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173 Hancock St. # 7, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$850,000
Est. $5,430/month
2
Beds
1
Baths
906
Sq Ft
$938
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
9
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 27, 2025 • MLS# 73339028 Copied!

About this home

Perfectly located on a tree lined street in a desirable courtyard setting of three brick buildings sits this charming mid-Cambridge condo. Two generous size bedrooms with ample closet space, a large living room with three bay windows, abundant light, bookshelves and decorative fireplace mantel. Eat in kitchen, stainless steel appliances with gas Bosch stove, microwave, dishwasher, full size refrigerator and granite counter tops leading to an exclusive deck off the back hall. Hardwood floors, high ceilings, in-unit washer and dryer and large storage area in basement. Close to all Cambridge has to offer, shops, restaurants and walking distance to Harvard, Central and Inman Squares.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BENTON, CHRISTOPHER B.
Mailing Address 1457 ALEGRIANO AVE, CORAL GABLES, FL, 33146

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $933,900

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $933,900 $933,900

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Mar 28, 2025 $850,000 83903/0505
Aug 10, 2021 $425,000 78439/0446
Aug 6, 2021 $820,000 78420/0282
Oct 10, 2017 $718,000 70051/0119
Jun 13, 2017 $650,000 69424/0160
Jun 29, 2016 $10 67524/0514
Oct 6, 2014 $10 64330/0065
Jun 29, 2011 $434,000 57068/0184
Jun 18, 2010 $410,000 54852/0482
May 27, 2010 $437,500 54745/0454

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Mar 17, 2026 Building: Alteration and Addition
New Windows
By Precision Door and Window
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1202433
Open $262,103
Data: City of Cambridge Open Data (data.cambridgema.gov)

Municipal Context: CAMBRIDGE

Match: geocode_proximity (85.9% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
906 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $789,000
Final Sale Price: $850,000
Difference: +$61,000 (+7.7%)
Performance Metrics
107.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $871
Sale $/sq ft: $938
This property sold for $938 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 9 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$938/sq ft
Area Average
$353/sq ft
Difference
+165.5%

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 1900
Living Area 906 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Steam
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/dryer
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck

Parking

Features On Street

Utilities

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

Financial

Annual Tax $4,462
Assessed Value $745,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck
Patio & Porch: Deck
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

173 Hancock St. # 7, 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
0.4 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
0.6 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
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.7 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.
2.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John M Tobin School
0.1 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
0.8 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.5 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
0.8 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
1.0 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
1.8 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
0.6 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.1 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

7.2%
Price Range
11
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Mar 28, 2025
$850,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 11
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Listed for Sale
Feb 27, 2025
$789,000
Original listing
Agent: Margo Delaney Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Feb 27, 2025 New Listing Added $789,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
9 days
Price per Sq Ft
$938

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,462 $745,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,462
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$560
Monthly
Assessed Value
$745,800

Listing Information

Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Agent MLS ID BB822825
Office MLS ID AN6200
Listing Data Updated Mar 28, 2025 12:01 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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