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    159-161 Chestnut St, Cambridge, MA 02139

    5beds
    3,173sqft
    Multi Family
    Built in 1895
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Rare opportunity to own an exceptionally maintained 2-family in the heart of Cambridgeport that could be converted to a single! Owner-occupied for over 30 years, you will be captivated by the oak floors, high ceilings & whimsical charm. You will find stained glass, reading nooks, & custom touches throughout. The “Owner’s Unit” consists of a home office/studio, 3-4 bedrooms, including an oversized primary bedroom with cathedral ceilings and 3 closets, 3 full baths, & an open dining/living room with a fireplace. The “Tenant Unit” is a 3-room apartment and could also be used as a separate home office, au-pair or 1st floor “In-law”. The sweet backyard is nicely landscaped with trees, a wisteria-covered arbor, & a wonderful large deck. Additionally, there is full sun on the front 2nd floor south-facing deck. The location is perfect - just minutes to Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Central Sq red line, the BU bridge & the green line, and the Charles River. Offers, if any, are due on Wed, 9/28@1pm

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Denman Drapkin Group 617-702-4842,

    Compass 617-303-0067

    Bought with:

    The May Group

    Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73038105

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    Heating
    • Hot Water, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Window Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Bathroom With Tub & Shower, Open Floorplan, Smart Thermostat, Remodeled, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Bathroom With Tub, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Office/Den
    • Flooring: Tile, Varies, Hardwood, Carpet, Stone/Ceramic Tile
    • Windows: Box/Bay/Bow Window(s), Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,173
    • Total interior livable area: 3,173 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: On Street
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck - Wood
    • Exterior features: Balcony/Deck, Rain Gutters, Garden
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 3,683 sqft
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 404773
    • Zoning: RES

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Property subtype: Multi Family
    Materials
    • Frame
    • Foundation: Stone, Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1895

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Individually Metered
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Electric Range, for Gas Dryer, Varies per Unit
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Varies per Unit

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Security System
    Community
    • Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
    Location
    • Region: Cambridge

    HOA & financial

    Other financial information
    • Total actual rent: 1850

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Seller W/Participate

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    11/4/2022Sold$2,300,000+12.2%$725/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73038105 Report a problem
    9/19/2022Listed for sale$2,050,000$646/sqft
    Source: MLS PIN #73038105 Report a problem

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    Neighborhood: Cambridgeport

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