Dimensions7.5 x 8
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
20 Chestnut St # 11, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
$525,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$599,000
Final Sale Price:
$525,000
Difference:
$74,000 (-12.4%)
Performance Metrics
87.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
66
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,120
Sale $/sq ft:
$981
This property sold for $981 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 12.4% below the original asking price.
The property spent 66 days on market before selling.
About this home
Experience city living with deeded garage parking in a professionally managed elevator building. This architect-designed home features a smart layout with custom built-in shelving, a built-in dining table, and closets for modern living. The kitchen offers gas cooking, stainless steel appliances, a Bosch dishwasher, and a kitchen exhaust that vents to the exterior. Enjoy the renovated bath, in-unit laundry, central A/C with heat-pump HVAC, and a private balcony overlooking the courtyard. The underground garage has direct elevator access, plus a basement storage locker. Located 0.3 miles from Blue Bikes and free EZ Ride shuttles to Kendall Sq & North Station, half a mile from Boston University, and right next to MIT's campus. With the residential tax exemption, taxes are only $344.77 annually!
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
12.4%
Price Range
67
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Sold
Jun 12, 2026
$525,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 67
Status: Active under contract
Apr 30, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
Apr 29, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Price Reduced
Apr 1, 2026
$549,000
$50,000
(-8.35%)
From $599,000 to $549,000 (-8.3%)
Listed for Sale
Mar 5, 2026
$549,000
Original listing
Agent: Benjamin Ginsburg
Office: Redfin Corp.
Listed for Sale
Mar 5, 2026
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Benjamin Ginsburg
Office: Redfin Corp.
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2026 | ✓ Sold | $525,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 04/30/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 04/29/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 04/01/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $549,000 | $50,000 | - | From $599,000 to $549,000 (-8.3%) |
| 03/05/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $549,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 03/05/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $599,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,140 | $494,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,140
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$610
Monthly
Assessed Value
$494,500
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1989
Living Area
535 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
2
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Flooring
Tile, Laminate
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck, Balcony
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Assigned
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
100 Amp Service
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,140
Assessed Value
$494,500
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$610 Monthly
Fee Includes
Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Owner Is A Licensed Real Estate Salesperson In Massachusetts. Owner Is Not The Listing Agent. Unit Is Legally A Studio.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
11
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures
Measurements are approximate and need to be verified by buyer.
Documents
Master Deed, Rules & Regs (2)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
67 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
535 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
535 sq ft above grade
Dimensions7.416666666 x 8
FeaturesFlooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
Dimensions17.75 x 13
FeaturesCloset/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Laminate, Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard, Crown Molding
LevelSecond
Dimensions7.916666666 x 12.333333333
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Laminate, Slider, Lighting - Overhead
LevelSecond
FeaturesNo
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
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:
Tile, Laminate
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1989
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling:
Central Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Thermostat
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck, Balcony
Patio & Porch:
Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Assigned
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
3 schools
A-
Morse School
0.3 mi
|
#238 of 824
|
Score: 53.0
Improved 45 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
328 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
New England Hebrew Academy Elementary and Secondary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Amigos School
0.5 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
Middle Schools
2 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.9 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
1.4 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
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.7 mi
Grades 08-12
Boston Arts Academy
0.9 mi
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20 Chestnut St # 11, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Benjamin Ginsburg
Listing Office
Redfin Corp.
Office Phone
617-340-7803
Agent MLS ID
CN231388
Office MLS ID
NB3534
Listing Data Updated
Jun 12, 2026 4:51 PM EDT
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