$817,000
SOLD DEC 6, 2024 RENTED JUL 3, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,115 Sq Ft
$1,193/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$733 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Elevator
  • Property is near public transit
  • Jogging Path
  • 4-minute walk to Alexander W. Kemp Playground

About This Home

As of December 2024

Perched up high on the top floor, looking towards the entrance of Harvard Square sits this enviable two bedroom two bath unit plus den in mid-renovation. It’s unquestionably sun-drenched with large wrap around windows, an open floorpan, fireplace, tons of closets, a large private balcony, a first floor storage bin and one off-street parking space behind the building. It’s ready to be finished off with your own taste and is priced accordingly. With over 8 million annual visitors Harvard Square remains one of the most beloved villages in the entire country. Packed with beautiful historical architecture, Harvard University, a myriad of tasty eateries, coffee cafes, and shopping opportunities it leaves you smiling and satisfied. Harvard Square is both beautiful and buzzing with unrivaled intellectual energy. Open House this Sunday, Nov 17th, from 12-2pm. Property to be delivered in as-is condition.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Boltz

Boltz Real Estate Listed on: 11/04/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Jason Boltz

Boltz Real Estate Listed on: 11/04/2024

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,570

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

HOA Fees

  • $1,193 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,115 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Intercom

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 1 Car Parking Space
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • 2 Cooling Zones
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 2 Heating Zones
  • Heat Pump System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00216 L:0000400824,415732

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, air conditioning, reserve funds
  • 48 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • Continental Gardens Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,570

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,193 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Entry Level: 8
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Basement: N
  • Living Area: 1115
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: NB9521
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 784.75
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 732.74
  • MAIN SO: NB9521

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 2
  • COOLING ZONES: 2

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee: 1193
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 824
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - On Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:00216 L:0000400824,415732
  • Zoning: C2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 296
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3570
  • Tax Book Number: 52856

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 48
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 4, 2024
Closed on
Dec 2, 2024
Sold by
Olson Rebecca S
Bought by
Donahue Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Jason Boltz
Boltz Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jason Boltz
Boltz Real Estate
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$817,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$58,000
-6.63%
Total Days on Market
14
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
$891,168

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$74,168
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.79%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2018
Sold by
Olson Richard E
Bought by
Olson Rebecca S

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2009
Sold by
Zinsser Cornelia P
Bought by
Olson Richard E

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 1997
Sold by
Curtis Christopher C
Bought by
Zinsser Cornelia P
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $817,000 None Available
Condominium Deed $817,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $519,000 --
Deed $519,000 --
Deed $265,000 --
Deed $265,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Rented $5,500 0.0% --
06/28/2025 06/28/25 Under Contract -- -- --
06/27/2025 06/27/25 For Rent $5,500 0.0% --
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Under Contract -- -- --
06/17/2025 06/17/25 For Rent $5,500 0.0% --
12/06/2024 12/06/24 Sold $817,000 -6.6% $733 / Sq Ft
11/18/2024 11/18/24 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2024 11/04/24 For Sale $875,000 -- $785 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $6,628 $1,043,800 $0 $1,043,800
2024 $3,570 $603,000 $0 $603,000
2023 $5,050 $861,700 $0 $861,700
2022 $5,400 $912,200 $0 $912,200
2021 $5,438 $929,500 $0 $929,500
2020 $5,178 $900,500 $0 $900,500
2019 $4,971 $836,900 $0 $836,900
2018 $4,841 $769,600 $0 $769,600
2017 $4,675 $720,300 $0 $720,300
2016 $4,562 $652,600 $0 $652,600
2015 $4,524 $578,500 $0 $578,500
2014 $4,468 $533,200 $0 $533,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73309506

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000216-000000-000004-000824