16 Chauncy St 10, Cambridge, MA 02138

• 1 bath |
• 386 sqft

Property Description

Nestled in Harvard Square, this historical studio is flooded with natural light and serene tree-top, courtyard views! The unit itself, not just the building, was the documented residence of Vladimir Nabokov during his tenure (1942-1948) as Research Fellow and Curator of Lepidoptera at Harvard. During his years living here, Nabokov stood at the intersection of literature, science, and scholarship. This unit remains linked to a remarkable period in twentieth-century literary and intellectual history. The elevator building is located on a one-way, picturesque residential side street. The renovated kitchen is thoughtfully planned for functionality, new stainless steel appliances, and a four-burner gas range. Additional features include a decorative fireplace, lots of convenient closets, and hardwood floors. An open-plan invites your ideas for multiple layouts! This professionally managed, nonsmoking building has handy common laundry facilities. Minutes away from the Red Line and Harvard.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

June 11, 2026

Data Last Updated:

June 13, 2026 at 7:07AM

Listing Office:

Compass : 617-303-0067

Listing Agent:

Christopher Wolf : 978-729-9349

MLS ID:

73535016

Interior

• Appliances: RangeDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorFreezer
• Laundry: Common AreaIn Building
• Basement: N
• Flooring: Hardwood
• A/C: Window Unit(s)
• Heating: Steam
• Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Fenced YardGarden
• Parking: Parking spaces: 0

Construction

• General: 1

Location

• HOA Amenities: Hot WaterElevator(s)HeatWaterSewerInsuranceMaintenance GroundsSnow Removal580.0Monthly
• Originating MLS: MLS Property Information Network
• County: Middlesex

Lot

• Zoning: C-25205652
• Fencing: Fenced

Utilities

• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: MLS Property Information Network