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173 Hancock St

173 Hancock St, Cambridge, MA, 02139
Hancock Terrace Condominiums

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

13

UNIT SIZE RANGE

856-956 sqft

Description

173 Hancock St is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, near the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Sidney Street. The building sits in a vibrant area, close to parks and public transportation. The Charles River lies nearby, adding to the pleasant surroundings. Built in 1900, this low-rise structure spans one story and includes 13 condominium units. Unit sizes range from 856 to 956 square feet. Each unit features 2 bedrooms, accommodating various lifestyles. With high ceilings, the interiors feel spacious and inviting. Some units may also offer large balconies, providing extra outdoor space for residents. Prices for these units vary from $425,000 to $650,000. The average sold price in the last year stands at $850,000. Based on recent sales, the price per square foot averages $939. Properties in this building typically spend about 30 days on the market before closing. Nearby amenities enhance daily life. Residents can access hot water, community parks, and local houses of worship. Popular dining spots like Atomic Bean Cafe and Chris Willis are just a short walk away. Wild Flower Montessori School also offers educational opportunities nearby. 173 Hancock St reflects the charm of early 20th-century architecture, blending historical elements with modern living. The location benefits from proximity to Harvard University and the dynamic areas of Central and Inman Squares. The building delivers a mix of comfort and community in a sought-after neighborhood.

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173 Hancock St

173 Hancock St, Cambridge, MA, 02139


Hancock Terrace Condominiums

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

1

# TOTAL UNITS

13

UNIT SIZE RANGE

856-956 sqft

Description

173 Hancock St is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, near the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Sidney Street. The building sits in a vibrant area, close to parks and public transportation. The Charles River lies nearby, adding to the pleasant surroundings. Built in 1900, this low-rise structure spans one story and includes 13 condominium units. Unit sizes range from 856 to 956 square feet. Each unit features 2 bedrooms, accommodating various lifestyles. With high ceilings, the interiors feel spacious and inviting. Some units may also offer large balconies, providing extra outdoor space for residents. Prices for these units vary from $425,000 to $650,000. The average sold price in the last year stands at $850,000. Based on recent sales, the price per square foot averages $939. Properties in this building typically spend about 30 days on the market before closing. Nearby amenities enhance daily life. Residents can access hot water, community parks, and local houses of worship. Popular dining spots like Atomic Bean Cafe and Chris Willis are just a short walk away. Wild Flower Montessori School also offers educational opportunities nearby. 173 Hancock St reflects the charm of early 20th-century architecture, blending historical elements with modern living. The location benefits from proximity to Harvard University and the dynamic areas of Central and Inman Squares. The building delivers a mix of comfort and community in a sought-after neighborhood.

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Description

173 Hancock St is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, near the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Sidney Street. The building sits in a vibrant area, close to parks and public transportation. The Charles River lies nearby, adding to the pleasant surroundings. Built in 1900, this low-rise structure spans one story and includes 13 condominium units. Unit sizes range from 856 to 956 square feet. Each unit features 2 bedrooms, accommodating various lifestyles. With high ceilings, the interiors feel spacious and inviting. Some units may also offer large balconies, providing extra outdoor space for residents. Prices for these units vary from $425,000 to $650,000. The average sold price in the last year stands at $850,000. Based on recent sales, the price per square foot averages $939. Properties in this building typically spend about 30 days on the market before closing. Nearby amenities enhance daily life. Residents can access hot water, community parks, and local houses of worship. Popular dining spots like Atomic Bean Cafe and Chris Willis are just a short walk away. Wild Flower Montessori School also offers educational opportunities nearby. 173 Hancock St reflects the charm of early 20th-century architecture, blending historical elements with modern living. The location benefits from proximity to Harvard University and the dynamic areas of Central and Inman Squares. The building delivers a mix of comfort and community in a sought-after neighborhood.

173 Hancock St Market Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$789,000($871/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$850,000($939/Sqft.)
Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price 0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market30 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly
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Market Stats

Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings1 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market30 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

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Unit Demand

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Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

For Sale 0 For Sale

173 Hancock St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 7790621292025-03-28
MLS#: 73339028 		Closed$850,000
Unit 8890621682017-06-13
MLS#: 72141704 		Closed$650,000
Unit 6690621562011-06-29
MLS#: 71226538 		Closed$434,000
Unit 6
6

2 Beds

1 Baths

906 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2011-06-29Closed$434,000
MLS#: 71226538
Days On Market56
Unit 7
7

2 Beds

1 Baths

906 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-03-28Closed$850,000
MLS#: 73339028
Days On Market29
Unit 8
8

2 Beds

1 Baths

906 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2017-06-13Closed$650,000
MLS#: 72141704
Days On Market68
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Amenities

Living at the HANCOCK CONDO TRUST comes with its own set of perks. Residents enjoy essential amenities such as hot water, ensuring you’ll always have a warm shower at the end of a long day. Imagine living just steps away from a park where you can unwind on weekends, wander through the greenery, or host a picnic with friends. Plus, with easy access to public transportation nearby, commuting around the city is simple and hassle-free, making it a great choice for those who prefer not to own a car.

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Amenities Description

Living at the HANCOCK CONDO TRUST comes with its own set of perks. Residents enjoy essential amenities such as hot water, ensuring you’ll always have a warm shower at the end of a long day. Imagine living just steps away from a park where you can unwind on weekends, wander through the greenery, or host a picnic with friends. Plus, with easy access to public transportation nearby, commuting around the city is simple and hassle-free, making it a great choice for those who prefer not to own a car.

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Policies

When considering a new home, it's essential to know the building's policies. At HANCOCK CONDO TRUST, there are certain restrictions in place, which help maintain the peaceful community atmosphere. These policies are designed to ensure a harmonious living environment for everyone, making it a welcoming place to call home.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
173 Hancock St$939/sqft.$2 /sqft.
4 Crawford St$1,050/sqft.$2 /sqft.
5 Crawford St$959/sqft.$2 /sqft.
3 Crawford$1,034/sqft.$2 /sqft.
1 Crawford St$1,058/sqft.$2 /sqft.
6 Crawford St$824/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

173 Hancock St is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|0.37 miles away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|0.37 miles away

Putnam Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
100 Putnam Ave|0.41 miles away

Martin Luther King Jr.

A-
Public|Grades PK–5
102 Putnam Ave|0.42 miles away

St Pauls Choir School

--
Private|Grades 3–8
29 Mount Auburn St|0.44 miles away

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|0.46 miles away
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Schools

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Description

173 Hancock St is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|Less than 1 Mile Away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Putnam Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
100 Putnam Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Martin Luther King Jr.

A-
Public|Grades PK–5
102 Putnam Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

St Pauls Choir School

--
Private|Grades 3–8
29 Mount Auburn St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Amigos School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
15 Upton St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
290 Washington St|Less than 1 Mile Away

King Open

B
Public|Grades PK–5
850 Cambridge St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cambridge Street Upper School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
840 Cambridge St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
808 Memorial Dr St...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Maria L. Baldwin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
85 Oxford St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|1.03 Miles Away

Morse

B
Public|Grades PK–5
40 Granite St|1.07 Miles Away

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
Public|Grades 6–12
245 Bent St|1.12 Miles Away

St Catherine of Genoa School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
192 Summer St|1.13 Miles Away

Graham and Parks

B
Public|Grades PK–5
44 Linnaean St|1.23 Miles Away

Somerville High School

C-
Public|Grades 9–12
81 Highland Ave|1.23 Miles Away

Capuano Early Childhood Center

--
Public|Grades PK–KG
150 Glen St|1.30 Miles Away

John F Kennedy

A
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Cherry St|1.36 Miles Away

Boston University Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1 University Rd|1.37 Miles Away

E Somerville Community

C
Public|Grades KG–8
50 Cross St|1.48 Miles Away

Match Charter Public School

C
Public|Grades PK–12
1001 Commonwealth ...|1.48 Miles Away

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
80 Gerrys Landing ...|1.49 Miles Away

Winter Hill Community

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
115 Sycamore St|1.51 Miles Away

Full Circle High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
11 Otis St|1.53 Miles Away

Next Wave Junior High School

--
Public|Grades 7–8
8 Bonair St|1.53 Miles Away

New England Hebrew Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–8
11 Essex St|1.54 Miles Away

Gardner Pilot Academy

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
30 Athol St|1.56 Miles Away

Ivy Street School

--
Private|Grades 8–12
200 Ivy St|1.62 Miles Away

German International School Boston

--
Private|Grades PK–12
57 Holton St|1.67 Miles Away

Cambridge Friends School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
5 Cadbury Rd|1.70 Miles Away

St Herman of Alaska Christian School

--
Private|Grades KG–8
62 Harvard Ave|1.73 Miles Away

Bay Cove Academy

--
Private|Grades 8–12
156 Lawton St|1.77 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.79 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.79 Miles Away

Peabody

A
Public|Grades PK–5
70 Rindge Ave|1.84 Miles Away

Rindge Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
70 Rindge Ave|1.84 Miles Away

Benjamin G Brown

A
Public|Grades KG–5
201 Willow Ave|1.88 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|1.88 Miles Away

Brookline Early Education Program at Beacon

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
115 Greenough St R...|1.93 Miles Away

Vassal Lane Upper School

B
Public|Grades 6–8
197 Vassal Ln|1.94 Miles Away

John M Tobin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
197 Vassal Ln|1.94 Miles Away

Arthur D Healey

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Meacham St|1.94 Miles Away

Learning Project Elementary School

--
Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|1.94 Miles Away

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School

A-
Public|Grades PK–6
21 Notre Dame Ave|1.96 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|1.96 Miles Away

The Advent School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|1.97 Miles Away

Wild Rose Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–PK
2284 Massachusetts...|1.97 Miles Away

Transit

Located in a transit-friendly area of Cambridge, 173 Hancock St provides easy access to nearby public transportation. Within a 2-mile radius, Bus, Tram, Rail support smooth and efficient travel. Reliable transit connectivity improves commuting experiences. This location promotes accessibility and urban convenience.

1079 Commonwealth Ave

1.54 miles away|30 min walk

125 Highland Ave

1.2 miles away|24 min walk

125 Western Ave

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

130 Western Ave

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

16 Eliot St

0.77 miles away|15 min walk
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Description

Located in a transit-friendly area of Cambridge, 173 Hancock St provides easy access to nearby public transportation. Within a 2-mile radius, Bus, Tram, Rail support smooth and efficient travel. Reliable transit connectivity improves commuting experiences. This location promotes accessibility and urban convenience.

1079 Commonwealth Ave

1.54 miles away|30 min walk

125 Highland Ave

1.2 miles away|24 min walk

125 Western Ave

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

130 Western Ave

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

1.81 miles away|35 min walk

16 Eliot St

0.77 miles away|15 min walk

235 Highland Ave

1.39 miles away|27 min walk

25 Webster Ave @ Newton St

0.74 miles away|15 min walk

263 Highland Ave

1.45 miles away|28 min walk

367 Western Ave opp Brighton Mills Mall

1.72 miles away|33 min walk

422 McGrath Hwy

1.14 miles away|22 min walk

445 Western Ave

1.87 miles away|36 min walk

450 Western Ave

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

454 Broadway

0.32 miles away|7 min walk

45 Beacon St

0.39 miles away|8 min walk

51 Bow St

0.86 miles away|17 min walk

529 Main St

1.98 miles away|38 min walk

594 Somerville Ave

0.91 miles away|18 min walk

75 Highland Ave opp Putnam St

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

1.07 miles away|21 min walk

Amesbury St @ Vassar St

1.09 miles away|21 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

Amory Street

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

Amory Street - Amory St

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

Amory Street - Buick St Saint Paul St

1.43 miles away|28 min walk

Babcock Street

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

Babcock Street - Babcock St

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Babcock Street - Harry Agganis Way Pleasant St

1.46 miles away|29 min walk

Ball Square - Broadway

2 miles away|39 min walk

Beacon St @ Calvin St

0.46 miles away|9 min walk

Beacon St @ Cooney St

0.4 miles away|8 min walk

Beacon St opp Concord Ave

0.36 miles away|7 min walk

Beacon St @ Park St

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

Beacon St @ Raleigh St

1.59 miles away|31 min walk

Beacon St @ Smith Ave

0.45 miles away|9 min walk

Beacon St @ Washington St

0.51 miles away|10 min walk

Blandford Street

1.52 miles away|30 min walk

Boston Landing

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

Boston University Central

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

Boston University East

1.45 miles away|28 min walk

Boston University East - 610 Commonwealth Ave

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Bow St @ Warren Ave

0.84 miles away|16 min walk

Boylston St @ Jersey St

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

Boylston St @ Massachusetts Ave

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

Boylston St @ Prudential Center

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Brighton Ave @ Allston St

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

Brighton Ave @ Cambridge St

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

Brighton Ave @ Commonwealth Ave

1.63 miles away|32 min walk

Brighton Ave @ Harvard Ave

1.78 miles away|35 min walk

The Neighbourhood: Mid-Cambridge

Mid-Cambridge is a central Cambridge neighborhood near colleges and green space. The area has small shops, coffeehouses, and a mix of older homes and apartments. The district offers supermarkets, bakeries, and casual restaurants within walking distance. The area has parks, playgrounds, and river paths for outdoor time. The district hosts community events and small galleries. This district has reliable transit access. It sits near the Red Line and several bus routes. Bike lanes and bike-share stations make short trips simple. Commuters reach downtown Boston in minutes.

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Neighbourhood Description

Mid-Cambridge is a central Cambridge neighborhood near colleges and green space. The area has small shops, coffeehouses, and a mix of older homes and apartments. The district offers supermarkets, bakeries, and casual restaurants within walking distance. The area has parks, playgrounds, and river paths for outdoor time. The district hosts community events and small galleries. This district has reliable transit access. It sits near the Red Line and several bus routes. Bike lanes and bike-share stations make short trips simple. Commuters reach downtown Boston in minutes.

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173 Hancock St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

8.99%

15–29 Years

41.73%

30–44 Years

25.33%

45–59 Years

10.71%

60+ Years

13.25%

Commute

21.88%

Transit

22.98%

Walk

22.76%

Drive

9.1%

Bike

Housing Ownership

32.26%

Owner Occupied

67.74%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
23.88%
Multi Family
3.3%
Single Person
35.82%
Multi Person
64.18%

Average Income

Household:$9,266,929.12 /yr

Individual:$6,088,210.76 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree31.81%
High School College6.65%
Diploma1.95%
Post Graduate47.04%
Others12.55%
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Education

Diploma1.95%
Post Graduate47.04%
Others12.55%
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