Nestled in Harvard Square, this historical studio is flooded with natural light and serene tree-top, courtyard views! The unit itself, not just the building, was the documented residence of Vladimir Nabokov during his tenure (1942-1948) as Research Fellow and Curator of Lepidoptera at Harvard. During his years living here, Nabokov stood at the intersection of literature, science, and scholarship. This unit remains linked to a remarkable period in twentieth-century literary and intellectual history. The elevator building is located on a one-way, picturesque residential side street. The renovated kitchen is thoughtfully planned for functionality, new stainless steel appliances, and a four-burner gas range. Additional features include a decorative fireplace, lots of convenient closets, and hardwood floors. An open-plan invites your ideas for multiple layouts! This professionally managed, nonsmoking building has handy common laundry facilities. Minutes away from the Red Line and Harvard.
Pending
$459,000
16 Chauncy St APT 10, Cambridge, MA 02138
0beds
386sqft
Condominium
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$469,400 Zestimate®
$1,189/sqft
$580/mo HOA
What's special
Decorative fireplaceElevator buildingHardwood floorsRenovated kitchenNew stainless steel appliancesLots of convenient closetsFour-burner gas range
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christopher Wolf 978-729-9349,
Compass 617-303-0067
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73535016
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
- Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 386
- Total interior livable area: 386 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 386
Property
Features
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Details
- Parcel number: 411223
- Zoning: C-2
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $580 monthly
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,189/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $471,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,222
- Date on market: 6/15/2026
Estimated market value
$469,400
$441,000 - $498,000
$2,465/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Pending sale | $459,000$1,189/sqft |
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| 6/27/2026 | Contingent | $459,000$1,189/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $459,000+3.3%$1,189/sqft |
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| 4/12/2026 | Listing removed | $2,600$7/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,600+4%$7/sqft |
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| 6/27/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/15/2023 | Price change | $2,500-2%$6/sqft |
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| 6/9/2023 | Price change | $2,550-3.8%$7/sqft |
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| 6/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,650+26.2%$7/sqft |
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| 12/5/2022 | Sold | $444,450-2.5%$1,151/sqft |
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| 11/15/2022 | Contingent | $455,900$1,181/sqft |
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| 11/4/2022 | Price change | $455,900-3%$1,181/sqft |
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| 11/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $469,900$1,217/sqft |
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| 11/2/2022 | Listing removed | $469,900$1,217/sqft |
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| 9/29/2022 | Price change | $469,900-1.1%$1,217/sqft |
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| 9/10/2022 | Price change | $474,900-1%$1,230/sqft |
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| 8/18/2022 | Price change | $479,900-1.1%$1,243/sqft |
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| 7/28/2022 | Price change | $485,000-2%$1,256/sqft |
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| 7/13/2022 | Price change | $495,000-4.8%$1,282/sqft |
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| 6/23/2022 | Price change | $519,900-1.9%$1,347/sqft |
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| 6/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $529,900$1,373/sqft |
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| 7/7/2020 | Listing removed | $2,100$5/sqft |
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| 6/20/2020 | Price change | $2,100-6.7%$5/sqft |
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| 4/28/2020 | Listed for rent | $2,250+1.1%$6/sqft |
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| 7/25/2019 | Listing removed | $2,225$6/sqft |
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| 3/28/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,225$6/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,854 +14.7% | $449,500 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $2,489 +17.6% | $420,400 +16.4% |
| 2023 | $2,116 -1.6% | $361,100 -0.6% |
| 2022 | $2,150 +2.1% | $363,200 +0.9% |
| 2021 | $2,105 +6.6% | $359,800 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $1,975 +4.5% | $343,400 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $1,890 +3.1% | $318,200 +9.1% |
| 2018 | $1,834 +3.3% | $291,600 +6.6% |
| 2017 | $1,775 +5.7% | $273,500 +13.9% |
| 2016 | $1,679 +1.1% | $240,200 +13.1% |
| 2015 | $1,660 +1.7% | $212,300 +9% |
| 2014 | $1,632 +2.1% | $194,700 +5.5% |
| 2013 | $1,598 -2.4% | $184,500 -4.4% |
| 2012 | $1,637 +3.9% | $193,000 |
| 2011 | $1,575 +5.7% | $193,000 |
| 2010 | $1,490 +2.1% | $193,000 |
| 2009 | $1,459 +1.7% | $193,000 -0.9% |
| 2008 | $1,434 -2.3% | $194,800 -0.8% |
| 2007 | $1,468 | $196,300 |
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Neighborhood: Peabody
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Maria L. Baldwin SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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