$857,500
SOLD OCT 25, 2019

217 Harvard St Unit 1R Cambridge, MA 02139

The Port Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,190 Sq Ft
1901 Built

Recently Sold

$721 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom
  • 2-minute walk to Edward Sennott Park

About This Home

As of October 2019

This 2+ bedroom condo is situated in The Port neighborhood of Cambridge.The versatile layout and balance of original details with modern day luxuries, makes this spacious, floor thru condo truly standout. Front and side bay windows complimented by original pine hardwood flooring offer generous light, serenity and warmth. The pocket doors can easily separate the front room from adjoining bedroom, providing a flexible 3 bedroom with office nook. The open living and dinning area flows naturally into the well appointed kitchen; fully renovated (2016) featuring custom cabinets, Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and a large center island complete with storage and breakfast bar. Additional amenities include abundant deep closets with built-ins throughout, in-unit laundry room and an exclusive use 8' x 10' rear deck, ideal for summer entertainment. Conveniently located between Harvard and Kendall Square, steps to the Red Line T in Central Square, and a Walk Scoreâ„¢ of 94.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Wheeler

Compass Listed on: 08/30/2019

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Last Buyer's Agent

Nextdoor Realty Team

Compass

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,709

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Water Holding Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Basement

Community Details

  • Pets Allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00088 L:00062001/R

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,709

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Detached, Mid-Rise
  • Year Built Description: Approximate, Renovated Since
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 726.89
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1901
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 1R
  • Unit Level: 1
  • Unit Placement: Street, Corner
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1901

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Intercom
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: First Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • No Rooms: 5
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room: On Level: First Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
  • Laundry: Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Exterior Access, Walk-in Storage
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Cable Hookup, High Speed Internet Hookup, Open Floor Plan
  • Basement: Y
  • Other Room 1: Name: Office, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Picture
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN2383
  • Main So: AN1593
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1190.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: On Street Permit

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Hot Water Radiators, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 378.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: 217 Harvard Street Condominium

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 746000.00
  • Page: 232
  • Parcel Number: M:00088 L:00062001/R
  • Zoning: C1

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Prog. Thermostat

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4431.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 403392

Multi Family

  • No Units: 8
  • No Units Owner Occ: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2019
Closed on
Oct 10, 2019
Sold by
Freundlich Michael L and Powell Lindsey J
Bought by
Zhang Tingting and Zhang Ross
Seller's Agent
Laura Wheeler
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Nextdoor Realty Team
Compass
List Price
$865,000
Sold Price
$857,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-0.87%
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
$1,184,055

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$326,555
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.90%
Original Mortgage
$686,000
Outstanding Balance
$607,551
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$576,504

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 24, 2016
Closed on
Aug 8, 2016
Sold by
Glaser Frank B and Colli Jarred
Bought by
Freundlich Michael I and Powell Lindsey J
Seller's Agent
Charles Cherney
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Laura Wheeler
Compass
List Price
$740,000
Sold Price
$740,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.70%
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 26, 2008
Sold by
Greene Elizabeth D and Greene Jeremy A
Bought by
Glaser Frank and Colli Jarred

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$375,250
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2003
Sold by
217 Harvard T and Freda Pasquale
Bought by
Greene Elizabeth D and Greene Jeremy A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.64%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $857,500 --
Not Resolvable $740,000 --
Deed $395,000 --
Deed $370,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $686,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $440,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $359,600 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $371,840 No Value Available
Previous Owner $375,250 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $322,700 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2024 06/06/24 Rented $4,850 +2.1% --
05/15/2024 05/15/24 Under Contract -- -- --
05/07/2024 05/07/24 For Rent $4,750 +5.6% --
05/15/2023 05/15/23 Rented $4,500 -4.3% --
05/08/2023 05/08/23 Under Contract -- -- --
05/03/2023 05/03/23 For Rent $4,700 0.0% --
10/25/2019 10/25/19 Sold $857,500 -0.9% $721 / Sq Ft
09/11/2019 09/11/19 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2019 08/30/19 For Sale $865,000 +16.9% $727 / Sq Ft
08/08/2016 08/08/16 Sold $740,000 0.0% $622 / Sq Ft
06/30/2016 06/30/16 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2016 06/24/16 For Sale $740,000 -- $622 / 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 $5,709 $899,100 $0 $899,100
2024 $5,320 $898,600 $0 $898,600
2023 $5,050 $861,700 $0 $861,700
2022 $5,029 $849,500 $0 $849,500
2021 $4,923 $841,500 $0 $841,500
2020 $4,629 $805,100 $0 $805,100
2019 $4,431 $746,000 $0 $746,000
2018 $2,169 $676,700 $0 $676,700
2017 $3,595 $553,900 $0 $553,900
2016 $3,509 $502,000 $0 $502,000
2015 $3,470 $443,700 $0 $443,700
2014 $3,340 $398,600 $0 $398,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72556616

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000088-000000-000062-000001-R