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179 Chestnut # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Cambridgeport
$975,000
Est. $5,582/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,048
Sq Ft
$930
Price/Sq Ft
0.12
Acres
1873
Year Built
3
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 17, 2023 • MLS# 73160291 Copied!

About this home

On one of the loveliest tree-lined streets in Cambridgeport, this 2-3 bed condo occupies the second floor of a classic 1873 Mansard Victorian. With high ceilings and abundant sunlight, the home centers around a proper dining room and distinct living room fit for entertaining, and the spacious primary bedroom, located at the rear of the unit, provides quiet sanctuary. Need an office or an extra bedroom? You'll discover it cleverly tucked off the living room, adding versatility to the mix. And oh, the covered porch! It's a dynamite spot, equally suited for hosting lively dinners or enjoying individual repose, soaking up the best months of the year. Amenities include one-car parking and generous storage in the basement (because all the things need their places). Prime location, less than half a mile from the Charles River, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, MIT, and easy access to Central and Harvard Squares, this residence offers a vibrant urban lifestyle of convenience and comfort.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1873
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,048 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $895,000
Final Sale Price: $975,000
Difference: +$80,000 (+8.9%)
Performance Metrics
108.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
3
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $854
Sale $/sq ft: $930
This property sold for $930 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 3 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1873
Living Area 1,048 sq ft
Lot Size 0.12 acres
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Features Study, Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Balcony / Deck, Covered Patio/deck, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Covered

Parking

Features Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range

Financial

Annual Tax $1,766
Assessed Value $766,300

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood, Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features: Study, Internet Available - Broadband
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1873
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Covered Patio/Deck, Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Covered
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Deeded

Location

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Neighborhood

Cambridgeport

179 Chestnut # 2, 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
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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.9 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
Shady Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.6 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
Fayerweather Street School
3.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.2 mi
Grades 01-12
A-
Morse School
0.2 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
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.4 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.6 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
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.5 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
2.5 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
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.5 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

25.4%
Price Range
10
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73496760
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Apr 7, 2026
$1,200,000
MLS #73496760 - Active
Sold
Dec 22, 2023
$975,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 10
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Listed for Sale
Sep 17, 2023
$895,000
Original listing
Agent: Lauren Holleran Team Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 7, 2026 Sold $1,200,000
Sep 17, 2023 New Listing Added $895,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
3 days
Price per Sq Ft
$930

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $1,766 $766,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$1,766
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$305
Monthly
Assessed Value
$766,300

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lauren Holleran Team
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID TM331830
Office MLS ID AN2064
Listing Data Updated Dec 22, 2023 3:38 PM EST
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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