$4,200 total monthly price

253 Norfolk St Unit 22 Cambridge, MA 02139

The Port Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
969 Sq Ft
2.3 Acres

Highlights

  • 99,999 Sq Ft lot
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Edward Sennott Park

About This Home

Welcome to the Chocolate Factory! The striking loft-inspired residence offers a flexible open design accentuated by oversized windows, soaring ceilings, & distinctive exposed brick & beams. The sleek kitchen provides an island/breakfast bar plus newer stainless steel appliances. Two well-proportioned bedrooms feature hardwood floors and excellent closet storage. Added conveniences include in-unit laundry, central air, and two garage parking. Residents have access to a large shared patio ideal for lounging and grilling, as well as a dedicated garden area.. Nestled on a quiet tree-lined street in lively Inman Square, there is easy access to countless cafés, dining options, and boutiques. Positioned between bustling Central and Union Squares, and only half a mile to the Red Line. Harvard & Kendall/MIT are within a one-mile distance. Walk Score is 93 & Bike Score is 99. Rent covers heat, hot water, gas, parking for 2 cars, bike storage, snow clearance & trash removal

Listing Agent

Lisa Godwin

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/27/2025

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Dawn Felicani

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 1986

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 969 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • Cooling Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,200
  • Property Available on 12/1/25
  • Rent includes heat, hot water, gas, water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, gardener, garden area, air conditioning, laundry facilities, parking
  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00087 L:00094002/2,3323157

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1986

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2025-12-01
  • Lease Term: Term of Rental(6/18)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: No
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 4200

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1986

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 969
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 969
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: BB5918

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio, Garden
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Gas, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Garden Area, Air Conditioning, Laundry Facilities, Parking
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:00087 L:00094002/2,3323157
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 99999
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Map

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/27/2025 09/27/25 For Rent $4,200 +5.0% --
09/01/2024 09/01/24 Rented $4,000 0.0% --
07/02/2024 07/02/24 Under Contract -- -- --
06/26/2024 06/26/24 For Rent $4,000 +17.6% --
09/01/2022 09/01/22 Rented $3,400 0.0% --
05/12/2022 05/12/22 Under Contract -- -- --
05/08/2022 05/08/22 For Rent $3,400 +15.3% --
10/01/2020 10/01/20 Rented $2,950 0.0% --
09/20/2020 09/20/20 Under Contract -- -- --
09/09/2020 09/09/20 Price Changed $2,950 -10.6% $3 / Sq Ft
08/18/2020 08/18/20 Price Changed $3,300 -5.7% $3 / Sq Ft
07/16/2020 07/16/20 Price Changed $3,500 -2.8% $4 / Sq Ft
07/10/2020 07/10/20 For Rent $3,600 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73436571

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000087-000000-000094-000002-2