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253 Norfolk St

253 Norfolk St, Cambridge, MA, 02141

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

35

UNIT SIZE RANGE

546-1,637 sqft

Description

253 Norfolk St is situated in Cambridge, at the intersection of Massachusetts Ave and Vassar St. This location offers good access to public transportation. The nearby Charles River adds recreational opportunities, making it a pleasant spot to enjoy the outdoors. The building consists of 35 condominium units within a low-rise structure. Built in 1900, the building features 2 stories. Unit sizes range from 546 to 1,637 square feet. There are options for 1 and 2 bedrooms, catering to various living needs. Prices for units start at $605,000. This pricing reflects the desirable location and the variety of unit sizes available. The average price will generally vary based on square footage and specific features of each unit. Residents can find amenities that support daily life, such as public transportation. Parks nearby promote outdoor activities and relaxation. Local dining options include Saladworks and Hennessy's, providing convenient meals close to home. Families will appreciate the proximity to Cambridgeport School, an elementary school nearby. The building’s design maintains a classic charm while providing essential modern conveniences. Overall, this location combines a vibrant urban environment with a peaceful residential feel.

Building ImageMLS ID #30588484
Building ImageMLS ID #30287838
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253 Norfolk St

253 Norfolk St, Cambridge, MA, 02141

YEAR BUILT

1900

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

35

UNIT SIZE RANGE

546-1,637 sqft

Description

253 Norfolk St is situated in Cambridge, at the intersection of Massachusetts Ave and Vassar St. This location offers good access to public transportation. The nearby Charles River adds recreational opportunities, making it a pleasant spot to enjoy the outdoors. The building consists of 35 condominium units within a low-rise structure. Built in 1900, the building features 2 stories. Unit sizes range from 546 to 1,637 square feet. There are options for 1 and 2 bedrooms, catering to various living needs. Prices for units start at $605,000. This pricing reflects the desirable location and the variety of unit sizes available. The average price will generally vary based on square footage and specific features of each unit. Residents can find amenities that support daily life, such as public transportation. Parks nearby promote outdoor activities and relaxation. Local dining options include Saladworks and Hennessy's, providing convenient meals close to home. Families will appreciate the proximity to Cambridgeport School, an elementary school nearby. The building’s design maintains a classic charm while providing essential modern conveniences. Overall, this location combines a vibrant urban environment with a peaceful residential feel.

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Description

253 Norfolk St is situated in Cambridge, at the intersection of Massachusetts Ave and Vassar St. This location offers good access to public transportation. The nearby Charles River adds recreational opportunities, making it a pleasant spot to enjoy the outdoors. The building consists of 35 condominium units within a low-rise structure. Built in 1900, the building features 2 stories. Unit sizes range from 546 to 1,637 square feet. There are options for 1 and 2 bedrooms, catering to various living needs. Prices for units start at $605,000. This pricing reflects the desirable location and the variety of unit sizes available. The average price will generally vary based on square footage and specific features of each unit. Residents can find amenities that support daily life, such as public transportation. Parks nearby promote outdoor activities and relaxation. Local dining options include Saladworks and Hennessy's, providing convenient meals close to home. Families will appreciate the proximity to Cambridgeport School, an elementary school nearby. The building’s design maintains a classic charm while providing essential modern conveniences. Overall, this location combines a vibrant urban environment with a peaceful residential feel.

253 Norfolk St Market Stats Last 12 months

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Total sold0 Sold
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253 Norfolk St Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 3.23.2158722782002-07-03
MLS#: 30597837 		Closed$605,000
Unit 3.43.41049221002002-06-24
MLS#: 30588484 		Closed$464,000
Unit 3.13.11354221031999-05-05
MLS#: 30287833 		Closed$330,000
Unit 3.1
3.1

2 Beds

2 Baths

1354 sqft

DateStatusPrice
1999-05-05Closed$330,000
MLS#: 30287833
Days On Market103
Unit 3.2
3.2

2 Beds

2 Baths

1587 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2002-07-03Closed$605,000
MLS#: 30597837
Days On Market78
Unit 3.4
3.4

2 Beds

2 Baths

1049 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2002-06-24Closed$464,000
MLS#: 30588484
Days On Market100
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Amenities

Life at the CHOCOLATE FACTORY goes beyond the walls of your unit. This building is perfectly situated near convenient public transportation and nearby parks where you can unwind after a long day. Whether you're looking for a peaceful stroll or a playground for your curious pup, these amenities offer something for everyone. The combination of easy access to transportation and local recreational areas makes this condo an excellent choice for maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

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Amenities Description

Life at the CHOCOLATE FACTORY goes beyond the walls of your unit. This building is perfectly situated near convenient public transportation and nearby parks where you can unwind after a long day. Whether you're looking for a peaceful stroll or a playground for your curious pup, these amenities offer something for everyone. The combination of easy access to transportation and local recreational areas makes this condo an excellent choice for maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

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

While specific building policies haven’t been provided, the warm community vibe at CHOCOLATE FACTORY suggests a welcoming atmosphere, likely accommodating to both pet lovers and those wanting to foster relationships with fellow residents. It's essential to inquire directly when you can about specific rules and regulations to ensure a smooth living experience.

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Amenities Description

While specific building policies haven’t been provided, the warm community vibe at CHOCOLATE FACTORY suggests a welcoming atmosphere, likely accommodating to both pet lovers and those wanting to foster relationships with fellow residents. It's essential to inquire directly when you can about specific rules and regulations to ensure a smooth living experience.

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)
253 Norfolk St--
150 Hampshire$731/sqft.$4 /sqft.
238 Columbia$529/sqft.$3 /sqft.
238 Columbia St$529/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Prospect Court$1,209/sqft.$2 /sqft.
14 Union St$923/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

253 Norfolk St is situated close to local schools in The Port / Area Four, Cambridge. Nearby educational institutions within 2 miles support daily convenience. Families enjoy improved accessibility and reduced commute stress. This location promotes a family-oriented environment.

Cambridgeport

C+
Public|Grades PK–5
89 Elm St|0.09 miles away

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

C
Public|Grades KG–12
50 Essex St|0.26 miles away

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor St|0.28 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

Kennedy-Longfellow

D+
Public|Grades PK–5
158 Spring St|0.59 miles away
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Schools

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Description

253 Norfolk St is situated close to local schools in The Port / Area Four, Cambridge. Nearby educational institutions within 2 miles support daily convenience. Families enjoy improved accessibility and reduced commute stress. This location promotes a family-oriented environment.

Cambridgeport

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

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

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

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

C
Public|Grades PK–5
225 Windsor 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

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|Less than 1 Mile Away

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

C
Public|Grades 9–12
459 Broadway|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

Capuano Early Childhood Center

--
Public|Grades PK–KG
150 Glen St|1.00 Miles Away

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
808 Memorial Dr St...|1.11 Miles Away

Somerville High School

C-
Public|Grades 9–12
81 Highland Ave|1.14 Miles Away

E Somerville Community

C
Public|Grades KG–8
50 Cross St|1.22 Miles Away

Maria L. Baldwin

B+
Public|Grades PK–5
85 Oxford St|1.25 Miles Away

St Catherine of Genoa School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
192 Summer St|1.26 Miles Away

Morse

B
Public|Grades PK–5
40 Granite St|1.26 Miles Away

Full Circle High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
11 Otis St|1.30 Miles Away

Next Wave Junior High School

--
Public|Grades 7–8
8 Bonair St|1.30 Miles Away

Winter Hill Community

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
115 Sycamore St|1.47 Miles Away

Boston University Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1 University Rd|1.47 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.51 Miles Away

The Newman School

--
Private|Grades 7–12
247 Marlborough St|1.51 Miles Away

John F Kennedy

A
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Cherry St|1.57 Miles Away

The Advent School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
15 Brimmer St|1.58 Miles Away

Graham and Parks

B
Public|Grades PK–5
44 Linnaean St|1.58 Miles Away

Boston Children's School

--
Private|Grades PK–2
8 Whittier Pl Ste ...|1.61 Miles Away

Learning Project Elementary School

--
Private|Grades KG–6
107 Marlborough St|1.61 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
30 Fairfield St|1.62 Miles Away

New England Hebrew Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–8
11 Essex St|1.66 Miles Away

Park Street School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
67 Brimmer St|1.66 Miles Away

Kingsley Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–6
26 Exeter St|1.67 Miles Away

Clarence R. Edwards Middle School

--
Public|Grades 6–8
28 Walker St|1.68 Miles Away

Snowden International School At Copley

F
Public|Grades 9–12
150 Newbury St|1.73 Miles Away

Match Charter Public School

C
Public|Grades PK–12
1001 Commonwealth ...|1.73 Miles Away

Ivy Street School

--
Private|Grades 8–12
200 Ivy St|1.74 Miles Away

Warren / Prescott K-8 School

B-
Public|Grades PK–8
50 School St|1.80 Miles Away

Arthur D Healey

C-
Public|Grades PK–8
5 Meacham St|1.86 Miles Away

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
80 Gerrys Landing ...|1.93 Miles Away

Gardner Pilot Academy

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
30 Athol St|1.97 Miles Away

Transit

253 Norfolk St is surrounded by public transit options designed for efficient city travel. Transportation access within a 2-mile radius ensures reliable connections across Cambridge. Residents benefit from flexible commuting options and reduced travel stress. This well-connected setting supports modern urban lifestyles.

1079 Commonwealth Ave

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

125 Highland Ave

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

125 Western Ave

1.43 miles away|28 min walk

130 Western Ave

1.46 miles away|29 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

1.78 miles away|35 min walk

16 Eliot St

1.21 miles away|24 min walk
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Description

253 Norfolk St is surrounded by public transit options designed for efficient city travel. Transportation access within a 2-mile radius ensures reliable connections across Cambridge. Residents benefit from flexible commuting options and reduced travel stress. This well-connected setting supports modern urban lifestyles.

1079 Commonwealth Ave

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

125 Highland Ave

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

125 Western Ave

1.43 miles away|28 min walk

130 Western Ave

1.46 miles away|29 min walk

132 Brookline Ave opp Fullerton St

1.78 miles away|35 min walk

16 Eliot St

1.21 miles away|24 min walk

235 Highland Ave

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

25 Webster Ave @ Newton St

0.52 miles away|10 min walk

263 Highland Ave

1.58 miles away|31 min walk

422 McGrath Hwy

0.9 miles away|18 min walk

454 Broadway

0.72 miles away|14 min walk

45 Beacon St

0.45 miles away|9 min walk

51 Bow St

0.76 miles away|15 min walk

529 Main St

1.61 miles away|31 min walk

594 Somerville Ave

1.07 miles away|21 min walk

75 Highland Ave opp Putnam St

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

77 Massachusetts Ave

0.81 miles away|16 min walk

84 Massachusetts Ave

0.86 miles away|17 min walk

Alford St @ Main St

1.66 miles away|32 min walk

Alford St @ MBTA Charlestown Garage

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Amesbury St @ Vassar St

1.14 miles away|22 min walk

Ames St @ Main St

0.73 miles away|14 min walk

Amory Street

1.59 miles away|31 min walk

Amory Street - Amory St

1.58 miles away|31 min walk

Amory Street - Buick St Saint Paul St

1.62 miles away|31 min walk

Arlington

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (East)

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

Arlington - Arlington St (West)

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

Arlington - Elevator Boylston St

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

Arlington - Public Garden

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

Arlington St @ Saint James Ave

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

Assembly

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Assembly - Foley St

1.88 miles away|37 min walk

Assembly - Revolution Dr

1.82 miles away|35 min walk

Babcock Street

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Babcock Street - Babcock St

1.75 miles away|34 min walk

Babcock Street - Harry Agganis Way Pleasant St

1.69 miles away|33 min walk

Back Bay

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Back Bay - 167 Dartmouth St

1.92 miles away|37 min walk

Back Bay - Clarendon St Buses (North)

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Transit

Back Bay - Clarendon St Buses (North)

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

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

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Back Bay - Clarendon St Buses (South)

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Transit

Back Bay - Clarendon St Buses (South)

2 miles away|39 min walk

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

2 miles away|39 min walk

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (North)

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Transit

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (North)

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

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

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (South)

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Transit

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (South)

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

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

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (Tracks 5 and 7)

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Transit

Back Bay - Dartmouth St (Tracks 5 and 7)

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

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

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

Back Bay - Garage

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Transit

Back Bay - Garage

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

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

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

Back Bay - Underpass to Copley Place

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Transit

Back Bay - Underpass to Copley Place

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

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

1.95 miles away|38 min walk

Beacon St @ Calvin St

0.58 miles away|12 min walk

Beacon St @ Cooney St

0.49 miles away|10 min walk

Beacon St opp Concord Ave

0.38 miles away|8 min walk

Beacon St opp Walnut St

1.9 miles away|37 min walk

The Neighbourhood: The Port / Area Four

The Port / Area Four is a mixed residential and commercial neighborhood in Middlesex County. The area features parks and community gardens that offer play areas and quiet spots. Small shops, casual restaurants, and local markets line the main streets, and community centers host classes and events. The district has grocery stores, health clinics, library branches, and public schools nearby. Bus lines serve the area, and major roads provide direct routes for driving or transit to nearby cities. Short trips meet daily needs and connect people to larger services across the region.

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Neighbourhood Description

The Port / Area Four is a mixed residential and commercial neighborhood in Middlesex County. The area features parks and community gardens that offer play areas and quiet spots. Small shops, casual restaurants, and local markets line the main streets, and community centers host classes and events. The district has grocery stores, health clinics, library branches, and public schools nearby. Bus lines serve the area, and major roads provide direct routes for driving or transit to nearby cities. Short trips meet daily needs and connect people to larger services across the region.

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253 Norfolk St Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

9.63%

15–29 Years

36.91%

30–44 Years

27.55%

45–59 Years

11.53%

60+ Years

14.38%

Commute

22.57%

Transit

21.58%

Walk

23.23%

Drive

9.43%

Bike

Housing Ownership

31.74%

Owner Occupied

68.26%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
24.34%
Multi Family
3.44%
Single Person
35.68%
Multi Person
64.32%

Average Income

Household:$9,923,801.86 /yr

Individual:$6,285,752.65 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree31.4%
High School College7.41%
Diploma2.16%
Post Graduate45.26%
Others13.77%
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Education

Diploma2.16%
Post Graduate45.26%
Others13.77%
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