Prime 5,000 +/- square foot level lot in a highly sought-after Cambridge location, offering exceptional opportunity for new construction under new Cambridge guidelines. Ideally positioned between the Charles River and Central Square, this property provides convenient access to vibrant shops, dining, and the MBTA Red Line for an easy commute. Perfectly situated between Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the location offers unparalleled access to world-class institutions and innovation hubs. Enjoy the charm of a residential neighborhood with Dana Square Park just steps away at the end of the block. A rare chance for developers, investors, or end-users to create a custom project in one of Cambridge’s most desirable and well-connected areas, with endless potential in an unbeatable setting.
Pending
$2,700,000
20 Chalk St, Cambridge, MA 02139
4beds
1,690sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1844
-- sqft lot
$2,754,800 Zestimate®
$1,598/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 32 days |
- 27 |
- 0 |
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Listed by:
Maggie Dee + Charles Cherney Team 617-634-9665,
Compass 617-303-0067
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73488857
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,690
- Total interior livable area: 1,690 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,690
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 404918
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1844
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T-Station
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,598/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,527,100
- Annual tax amount: $6,966
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Total actual rent: 2000
Estimated market value
$2,754,800
$2.62M - $2.89M
$5,148/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Pending sale | $2,700,000$1,598/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Contingent | $2,700,000$1,598/sqft |
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| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,700,000+168.3%$1,598/sqft |
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| 9/30/1993 | Sold | $1,006,260$595/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,564 +4.9% | $1,506,100 -2.2% |
| 2024 | $9,113 +4.9% | $1,539,300 +3.8% |
| 2023 | $8,691 +5.4% | $1,483,100 +6.5% |
| 2022 | $8,248 +6.6% | $1,393,200 +5.3% |
| 2021 | $7,737 +6.4% | $1,322,500 +4.5% |
| 2020 | $7,274 +9.6% | $1,265,000 +13.2% |
| 2019 | $6,637 +6.8% | $1,117,400 +13.1% |
| 2018 | $6,216 -1.6% | $988,300 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $6,314 +12.6% | $972,900 +21.3% |
| 2016 | $5,605 +1.7% | $801,800 +13.7% |
| 2015 | $5,512 -0.4% | $704,900 +6.7% |
| 2014 | $5,536 +15.6% | $660,600 +19.5% |
| 2013 | $4,787 +3.1% | $552,800 +1% |
| 2012 | $4,643 +4.4% | $547,500 +0.5% |
| 2011 | $4,447 +2.5% | $545,000 -3% |
| 2010 | $4,339 +1.7% | $562,100 -0.4% |
| 2009 | $4,268 -0.2% | $564,600 -2.8% |
| 2008 | $4,276 -2.9% | $581,000 -1.3% |
| 2007 | $4,405 +1.6% | $588,900 +0.2% |
| 2006 | $4,336 -4% | $587,600 +1.2% |
| 2005 | $4,517 +14.3% | $580,600 +12.1% |
| 2004 | $3,951 +17.7% | $517,800 +12% |
| 2003 | $3,356 +5.6% | $462,300 +5% |
| 2002 | $3,179 +18.8% | $440,300 +58.6% |
| 2000 | $2,677 | $277,700 +15% |
| 1999 | -- | $241,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cambridgeport
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10The Amigos SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
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