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88 Hancock St # 12, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$750,000
Est. $4,613/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
720
Sq Ft
$1,042
Price/Sq Ft
1894
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 18, 2021 • MLS# 72787534 Copied!

About this home

Awesome Location, between Harvard & Central Squares! This corner unit, 2 bedroom, one bath, condo in a well maintained Grand Victorian building is on a quiet tree lined street. Gracious natural wood carved entry foyer and stair casing are throughout common area. The unit offers, high ceilings and lots of windows invite in natural light. A spacious open floor plan, with exposed brick & fireplace in the living room, newer kitchen, modern bath, gleaming hardwood floors, ample closets space, bonus private storage, & laundry in the building. Professionally managed and pet-friendly building. Minutes to the heart of Harvard & Central Sq, Red Line, shops, restaurants, nightlife, and parks. Close to MIT, Kendall Sq, MGH, Harvard, BU, Charles River, Whole Foods, Trader Joe, I-90. A true Urban Oasis!!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner STAIB, MATTHEW JAMES & SIZI CHEN
Mailing Address 88 HANCOCK ST UNIT 17, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $851,100
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $4,987
CPA Surcharge 3% ($132)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,119

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $851,100 $851,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Aug 3, 2022 $579,000 00166/0089
Apr 21, 2021 $750,000 00161/0036
Dec 15, 2020 $10 00159/0166
Jul 14, 2020 $33 75115/0352
Jun 8, 2018 $750,000 00149/0132
Nov 10, 2017 $750,000 00147/0080
Aug 22, 2017 $1 00146/0072
Jul 8, 2016 $625,000 00140/0126
Mar 13, 2014 $1 00129/0088
Jun 15, 2009 $270,000 00108/0025
Oct 13, 2006 $100 00096/0067
Jun 2, 2006 $370,000 00094/0052
Jun 24, 2005 $380,500 00089/0013
Sep 1, 1999 $185,000 0U66/0077
Aug 1, 1994 $146,500 0U49/0166

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
1894
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
720 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
3

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $685,000
Final Sale Price: $750,000
Difference: +$65,000 (+9.5%)
Performance Metrics
109.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $951
Sale $/sq ft: $1,042
This property sold for $1,042 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 44 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,042/sq ft
Area Average
$333/sq ft
Difference
+213.1%

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 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

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

Location

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Neighborhood

88 Hancock St # 12, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Walkability

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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
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
A
Amigos School
0.4 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.0 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.6 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-08
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
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
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
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
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.1 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.9 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
H

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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Property History

Market Insights

8.7%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 21, 2021
$750,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
Feb 18, 2021
$685,000
Original listing
Agent: Kim Walker Chin Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 11, 2026 Sold $768,000
Feb 18, 2021 New Listing Added $685,000

Market Statistics

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

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

Listing Information

Listing Agent Kim Walker Chin
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Agent MLS ID BB900860
Office MLS ID AN6200
Listing Data Updated Apr 21, 2021 7:32 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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