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164 Elm Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140
$1,625,000
Est. $9,593/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,949
Sq Ft
$834
Price/Sq Ft
1996
Year Built
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 16, 2024 • MLS# 73224510 Copied!

About this home

Rare opportunity to own a tranquil retreat at this young townhome. Your private oasis awaits with the private, fenced yard with patio, plantings and storage sheds. The open floor plan overlooks the yard with two sliders from dining room and living room with fireplace. Fully renovated kitchen offers peninsula seating, Viking stove, hood and stainless steel appliances. 2nd floor features 2 bdrms with double closets with systems, laundry and a full bath with marble topped vanity. Spacious main suite has windows with treetop views, a walk-in closet with system, and a bathroom with double vanity and linen closet. Family room or office space on carpeted lower level plus plenty of storage space. Deeded, 1 car deeded PARKING. Tucked away off the street, yet only a few short blocks to Davis & Porter Squares - Redline T to S Station, Commuter Rail to N Station, Community Path, restaurants, shopping, services and so much more! Residential exemption would lower taxes by approximately $2,900!!!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner HANSON, GORDON
Mailing Address 164 ELM ST, UNIT 1, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02140

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style TOWNHOUSE

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,816,500
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $10,645
CPA Surcharge 3% ($302)
Estimated Annual Tax $10,946

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $1,816,500 $1,816,500

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
May 29, 2024 $1,625,000 82818/0269
Jan 31, 2007 $652,000 48929/0028
Jan 1, 1998 $232,000 00000/0000
Oct 29, 1996 $319,000 26780/0477

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
1996
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,949 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
4
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,680,000
Final Sale Price: $1,625,000
Difference: $55,000 (-3.3%)
Performance Metrics
96.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $862
Sale $/sq ft: $834
This property sold for $834 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.3% below the original asking price.

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

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 12 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$834/sq ft
Area Average
$525/sq ft
Difference
+58.7%

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

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1996
Living Area 1,949 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden, Screens, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Security, Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $9,310
Assessed Value $1,572,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
Windows: Screens
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1996
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 4

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden, Screens, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Security, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

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Neighborhood

164 Elm Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140

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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
Cambridge Friends School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.6 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
Cambridge Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Elementary School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.0 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.9 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
2.1 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
B+
Peabody School
0.4 mi | #278 of 824 | Score: 51.4
Improved 84 spots from last year
-6.8 below state avg
314 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.4 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
1.8 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
2.0 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
2.3 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
2.1 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.2 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.5 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

3.3%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 29, 2024
$1,625,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Apr 16, 2024
$1,680,000
Original listing
Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 16, 2024 New Listing Added $1,680,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
19 days
Price per Sq Ft
$834

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $9,310 $1,572,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,310
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$400
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,572,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Elizabeth Darby
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB911092
Office MLS ID AN4874
Listing Data Updated May 29, 2024 12:50 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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