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16 Chauncy St # 21, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Neighborhood 9
$400,000
Est. $2,672/month
1
Baths
384
Sq Ft
$1,042
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
48
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 15, 2019 • MLS# 72482686 Copied!

About this home

Located in Neighborhood Nine district and much sought after Harvard Square neighborhood in a historic building once occupied by Vladimir Nabokov’s as he completed research at Harvard for his translation of Alexander Pushkin’s Eugene Onegin. The street is lined with budding and blossoming flowered trees that charm the senses as you meander down towards the active and eclectic street shops that fill Massachusettes Ave. Hardwood floors, high ceilings, brick corner fireplace, period tiled kitchen, and bath greet you as you enter through the threshold into this delightful studio condo with vintage character and detail. Basque in the natural light streaming through the windows while enjoying the lush green courtyard view from the breakfast/dining nook off the kitchen. Elevatored building with full Laundry facilities off the lobby. Low condo fee, pet-friendly and excellent location to Harvard make this the perfect place and investment opportunity for those looking to own a piece of Cambridge.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner THEMIS PROPERTIES, LLC
Mailing Address 7 LENA RD, NATICK, MA, 01760

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $531,500
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $3,115
CPA Surcharge 3% ($76)
Estimated Annual Tax $3,190

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $531,500 $531,500

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 10, 2025 $100 00175/0048
Dec 28, 2023 $1 00170/0171
Sep 12, 2023 $443,000 00169/0187
Jul 13, 2023 $100 00169/0094
May 19, 2023 $580,000 00168/0180
Feb 2, 2023 $447,500 00168/0023
Dec 15, 2022 $365,840 00167/0158
Dec 5, 2022 $444,450 00167/0143
Aug 16, 2022 $515,000 00166/0118
Jun 14, 2022 $10 00165/0179

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
May 11, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
remodeling of bathroom and kitchen. painting of entire unit.
By New Hope Constructtion
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1162007
Open $73,000
Sep 19, 2023 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
open walls for the plumber to access pipes (As directed by Houghton Plumbing), add framing to secure pipes, remove and reinstall cabinets…
By Rufo Cleaning and Maintenace
Permit #qu2z-8suj:242665
Closed $46,500
Sep 23, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Remove cabinet in kitchen and open wall for Plumber.  Plumber will replace the back to back kitchen riser.  Install framing for plumber to…
By Rufo Cleaning and Maintenance
Permit #qu2z-8suj:145064
Open $25,000
Aug 26, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Open walls for plumbing repair and rebuild walls in apartments 10.21.31.41 and electrical Room
By Rufo Cleaning and Maintenance
Permit #qu2z-8suj:139910
Open $19,800
Data: City of Cambridge Open Data (data.cambridgema.gov)

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 Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
384 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $505,000
Final Sale Price: $400,000
Difference: $105,000 (-20.8%)
Performance Metrics
79.2%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
48
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,315
Sale $/sq ft: $1,042
This property sold for $1,042 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 20.8% below the original asking price.

The property spent 48 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 43 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,042/sq ft
Area Average
$143/sq ft
Difference
+628.5%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 384 sq ft
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Steam
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
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 For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $2,085
Assessed Value $343,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
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

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Neighborhood 9

16 Chauncy St # 21, 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 Montessori School
0.7 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
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
1.3 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.
1.7 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
M

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
1.9 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
1.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.5 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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Homeowners Insurance $200
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Property History

Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
49
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73532118
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 9, 2026
$2,400
MLS #73532118 - Active
Sold
Jul 17, 2019
$400,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 49
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Listed for Sale
Apr 15, 2019
$429,000
Original listing
Office: RE/MAX Insight

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 9, 2026 Sold $2,400
Apr 15, 2019 New Listing Added $429,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
48 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,042

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2019 $2,085 $343,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,085
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$276
Monthly
Assessed Value
$343,800

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID CN224140
Office MLS ID NB5012
Listing Data Updated Jul 17, 2019 1:55 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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