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253 Norfolk St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$4,200
Est. $221/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
969
Sq Ft
$4
Price/Sq Ft
99,999
Lot Sq Ft
Condominium
Type
147
Days on Market
Active Listed Sep 27, 2025 • MLS# 73436571 Copied!

About this home

Welcome to the Chocolate Factory! The striking loft-inspired residence offers a flexible open design accentuated by oversized windows, soaring ceilings, & distinctive exposed brick & beams. The sleek kitchen provides an island/breakfast bar plus newer stainless steel appliances. Two well-proportioned bedrooms feature hardwood floors and excellent closet storage. Added conveniences include in-unit laundry, central air, and two garage parking. Residents have access to a large shared patio ideal for lounging and grilling, as well as a dedicated garden area.. Nestled on a quiet tree-lined street in lively Inman Square, there is easy access to countless cafés, dining options, and boutiques. Positioned between bustling Central and Union Squares, and only half a mile to the Red Line. Harvard & Kendall/MIT are within a one-mile distance. Walk Score is 93 & Bike Score is 99. Rent covers heat, hot water, gas, parking for 2 cars, bike storage, snow clearance & trash removal

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
969 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
2

Facts & Features

2 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Living Area 969 sq ft
Lot Size 99,999 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 2
Has Garage Yes
Features None
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Financial

HOA Yes

Interior Features

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Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Garden
Patio & Porch: Patio
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Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 2
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Neighborhood

253 Norfolk St # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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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
0.2 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
0.7 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
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.3 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.
2.8 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Cambridgeport School
< 0.1 mi | #212 of 824 | Score: 54.3
Improved 94 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
263 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.2 mi
Grades 01-06
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.4 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
0.6 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-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.8 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.1 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
NuVu Innovation School
0.5 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.7 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

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Listed for Sale
Sep 27, 2025
$4,200
Original listing
Agent: Lisa Godwin Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 1, 2026 Sold $4,200 —
Sep 27, 2025 New Listing Added $4,200 —

Market Statistics

Days on Market
147 days
Price per Sq Ft
$4

Tax History

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Listing Information

Listing Agent Lisa Godwin
Listing Office Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Agent MLS ID BB700349
Office MLS ID AN2064
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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