88 Hancock St # 12, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139 • Central Square
$758,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$768,000
Final Sale Price:
$758,000
Difference:
$10,000 (-1.3%)
Performance Metrics
98.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
28
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,067
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,053
This property sold for $1,053 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 1.3% below the original asking price.
With only 28 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Prime location between Harvard and Central Squares! This bright corner 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo is set in a well-maintained Victorian building on a quiet tree-lined street. The building features beautiful original details including a carved wood entry foyer and staircase. The unit offers high ceilings and abundant windows that bring in natural light, an open living area with exposed brick and fireplace, an updated kitchen, modern bath, gleaming hardwood floors, and generous closet space. Additional highlights include private storage and laundry in the building. Professionally managed and pet-friendly association. Minutes to Harvard Square, Central Square, the Red Line, shops, restaurants, parks, and vibrant city life, with easy access to MIT, Kendall Square, MGH, BU, the Charles River, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and I-90.
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Property History
Market Insights
2.3%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Apr 10, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Mar 12, 2026
$768,000
Original listing
Agent: Siyin Qu
Office: eXp Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72787534
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Apr 21, 2021
$750,000
MLS #72787534
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 03/12/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $768,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 04/21/2021 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $750,000 | - | - | MLS #72787534 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $4,361 | $681,800 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,361
Tax Year 2021
HOA Fee
$257
Monthly
Assessed Value
$681,800
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1894
Living Area
720 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
N
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,361
Assessed Value
$681,800
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$257 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Unit Rented For $3, 900 Until May 31, 2026.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Low-Rise"]
Unit/Building
12
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
30 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1894
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
720 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
720 sq ft above grade
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:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1894
Effective Year (Renovated):
1979
Structure Type:
Low-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
Window Unit(s)
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, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, 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
3 schools
A
John M Tobin School
0.3 mi
|
#137 of 824
|
Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.3 mi
|
#22 of 824
|
Score: 64.5
Improved 21 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
340 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.4 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
Middle Schools
3 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.3 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
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.9 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
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.5 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.2 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
Central Square
88 Hancock St # 12, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Siyin Qu
Listing Office
eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
Office Phone
888-854-7493
Agent MLS ID
CN221841
Office MLS ID
AC0342
Listing Data Updated
Jun 4, 2026 10:59 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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