$459,000
SOLD MAY 27, 2016
1 Bed
1 Bath
410 Sq Ft
1940 Built

Recently Sold

$1,120 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2016

Fantastic Harvard Square location plus total 2016 renovation equals rare opportunity in this 3-room studio gem in handsome, well-maintained brick building with marble, mahogany, and wrought-iron detail. Just completed renovations include: all new stainless steel appliances (gas stove, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, and disposal), new cabinetry, granite countertops, and hardwood floor in eat-in kitchen with view of back garden; refinished tiled bathroom; new lighting, refurbished wood floors, and fresh paint throughout entire unit. The entry foyer is great as study, library, or transition space. High ceilings throughout, the great room is well-proportioned, bright, and ready for your design choices. Lovingly maintained by owner-occupant since 2000. Common area basement has extra storage (approx. 8.5x5', locked), laundry area, and bike storage. Steps from Sanders Theater, Harvard Yard, Red Line and surface buses, and 2-min walk to Cambridge Public Library. Move in and enjoy!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judith Alexander

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 05/04/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Judith Alexander

Barrett Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 05/04/2016

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1940

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 2
  • Unit Placement: Upper, Back
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1940

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 3
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat, Bike Path, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 12X7
  • Oth1 Room Name: Foyer
  • Oth1 Dimen: 9X7
  • Oth1 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Oth1 Level: First Floor
  • Oth2 Dimen: 16X12
  • Oth2 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Oth2 Level: First Floor
  • Oth3 Room Name: Bathroom
  • Oth3 Dimen: 8X5
  • Oth3 Dscrp: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub
  • Oth3 Level: First Floor
  • No Living Levels: 4

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Rubber
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Unit Features: Garden Area, Screens
  • Beach Ownership: Public

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: On Street Permit
  • Parking Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Steam, Gas, Unit Control
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: 1697-1699 Cambridge Street
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Gas, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Extra Storage, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site, Owner Association
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • No Units: 50
  • Unit Building: 6

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R4

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/06/2025 04/06/25 Off Market $2,200 -- --
03/14/2025 03/14/25 For Rent $2,200 +18.9% --
06/09/2021 06/09/21 Rented $1,850 0.0% --
05/31/2021 05/31/21 Under Contract -- -- --
04/06/2021 04/06/21 For Rent $1,850 -7.5% --
07/28/2020 07/28/20 Rented $2,000 0.0% --
07/23/2020 07/23/20 Under Contract -- -- --
06/27/2020 06/27/20 Price Changed $2,000 0.0% $5 / Sq Ft
06/26/2020 06/26/20 Price Changed $2,001 +0.1% $5 / Sq Ft
06/16/2020 06/16/20 For Rent $2,000 +5.3% --
07/28/2017 07/28/17 Rented $1,900 0.0% --
07/24/2017 07/24/17 Under Contract -- -- --
07/09/2017 07/09/17 Price Changed $1,900 -5.0% $5 / Sq Ft
05/30/2017 05/30/17 For Rent $2,000 0.0% --
07/27/2016 07/27/16 Rented $2,000 0.0% --
07/20/2016 07/20/16 Under Contract -- -- --
06/20/2016 06/20/16 For Rent $2,000 0.0% --
05/27/2016 05/27/16 Sold $459,000 +9.5% $1,120 / Sq Ft
05/09/2016 05/09/16 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2016 05/04/16 For Sale $419,000 -- $1,022 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71999612

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)