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178 Elm St

178 Elm St, Cambridge, MA, 02139

YEAR BUILT

1890

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

12

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,147-2,257 sqft

Description

178 Elm St is a historic two-story condominium building constructed in 1890. It offers spacious units configured with either two or three bedrooms. The building's architecture reflects its late 19th-century origins, providing a charming backdrop for modern living. Residents have convenient access to numerous urban amenities, enhancing the living experience. The property is located near a well-maintained bike path, offering an excellent option for cycling enthusiasts and those who enjoy outdoor activities. The nearby highway facilitates easy travel to other areas, while public transportation options are readily accessible, ensuring seamless connectivity within the city. The surrounding environment also includes a conservation area, providing natural scenic views and opportunities for leisurely walks or nature exploration. Additionally, a park within close proximity offers a venue for relaxation or recreational activities. For those seeking spiritual engagement, a house of worship is nearby. The combination of historical architecture and modern conveniences makes 178 Elm St a distinctive choice for those seeking a balanced urban lifestyle with easy access to various facilities and natural surroundings.

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178 Elm St

178 Elm St, Cambridge, MA, 02139

YEAR BUILT

1890

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

12

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,147-2,257 sqft

Description

178 Elm St is a historic two-story condominium building constructed in 1890. It offers spacious units configured with either two or three bedrooms. The building's architecture reflects its late 19th-century origins, providing a charming backdrop for modern living. Residents have convenient access to numerous urban amenities, enhancing the living experience. The property is located near a well-maintained bike path, offering an excellent option for cycling enthusiasts and those who enjoy outdoor activities. The nearby highway facilitates easy travel to other areas, while public transportation options are readily accessible, ensuring seamless connectivity within the city. The surrounding environment also includes a conservation area, providing natural scenic views and opportunities for leisurely walks or nature exploration. Additionally, a park within close proximity offers a venue for relaxation or recreational activities. For those seeking spiritual engagement, a house of worship is nearby. The combination of historical architecture and modern conveniences makes 178 Elm St a distinctive choice for those seeking a balanced urban lifestyle with easy access to various facilities and natural surroundings.

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Description

178 Elm St is a historic two-story condominium building constructed in 1890. It offers spacious units configured with either two or three bedrooms. The building's architecture reflects its late 19th-century origins, providing a charming backdrop for modern living. Residents have convenient access to numerous urban amenities, enhancing the living experience. The property is located near a well-maintained bike path, offering an excellent option for cycling enthusiasts and those who enjoy outdoor activities. The nearby highway facilitates easy travel to other areas, while public transportation options are readily accessible, ensuring seamless connectivity within the city. The surrounding environment also includes a conservation area, providing natural scenic views and opportunities for leisurely walks or nature exploration. Additionally, a park within close proximity offers a venue for relaxation or recreational activities. For those seeking spiritual engagement, a house of worship is nearby. The combination of historical architecture and modern conveniences makes 178 Elm St a distinctive choice for those seeking a balanced urban lifestyle with easy access to various facilities and natural surroundings.

178 Elm St Market Stats Last 12 months

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Total sold0 Sold
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Total sold0 Sold
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Unit Availability

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178 Elm St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 222173341682021-04-23
MLS#: 72754304 		Closed$1,170,000
Unit 11225734712021-04-16
MLS#: 72782556 		Closed$1,175,000
Unit 55120432702021-01-28
MLS#: 72759030 		Closed$980,000
Unit 1
1

3 Beds

4 Baths

2257 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2021-04-16Closed$1,175,000
MLS#: 72782556
Days On Market71
Unit 2
2

3 Beds

4 Baths

2173 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2021-04-23Closed$1,170,000
MLS#: 72754304
Days On Market168
Unit 5
5

3 Beds

2 Baths

1204 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2021-01-28Closed$980,000
MLS#: 72759030
Days On Market70
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Amenities

Living at 178 Elm St means enjoying access to several friendly amenities that enhance your experience. Imagine cycling to work or classes using the nearby bike paths, making everyday errands a breeze with convenient highway access. The building is also close to public transportation, so getting around the city is a snap! If you enjoy spending time outdoors, the conservation areas and parks nearby are perfect for a leisurely stroll or a weekend picnic. Plus, The Faithful and True Witness and Wohlman Gary Enterprises Inc are local organizations close by that add to the community vibe!

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Amenities Description

Living at 178 Elm St means enjoying access to several friendly amenities that enhance your experience. Imagine cycling to work or classes using the nearby bike paths, making everyday errands a breeze with convenient highway access. The building is also close to public transportation, so getting around the city is a snap! If you enjoy spending time outdoors, the conservation areas and parks nearby are perfect for a leisurely stroll or a weekend picnic. Plus, The Faithful and True Witness and Wohlman Gary Enterprises Inc are local organizations close by that add to the community vibe!

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking

Policies

For those considering a pet-friendly environment, the building has certain restrictions in place. It’s essential to inquire further about these policies during your visit. Knowing the guidelines upfront will help you plan your life in this wonderful neighborhood without any surprises!

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)
178 Elm St--
150 Hampshire$731/sqft.$4 /sqft.
14 Union St$923/sqft.$3 /sqft.
238 Columbia$529/sqft.$3 /sqft.
238 Columbia St$529/sqft.$3 /sqft.
1055 Cambridge St$1,212/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Discover top-rated schools located close to 178 Elm St.

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|0.19 miles away

King Open

B
Public|Grades PK–5
850 Cambridge St|0.35 miles away

Cambridge Street Upper School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
840 Cambridge St|0.36 miles away

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor St|0.39 miles away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|0.45 miles away

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|0.68 miles away
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Schools

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm 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

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

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

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

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

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring 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

Community Charter School of Cambridge

B
Public|Grades 6–12
245 Bent St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Amigos School

A-
Public|Grades PK–8
15 Upton St|1.12 Miles Away

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|1.13 Miles Away

Putnam Avenue Upper School

C
Public|Grades 6–8
100 Putnam Ave|1.21 Miles Away

Martin Luther King Jr.

A-
Public|Grades PK–5
102 Putnam Ave|1.22 Miles Away

Capuano Early Childhood Center

--
Public|Grades PK–KG
150 Glen St|1.26 Miles Away

St Pauls Choir School

--
Private|Grades 3–8
29 Mount Auburn St|1.31 Miles Away

Somerville High School

C-
Public|Grades 9–12
81 Highland Ave|1.51 Miles Away

E Somerville Community

C
Public|Grades KG–8
50 Cross St|1.56 Miles Away

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
808 Memorial Dr St...|1.62 Miles Away

Next Wave Junior High School

--
Public|Grades 7–8
8 Bonair St|1.68 Miles Away

Full Circle High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
11 Otis St|1.68 Miles Away

St Catherine of Genoa School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
192 Summer St|1.73 Miles Away

Maria L. Baldwin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
85 Oxford St|1.77 Miles Away

Morse

B
Public|Grades PK–5
40 Granite St|1.81 Miles Away

Winter Hill Community

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
115 Sycamore St|1.96 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|2.02 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|2.02 Miles Away

The Advent School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|2.06 Miles Away

Boston Children's School

--
Private|Grades PK–2
8 Whittier Pl Ste ...|2.06 Miles Away

Boston University Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1 University Rd|2.08 Miles Away

Learning Project Elementary School

--
Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|2.13 Miles Away

Clarence R. Edwards Middle School

--
Public|Grades 6–8
28 Walker St|2.14 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|2.17 Miles Away

John F Kennedy

A
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Cherry St|2.17 Miles Away

Park Street School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|2.18 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|2.23 Miles Away

Graham and Parks

B
Public|Grades PK–5
44 Linnaean St|2.23 Miles Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|2.30 Miles Away

Warren / Prescott K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
50 School St|2.30 Miles Away

New England Hebrew Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–8
11 Essex St|2.33 Miles Away

Ivy Street School

--
Private|Grades 8–12
200 Ivy St|2.45 Miles Away

Match Charter Public School

C
Public|Grades PK–12
1001 Commonwealth ...|2.46 Miles Away

Arthur D Healey

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Meacham St|2.48 Miles Away

Charlestown High School

D-
Public|Grades 9–12
240 Medford St|2.59 Miles Away

Transit

Experience convenience and connectivity with premium transit options just moments away.

25 Webster Ave @ Newton St

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

45 Beacon St

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

51 Bow St

1.01 miles away|20 min walk

454 Broadway

1.09 miles away|21 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

1.11 miles away|22 min walk
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Transit

25 Webster Ave @ Newton St

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

45 Beacon St

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

51 Bow St

1.01 miles away|20 min walk

454 Broadway

1.09 miles away|21 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

1.11 miles away|22 min walk

422 McGrath Hwy

1.14 miles away|22 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

75 Highland Ave opp Putnam St

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

594 Somerville Ave

1.49 miles away|29 min walk

125 Highland Ave

1.59 miles away|31 min walk

Amesbury St @ Vassar St

1.62 miles away|32 min walk

16 Eliot St

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

125 Western Ave

2.06 miles away|40 min walk

529 Main St

2.06 miles away|40 min walk

235 Highland Ave

2.06 miles away|40 min walk

130 Western Ave

2.11 miles away|41 min walk

Alford St @ Main St

2.13 miles away|41 min walk

263 Highland Ave

2.16 miles away|42 min walk

Alford St @ MBTA Charlestown Garage

2.2 miles away|43 min walk

Amory Street - Amory St

2.24 miles away|43 min walk

Amory Street

2.26 miles away|44 min walk

Amory Street - Buick St Saint Paul St

2.29 miles away|44 min walk

Assembly - Revolution Dr

2.37 miles away|46 min walk

Assembly

2.37 miles away|46 min walk

Babcock Street - Harry Agganis Way Pleasant St

2.39 miles away|46 min walk

Babcock Street

2.43 miles away|47 min walk

Assembly - Foley St

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

2.46 miles away|48 min walk

Babcock Street - Babcock St

2.48 miles away|48 min walk

Arlington - Elevator Boylston St

2.5 miles away|48 min walk

Arlington - Public Garden

2.5 miles away|48 min walk

Arlington

2.51 miles away|49 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (West)

2.53 miles away|49 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (East)

2.54 miles away|49 min walk

Back Bay - 167 Dartmouth St

2.56 miles away|50 min walk

1079 Commonwealth Ave

2.58 miles away|50 min walk

Arlington St @ Saint James Ave

2.58 miles away|50 min walk

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (Tracks 5 and 7)

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Transit

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (Tracks 5 and 7)

2.6 miles away|50 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

2.6 miles away|50 min walk

Alford St @ MWRA Pump Station

2.6 miles away|50 min walk

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (North)

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Transit

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (North)

2.61 miles away|50 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

2.61 miles away|50 min walk

Back Bay - Underpass to Copley Place

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Transit

Back Bay - Underpass to Copley Place

2.61 miles away|50 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

2.61 miles away|50 min walk

Back Bay

2.61 miles away|51 min walk

121 Bunker Hill St opp Lexington St

2.61 miles away|51 min walk

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (South)

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Transit

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (South)

2.63 miles away|51 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

2.63 miles away|51 min walk

Back Bay - Garage

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Transit

Back Bay - Garage

2.63 miles away|51 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

2.63 miles away|51 min walk

Back Bay - Clarendon St Buses (North)

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Transit

Back Bay - Clarendon St Buses (North)

2.65 miles away|51 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

2.65 miles away|51 min walk

Adams St @ Lowney Way

2.66 miles away|51 min walk

Back Bay - Clarendon St Buses (South)

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Transit

Back Bay - Clarendon St Buses (South)

2.66 miles away|52 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

2.66 miles away|52 min walk

Back Bay - Clarendon St Columbus Ave

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Transit

Back Bay - Clarendon St Columbus Ave

2.71 miles away|52 min walk

Here are the transit types you can find at this stop,

2.71 miles away|52 min walk

The Neighbourhood: 178 Elm St

Wellington-Harrington, a lively neighborhood in Middlesex County, MA, is characterized by its diverse community and vibrant atmosphere. This district offers abundant green spaces such as Donnelly Field, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Local eateries and markets provide a taste of the area's multicultural flair, attracting food lovers. Families benefit from well-regarded schools and community centers, fostering a welcoming environment. Efficient transportation links, including nearby bus routes and easy access to major thoroughfares, ensure convenient commutes for residents, making the area a desirable place to live and explore.

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Neighbourhood Description

Wellington-Harrington, a lively neighborhood in Middlesex County, MA, is characterized by its diverse community and vibrant atmosphere. This district offers abundant green spaces such as Donnelly Field, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Local eateries and markets provide a taste of the area's multicultural flair, attracting food lovers. Families benefit from well-regarded schools and community centers, fostering a welcoming environment. Efficient transportation links, including nearby bus routes and easy access to major thoroughfares, ensure convenient commutes for residents, making the area a desirable place to live and explore.

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178 Elm St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

9.7%

15–29 Years

35.93%

30–44 Years

28.12%

45–59 Years

11.63%

60+ Years

14.63%

Commute

22.73%

Transit

21.24%

Walk

23.49%

Drive

9.42%

Bike

Housing Ownership

31.52%

Owner Occupied

68.48%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
24.14%
Multi Family
3.47%
Single Person
35.81%
Multi Person
64.19%

Average Income

Household:$10,064,974.76 /yr

Individual:$6,342,154.73 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree31.34%
High School College7.58%
Diploma2.2%
Post Graduate44.9%
Others13.98%
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Education

Diploma2.2%
Post Graduate44.9%
Others13.98%
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