For sale

$1,625,000

159 Fayerweather St #1, Cambridge, MA 02138

4beds

2,161sqft

$9,977/mo

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Condominium

Built in 1916

-- sqft lot

$1,607,200 Zestimate^®

$752/sqft

$460/mo HOA

What's special

Classic front porchSpacious family roomExclusive-use patioBookcases and abundant lightCrisp and stylish condoEntry mudroom

A crisp and stylish condo on wonderful Fayerweather Street, this four-bedroom home was gut-renovated in 2014 and meticulously maintained and updated since. Cross the classic front porch to an entry mudroom, with an open-plan dining room/living room beyond. Bookcases and abundant light enliven the space. The kitchen has clean lines, excellent lighting, and a large central island with pendants and barstool seating. In the back of the first floor are a full bath, main bedroom with private bath and walk-in closet, and a bedroom that opens to the shared back porch. Downstairs is a full-height (7' 3") lower level with a large bathroom with washer and dryer, a spacious family room, two bedrooms, and a workshop/utility room. The shared backyard has mature plantings and an exclusive-use patio. Close to Fresh Pond, Danehy Park, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, public transit, the new Darby Vassall middle school, and the shops and restaurants of Huron Village. A perfect Cambridge condo to call home!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Primary bathroom

Features: Yes

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Laundry: In Unit

Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Laminate
Has basement: Yes
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,161
Total interior livable area: 2,161 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,150
Finished area below ground: 1,011

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Entry location: Unit Placement(Ground)
Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed, Patio
Exterior features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio, Fenced Yard
Fencing: Security,Fenced

Details

Parcel number: 418487
Zoning: RES

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Condo
Property subtype: Condominium

Materials

Frame
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1916

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Bike Path, Public School, University

HOA

Services included: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal
HOA fee: $460 monthly

Location

Region: Cambridge

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $752/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,448,600
Annual tax amount: $6,426
Date on market: 9/9/2026
Exclusions: Tv. Tv Bracket To Remain.

Estimated market value

$1,607,200

$1.53M - $1.69M

$6,471/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/9/2026	Listed for sale	$1,625,000+59.5%$752/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73574378 Report a problem
12/5/2016	Sold	$1,019,000-4.6%$472/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
11/5/2016	Pending sale	$1,068,000$494/sqft
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72074040 Report a problem
10/20/2016	Price change	$1,068,000-9.1%$494/sqft
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72074040 Report a problem
9/28/2016	Listed for sale	$1,175,000+15.3%$544/sqft
Source: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty #72074040 Report a problem
12/6/2015	Sold	$1,019,000+34.1%$472/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
8/2/2001	Sold	$760,000$352/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$8,764 +7.1%	$1,380,200 -0.1%
2024	$8,181 +9%	$1,382,000 +7.9%
2023	$7,507 +1.2%	$1,281,100 +2.2%
2022	$7,421 +2.2%	$1,253,500 +1%
2021	$7,262 +6.4%	$1,241,400 +4.6%
2020	$6,827 +4.3%	$1,187,300 +7.8%
2019	$6,544 +2.9%	$1,101,600 +9%
2018	$6,360 +1.3%	$1,011,100 +4.6%
2017	$6,276 +2.4%	$967,000 +10.2%
2016	$6,131	$877,100