Under Agreement

161 Hancock St Unit B, Cambridge, MA

Cambridge · MA 02139

$599,000
Price
2
Beds
2
Baths
1080
Sq. ft.

Overview

Property type: Condominium
HOA: HOA: $196 / mo
HOA Fees Include
Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds
Special Assessment
No
Floor: 1st floor
Pets: Pet Friendly
Parking: 1 Off Street Space
Heating & cooling: Heat, Electric, Window AC
Laundry: In Unit Laundry
Outdoor space: No Outdoor Space

About this home

Mid Cambridge Location! Set within a historic building, this beautifully renovated 2 BED/ 2 Bath garden-level condo offers the perfect balance of comfort, style, and location. Thoughtfully designed with an open-concept layout, the home features a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a charming breakfast bar that flows effortlessly into the living area. Offering 1,080 square feet of smartly designed living space, this inviting home combines classic character with thoughtful modern updates. The primary bedroom has access to a private bath and generous dual closets, while two additional rooms create flexible options for a home office, nursery, guest space, or study. A second full bath makes everyday living easy. Additional conveniences include in-unit W/D, extra storage, and coveted off-street parking. Whether you’re headed toward the energy of Harvard and Central Squares, exploring the tech hub at MIT, or popping out to local boutiques and eateries, everything is right outside your front door. If you like fun, secret spaces, this home is for you!

Neighborhood & Transit

Mid Cambridge

161 Hancock St, Cambridge · MA 02139

Nearby transit

Within 0.5 mile, measured straight-line to the nearest station entrance.

  • Central Red 0.36 mi

Price Insight

Days on Market:
55 days
Listing Price:
$599,000
Price per Sq.Ft:
$555
Tax Assessment:
$742,100 in 2026
Taxes:
$131 / Monthly
HOA Fee:
$196 / Monthly

Home Facts

Where is the Unit in the building?

Unit Placement
1st | Below Grade
Facing Direction
East
Elevator
No
Handicap Access
No

Interior Features

Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
0
Living Area
1,080 Sq.Ft (Includes Basement)
Kitchen
Basement, Open Floor Plan, Breakfast Bar, Gas Stove, Flooring - Laminate, Dryer Hookup - Gas, Recessed Lighting, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Pendant, Dishwasher, Range, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Primary Bedroom
Basement, Full Bathroom, Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, En-suite bathroom
Laundry
In Unit, Basement
Living levels
1
Rooms
5
Above grade area
0
Flooring
Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank / LVP
Lead paint
Unknown

Utilities

Heating Type
Electric Baseboard
Heating Zone
Unknown
Cooling
Window AC
Cooling Zones
Unknown
Water
City/Town Water
Sewer
City/Town Sewer
Electric Features
Circuit Breakers

Exterior Features

Outdoor Space
No
Features
Screens

Parking

Garage Parking
0 Parking Spaces
Off Street Parking
1 Parking Space, Off-Street, On Street Permit, Common, Stone/Gravel

Home Owner Association information

Restrictions
Unknown
HOA
$196 / Monthly
HOA Includes
Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds
Special Assessment
No
Pets allowed
Yes
Association pool
No

Room details

Living room level
Basement
Living room features
Flooring - Laminate, Open Floor Plan
Dining room level
Basement
Dining room features
Open Floor Plan
Bedroom 2 level
Basement
Bedroom 2 features
Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
Bathroom 1 level
Basement
Bathroom 1 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
Bathroom 2 level
Basement
Bathroom 2 features
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Listing information

Listing agent
Team Patti Brainard
Listing office
Compass
MLS PIN #
73574635
Disclosure
Taxes includes residential exemption. See firm remarks.

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