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Seller's Agent in 2025
Liz Mintz
Hammond Residential Real Estate
(617) 731-4644
1 in this area
31 Total Sales
1572 Massachusetts Ave Unit 23 Cambridge, MA 02138
Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
813
Sq Ft
$586/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- City View
- Property is near public transit
- 3-minute walk to Cambridge Common Park
About This Home
As of May 2025Amazing views of historic Follen Street from every room of this second floor, two bedroom, 1 bath condo in the pre-war Bay State building in Harvard Square. Enter the unique, picture perfect, Grubey tiled facade into the Grubey tiled foyer: unit is on the private corner of the second floor. This home boasts generous spaces, gleaming hardwood floors, tall ceilings, a grand fireplace, abundant natural light, and has been freshly painted. Enter the foyer to the living room/ dining room with bay window, grand fireplace and beautiful views, with two bedrooms, an eat-in kitchen and a full bath. Building amenities include a common roof deck with wonderful views of Harvard Square, assigned storage in basement, a common laundry room and on-street parking permit. Building is professionally managed with an on-site superintendent. The condo is located next to the Cambridge Common, across from the Harvard Law School, close to public transit, restaurants & shopping and Harvard Square.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,018
Year Built
- Built in 1915
HOA Fees
- $586 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Entry on the 2nd floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 813 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- City Views
- Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Individual Controls for Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
Additional Features
- Deck
- Two or More Common Walls
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:00172 L:0001200023,411270
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
- 41 Units
- Mid-Rise Condominium
- Near Conservation Area
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
Recreation
- Park
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2025
Closed on
May 9, 2025
Sold by
Dassarma Martha S
Bought by
1572 Ma Avenue Unit 23 Rt and Van Arsdell
Seller's Agent
Liz Mintz
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Bigelow/ Irving
Compass
List Price
$769,000
Sold Price
$806,000
Premium/Discount to List
$37,000
4.81%
Views
13
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
-$3,713
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.87%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 1993
Sold by
Hyams Andrew L
Bought by
Das Sarma Martha S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
8.03%
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 | $806,000 | None Available | |
| Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii | $155,000 | -- | |
| Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii | $155,000 | -- | |
| Leasehold Conv With Agreement Of Sale Fee Purchase Hawaii | $155,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $110,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $110,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Sold | $806,000 | +4.8% | $991 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2025 04/17/25 | For Sale | $769,000 | -- | $946 / 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 | $5,018 | $790,300 | $0 | $790,300 |
| 2024 | $4,577 | $773,200 | $0 | $773,200 |
| 2023 | $4,507 | $769,100 | $0 | $769,100 |
| 2022 | $4,530 | $765,200 | $0 | $765,200 |
| 2021 | $4,434 | $757,900 | $0 | $757,900 |
| 2020 | $4,322 | $751,700 | $0 | $751,700 |
| 2019 | $4,138 | $696,700 | $0 | $696,700 |
| 2018 | $4,017 | $638,700 | $0 | $638,700 |
| 2017 | $3,781 | $582,600 | $0 | $582,600 |
| 2016 | $3,635 | $520,100 | $0 | $520,100 |
| 2015 | $3,596 | $459,900 | $0 | $459,900 |
| 2014 | $3,537 | $422,100 | $0 | $422,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Liz Mintz
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Bigelow/ Irving
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Bigelow/ Irving
Compass
10 in this area
62 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73361177
APN: CAMB-000172-000000-000012-000023
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