Nestled in Harvard Square, this historical studio is flooded with natural light and serene tree-top, courtyard views! The unit itself, not just the building, was the documented residence of Vladimir Nabokov during his tenure (1942-1948) as Research Fellow and Curator of Lepidoptera at Harvard. During his years living here, Nabokov stood at the intersection of literature, science, and scholarship. This unit remains linked to a remarkable period in twentieth-century literary and intellectual history. The elevator building is located on a one-way, picturesque residential side street. The renovated kitchen is thoughtfully planned for functionality, new stainless steel appliances, and a four-burner gas range. Additional features include a decorative fireplace, lots of convenient closets, and hardwood floors. An open-plan invites your ideas for multiple layouts! This professionally managed, nonsmoking building has handy common laundry facilities. Minutes away from the Red Line and Harvard.
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| Year | Land | Building | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | $0 | $531,500 | $531,500 | — |
| Date | Price | Book/Page |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2025 | $100 | 00175/0048 |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $1 | 00170/0171 |
| Sep 12, 2023 | $443,000 | 00169/0187 |
| Jul 13, 2023 | $100 | 00169/0094 |
| May 19, 2023 | $580,000 | 00168/0180 |
| Feb 2, 2023 | $447,500 | 00168/0023 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | $365,840 | 00167/0158 |
| Dec 5, 2022 | $444,450 | 00167/0143 |
| Aug 16, 2022 | $515,000 | 00166/0118 |
| Jun 14, 2022 | $10 | 00165/0179 |
| Issued | Type / Work | Status | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2025 |
Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
remodeling of bathroom and kitchen. painting of entire unit.
By New Hope Constructtion
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1162007
|
Open | $73,000 |
| Sep 19, 2023 |
Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
open walls for the plumber to access pipes (As directed by Houghton Plumbing), add framing to secure pipes, remove and reinstall cabinets…
By Rufo Cleaning and Maintenace
Permit #qu2z-8suj:242665
|
Closed | $46,500 |
| Sep 23, 2021 |
Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Remove cabinet in kitchen and open wall for Plumber. Plumber will replace the back to back kitchen riser. Install framing for plumber to…
By Rufo Cleaning and Maintenance
Permit #qu2z-8suj:145064
|
Open | $25,000 |
| Aug 26, 2021 |
Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Open walls for plumbing repair and rebuild walls in apartments 10.21.31.41 and electrical Room
By Rufo Cleaning and Maintenance
Permit #qu2z-8suj:139910
|
Open | $19,800 |
| Field | Assessor | MLS | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sqft | 419 | 386 | ✓ |
| Year built | 1,900 | 1,900 | ✓ |
16 Chauncy St # 10, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
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| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2026 | 👁️ Showing Instructions Updated | - | - | - | New showing requirements |
| 06/12/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $459,000 | - | - | Original listing |
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