$605,000
$13K PRICE DROP

1699 Cambridge St Unit 50 Cambridge, MA 02138

Mid-Cambridge Neighborhood

Estimated payment $3,961/month

Total Views 1,687
1 Bed
1 Bath
693 Sq Ft
$873 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

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

About This Home

Just 1 block from Harvard Yard, this south-facing Cambridge penthouse corner unit is filled with natural light and offers sweeping city views. The bright and airy 1-bedroom, 1-bath layout spans just under 700 square feet with hardwood floors throughout. Recent updates include 2019 windows and a 2020 gas range and refrigerator. Added conveniences include dedicated storage plus in-basement laundry and bike storage. Ready for immediate occupancy or rental, this home appeals to both owner-occupants and investors alike. With easy access to the Charles River, Central, Inman, and Union Squares, along with parks, grocery stores, cafes, and restaurants, this penthouse captures quintessential Cambridge living — blending accessibility with timeless charm.

Listing Agent

Sage Jankowitz

Cambridge Sage Inc. Listed on: 10/01/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,926

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • No Units Above

HOA Fees

  • $436 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 4th floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 693 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Freezer

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00142 L:0011200050,409711

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
  • 50 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,926

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$436 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Year Built Details: Unknown/Mixed
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 693
  • Living Area: 693
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN8801

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No One Above, Corner
  • 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: None
  • Heating: Steam
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry
  • Association Fee: 436.07
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:00142 L:0011200050,409711
  • Zoning: B
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: No

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3926

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 50
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

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Range of Values:

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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 $3,926 $618,200 $0 $618,200
2024 $3,548 $599,400 $0 $599,400
2023 $3,581 $611,100 $0 $611,100
2022 $3,600 $608,100 $0 $608,100
2021 $3,524 $602,400 $0 $602,400
2020 $3,441 $598,400 $0 $598,400
2019 $3,294 $554,500 $0 $554,500
2018 $3,197 $508,200 $0 $508,200
2017 $2,807 $432,500 $0 $432,500
2016 $2,656 $380,000 $0 $380,000
2015 $2,627 $335,900 $0 $335,900
2014 $2,465 $294,100 $0 $294,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/15/2025 10/15/25 Price Changed $605,000 -2.1% $873 / Sq Ft
10/01/2025 10/01/25 For Sale $618,000 -- $892 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73438368

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000142-000000-000112-000050