SOLD NOV 9, 2021
RENTED JUL 9, 2025
12 Ware St Unit B Cambridge, MA 02138
Mid-Cambridge Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
935
Sq Ft
$400/mo
HOA Fee
About This Home
As of November 2021You simply can’t beat this Harvard Square location! Enjoy a roomy 935sf of space, well divided amongst 2 spacious bedrooms and open-plan living and dining rooms. 12 Ware Street is just 2-blocks to Harvard Yard, .4 miles to the MBTA redline station, and is a gracious brick building with mature gardens. This garden level condo has an expansive main living room with space enough for dedicated living and dining areas, as well as a spacious entryway. Generously sized bedrooms and built-ins provide multiple options for private work-from-home spaces. There are hardwood floors, newer replacement windows, and new light fixtures throughout. The Bancroft Court Condominiums are professionally managed, have elevator service and intercom for guests, and common laundry facilities and bicycle storage. With fees that include heat and hot water, this well maintained condo is a perfect fit for investors, and anyone seeking immediate access to Harvard Square.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,838
Year Built
- 1920
HOA Fees
- $400 per month
Additional Features
- Primary Bedroom located in the basement
- 1 Heating Zone
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 21, 2021
Closed on
Nov 9, 2021
Sold by
Noman Ahmed and Ahmed Shameem
Bought by
Shatz-Hauser Kayla and Hauser Austin
Seller's Agent
The Denman Group
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jean Lynch
Compass
List Price
$659,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.37%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$132,998
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.12%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Outstanding Balance
$478,794
Interest Rate
2.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$304,204
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 27, 2017
Closed on
Mar 15, 2017
Sold by
Oconnell Martin C Est
Bought by
Norman Shameem and Norman Ahmed
Seller's Agent
Charles Cherney
Compass
Buyer's Agent
The Petrowsky Jones Group
Compass
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$526,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
23.76%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.65%
Original Mortgage
$420,800
Interest Rate
4.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 1990
Sold by
Atamian Helen M
Bought by
Oconnell Martin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,250
Interest Rate
10.07%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condominium Deed | $650,000 | None Available | |
| Not Resolvable | $526,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $85,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $85,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $520,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $393,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $420,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $72,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 07/09/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | For Rent | $3,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 11/09/2021 11/09/21 | Sold | $650,000 | -1.4% | $695 / Sq Ft |
| 10/07/2021 10/07/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/21/2021 09/21/21 | For Sale | $659,000 | +25.3% | $705 / Sq Ft |
| 03/15/2017 03/15/17 | Sold | $526,000 | +23.8% | $591 / Sq Ft |
| 02/01/2017 02/01/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/27/2017 01/27/17 | For Sale | $425,000 | -- | $478 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,838 | $604,400 | $0 | $604,400 |
| 2024 | $3,522 | $594,900 | $0 | $594,900 |
| 2023 | $3,456 | $589,700 | $0 | $589,700 |
| 2022 | $3,434 | $580,100 | $0 | $580,100 |
| 2021 | $3,362 | $574,700 | $0 | $574,700 |
| 2020 | $3,232 | $562,000 | $0 | $562,000 |
| 2019 | $3,093 | $520,700 | $0 | $520,700 |
| 2018 | $2,817 | $447,800 | $0 | $447,800 |
| 2017 | $2,700 | $416,100 | $0 | $416,100 |
| 2016 | $2,586 | $370,000 | $0 | $370,000 |
| 2015 | $2,560 | $327,400 | $0 | $327,400 |
| 2014 | $2,395 | $285,800 | $0 | $285,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2025
Marika and Adam Real Estate Group
Hammond Residential Real Estate
14 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Adam Aroesty
Hammond Residential Real Estate
(617) 571-9843
1 in this area
25 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Marika Feuerstein-Karas
Hammond Residential Real Estate
(617) 819-4532
41 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2021
The Denman Group
Compass
(617) 518-4570
24 in this area
687 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Jean Lynch
Compass
(978) 502-8535
1 in this area
40 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2017
Charles Cherney
Compass
(617) 733-8937
13 in this area
146 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72897994
APN: CAMB-000135-000000-000025-000012-B
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