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20 Chestnut St # 11, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$525,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
535
Sq Ft
$981
Price/Sq Ft
1989
Year Built
1
Garage Space
66
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 5, 2026 • MLS# 73483055 Copied! • Updated Jun 12, 2026

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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 20 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$981/sq ft
Area Average
$350/sq ft
Difference
+180.2%

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

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.

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
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Assigned
Total Spaces 1
Electric 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
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
Seller Disclosures Owner Is A Licensed Real Estate Salesperson In Massachusetts. Owner Is Not The Listing Agent. Unit Is Legally A Studio.
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
For Sale
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
535 sq ft
Total Rooms
2
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Room Details

Second Floor

Bathroom1
7.5 x 8
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Overhead
Kitchen
7.416666666 x 8
Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
Living Room
17.75 x 13
Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Laminate, Balcony - Exterior, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Lighting - Overhead, Beadboard, Crown Molding
Master Bedroom
7.916666666 x 12.333333333
Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Slider, Lighting - Overhead

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
No

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

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Neighborhood

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
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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