$500,000
SOLD MAY 6, 2022

1699 Cambridge St Unit 29 Cambridge, MA 02138

Mid-Cambridge Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
410 Sq Ft
$258/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,220 Per Sq Ft

11% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Flooring
  • No Units Above
  • Property is near public transit
  • 3-minute walk to Joan Lorentz Park

About This Home

As of May 2022

Charming Harvard Square pied-à-terre dream. A rare private top-floor unit set back from the street & facing the building’s gardens, creating the ultimate quiet sanctuary in the middle of the city. Featuring high ceilings, hardwood floors, renovated bath, eat-in kitchen, a foyer/study nook, & wonderful natural light. Whether you live in it or rent out, this studio/1-BR apt offers an efficient living space with easy access to Harvard University, Harvard Law, Harvard School of Design, Harvard Science Center, Cambridge Public Library, Red Line T-Stop, groceries, shopping, restaurants, and green spaces, with a Walk Score of 95 & Bike Score of 99 (“Walkers/Bikers Paradise”). A unique opportunity to enjoy a peaceful oasis with close proximity to everything you need in the heart of Cambridge. Private storage, bike racks + laundry facilities in the building. Access to a shared patio located at the back of the building. Professional well-managed condo association. This space is truly a treasure!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patti Brainard

Compass Listed on: 03/31/2022

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Last Buyer's Agent

Patti Brainard

Compass Listed on: 03/31/2022

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $270

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • No Units Above
  • Stone Wall
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $258 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 410 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Light Fixtures
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Area
  • Intercom
  • Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • Central Heating
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 60 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 409708

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 50 Units
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • 1697 1699 Cambridge Street Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Community Garden
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • Breed Restrictions

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$270

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$258 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Closet, Entrance Foyer
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Laminate, Dining Area
  • Room Kitchen Area: 91
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 208
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Overhead
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 410
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1095.12
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1219.51
  • MAIN SO: AN2383

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden, Stone Wall
  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Central, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Common
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 60 Amps/Less
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Storage, Garden Area
  • Association Fee: 258.03
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 29
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 409708
  • Zoning: Res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 39
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Breed Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 270.07
  • Tax Book Number: 150

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 50
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 18

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/06/2022 05/06/22 Sold $500,000 +11.4% $1,220 / Sq Ft
04/05/2022 04/05/22 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2022 03/31/22 For Sale $449,000 +5.6% $1,095 / Sq Ft
07/09/2018 07/09/18 Sold $425,000 -11.3% $1,037 / Sq Ft
06/14/2018 06/14/18 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2018 06/06/18 For Sale $479,000 -- $1,168 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Patti Brainard

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Patti Brainard

    Compass

    (781) 789-5767

    9 in this area

    149 Total Sales

    Patti Brainard
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  • Darin Thompson

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Darin Thompson

    Stuart St James, Inc.

    (617) 819-5850

    229 Total Sales

    Darin Thompson
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72960515

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 Mid-Cambridge

1699 Cambridge St Unit 29, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 1699 Cambridge St Unit 29, Cambridge, MA 02138 and is currently priced at $500,000, approximately $1,219 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 1699 Cambridge St Unit 29 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Saint Paul's Choir School.

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