference
+336.3%
This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.
About this home
Charming in the Square! This delightful second-floor condo in a handsome turn of the century brick mid-rise is an ideal pied-a-terre, starter home, or investment. Located just steps to Cambridge Common on sought after Chauncy St., this Harvard Square home maintains much of its original character including; hardwood flooring, a fireplace, built-ins, and crown molding. A large foyer provides a warm welcome into the sunny living room, while the kitchen offers gas cooking, exposed brick, and a lovely casement window in the breakfast area. On the other side of the unit, the queen sized bedroom provides a quiet retreat adjacent to the modern bathroom with a tiled tub and shower. Deeded private storage and common laundry can be found in the basement of this professionally managed building. The perfect Radcliffe location, nestled between the main Harvard campus and Harvard Law is just a 1/2 mile to the red line and within blocks of countless shops, restaurants and neighborhood amenities.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
8
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73539267
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jun 20, 2026
$3,250
MLS #73539267 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72982639
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Aug 5, 2022
$715,000
MLS #72982639
Sold
Jun 3, 2019
$555,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 8
Listed for Sale
Apr 2, 2019
$549,000
Original listing
Agent: Kiernan Middleman
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/20/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $3,250 | - | - | MLS #73539267 - Active |
| 08/05/2022 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $715,000 | - | - | MLS #72982639 |
| 06/03/2019 | ✓ Sold | $555,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/02/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $549,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $2,837 | $466,600 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$2,837
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$338
Monthly
Assessed Value
$466,600
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1900
Living Area
650 sq ft
Lot Size
0.0000
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Central, Steam
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
Common Area
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/less
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$2,837
Assessed Value
$466,600
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$338 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
14
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Seller Makes No Representations Regarding Square Footage And Will Not Renegotiate For Any Discrepancies. Closet Is Outside Of Bedroom. Association Allows For Fireplace Use However It Has Not Been Used For Several Years And Will Need Inspection.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
21
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures
Measured at 650 sq. ft., Public Records state 500 sq. ft., Building Plans state 675 sq ft.
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Association Financial Statements (5)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
8 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
650 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Common Area
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1900
Effective Year (Renovated):
1988
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Steam
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.0 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
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
1.4 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.4 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.6 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.2 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
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.2 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.9 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
1.0 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
1.7 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
2.0 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
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.1 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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Neighborhood
Harvard Square
21 Chauncy St. # 21, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Kiernan Middleman
Listing Office
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
Office Phone
617-848-9616
Agent MLS ID
M8000871
Office MLS ID
AN2213
Listing Data Updated
Jun 6, 2019 11:07 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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