161 Columbia St, Unit 3

1,308 Sq. Ft.
$891 / Sq. Ft.
1,308
Sq. Ft.
$891
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to The Port. High among the trees in one of Cambridge’s coolest pockets, this three-bedroom, top-floor condo doesn’t just sit pretty — it lives. Sunlight floods through walls of glass while the city hums below, giving the whole place an easy, unfiltered vibe. The open layout moves like conversation — a gas fireplace flickers, laughter bounces off high ceilings, and music spills from the kitchen. Granite counters, custom cabinets, stainless steel, and a gas range anchor an island built for...Welcome to The Port. High among the trees in one of Cambridge’s coolest pockets, this three-bedroom, top-floor condo doesn’t just sit pretty — it lives. Sunlight floods through walls of glass while the city hums below, giving the whole place an easy, unfiltered vibe. The open layout moves like conversation — a gas fireplace flickers, laughter bounces off high ceilings, and music spills from the kitchen. Granite counters, custom cabinets, stainless steel, and a gas range anchor an island built for food, friends, and a little chaos. The primary suite brings the calm — soaking tub, glass shower, and a walk-in closet ready for anything. One of the other two bedrooms, bathed in warm ochre light, makes a perfect studio or think space. Two fireplaces, central air, in-unit laundry — the good stuff. Expansive, single-level living like this is rare in Cambridge. Add low HOA fees and a short stroll to Kendall and Central Squares, and you’ve got treetop peace with street-level swagger!

Property Details for 161 Columbia Street, Unit 3

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Area 4-The Port
Area
MA-Cambridge-Area 4-The Port, MA-Cambridge
Style
Low-Rise, 2/3 Family
Garage Spaces
0
Open Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 12/16/2025 01:05 PM

Property Details for 161 Columbia Street, Unit 3

StatusSold
MLS #73451177
Days on Market16
Taxes$2,883 / year
HOA Fees$200 / month
Property TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1910
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Building Information for 161 Columbia Street, Unit 3

Building/Complex161 Columbia Street CondominiumFloor3Stories3Residences3Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1910

Payment Calculator

$6,246 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,805

Property Taxes

$240

HOA Dues

$200

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Property Information for 161 Columbia Street, Unit 3

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1308.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 3
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Location/School
  • Grade School: Controlled Choice
  • High School: Cambridge Rindge And Latin
  • Middle School: Controlled Choice
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Entry Hall
  • Laundry Features: Third Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise, 2/3 Family
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Unit Control
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric, Unit Control
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 186.648
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full,Ceiling Fan(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Dressing Room
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 16.8
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 11.11
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 119.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom2 Length: 10.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: Third
  • Bedroom2 Width: 11.9
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Area: 145.77
  • Bedroom3 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom3 Length: 12.9
  • Bedroom3 Level: Third
  • Bedroom3 Width: 11.3
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Area: 55.51
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Walk-In Closet(s),Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Lighting - Pendant,Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom1 Length: 9.1
  • Bathroom1 Level: Third
  • Bathroom1 Width: 6.1
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Area: 65.61
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Dryer Hookup - Electric,Washer Hookup
  • Bathroom2 Length: 8.1
  • Bathroom2 Level: Third
  • Bathroom2 Width: 8.1
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Area: 78.0
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Open Floorplan
  • Dining Room Length: 7.8
  • Dining Room Level: Third
  • Dining Room Width: 10.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 261.23
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Dining Area,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Kitchen Island,Cabinets - Upgraded,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Length: 15.1
  • Kitchen Level: Third
  • Kitchen Width: 17.3
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 150.65
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Picture,Open Floorplan,Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Living Room Length: 11.5
  • Room Living Room Level: Third
  • Room Living Room Width: 13.1
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Unit Deed, Floor Plans, Certificate of Insurance
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Residential Exemption included in real estate tax bill. The neighboring property holds a utility easement beneath the brick alleyway at 161 Columbia. Primary bathroom window has a broken seal.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00088 L:0005600003,4628423
  • Assessments: $943,000
  • Book: 104
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance
  • Complex Name: 161 Columbia Street Condominium
  • Management: Owner Association, No Management
  • Units Owner Occupied: 2
  • Owner Occupied Source: Owner
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 3
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 3.0

Property History for 161 Columbia Street, Unit 3

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 16, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73451177

$1,165,000
Nov 20, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73451177

Nov 14, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73451177

DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/16/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73451177

$1,165,000
11/20/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73451177

11/14/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73451177

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 161 Columbia Street, Unit 3

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$943,000Total-
Tax Record2025$5,988 ($499 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,308 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,308 SqFtStories3StyleCondominiumYear Built1969CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00088 L:0005600003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 161 Columbia Street, Unit 3

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
PublicPK to 5

Cambridge Street Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Cambridgeport School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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