280 Harvard St Unit 1A Cambridge, MA 02139
Mid-Cambridge NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,250/month
Total Views
2,435
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
876
Sq Ft
$878
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Porch
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Elevator
- Intercom
- 3-minute walk to Wilder Play Area
About This Home
Located on Harvard Street between Central and Inman Squares, this corner unit offers 876 sq. ft. of well-designed living space in a professionally managed elevator building. The floor-through layout features two bedrooms, a full bath, a bonus half bath, and an open-concept living/dining area leading to a private balcony. Enjoy abundant natural light, gas heat, central A/C, and updated flooring.Additional amenities include one deeded off-street parking space, exclusive storage, common laundry, a bike rack, and a secure lobby for package deliveries. Monthly condo fee includes heat and hot water. With easy access to Harvard, MIT, Kendall, and Union Squares, this home is ideal for both owner-occupants and investors seeking a low-maintenance unit in the heart of Cambridge. Currently rented for $3,600 till 8/31/2025 and $3,750 till 8/31/2026. Option to deliver vacant.
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, June 07, 202511:00 am to 1:00 pm6/7/2025 11:00:00 AM +00:006/7/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
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Sunday, June 08, 20251:30 to 3:00 pm6/8/2025 1:30:00 PM +00:006/8/2025 3:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,520
Year Built
- Built in 1978
HOA Fees
- $556 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
Interior Spaces
- 876 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Flooring
- Intercom
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 1 Cooling Zone
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 407234
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, gas, water, sewer, insurance, reserve funds
- 31 Units
- Mid-Rise Condominium
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $4,407 | $694,000 | $0 | $694,000 |
| 2024 | $4,039 | $682,300 | $0 | $682,300 |
| 2023 | $3,969 | $677,300 | $0 | $677,300 |
| 2022 | $3,921 | $662,300 | $0 | $662,300 |
| 2021 | $3,810 | $651,300 | $0 | $651,300 |
| 2020 | $3,674 | $639,000 | $0 | $639,000 |
| 2019 | $3,530 | $594,200 | $0 | $594,200 |
| 2018 | $3,440 | $546,900 | $0 | $546,900 |
| 2017 | $3,309 | $509,800 | $0 | $509,800 |
| 2016 | $3,193 | $456,800 | $0 | $456,800 |
| 2015 | $3,166 | $404,900 | $0 | $404,900 |
| 2014 | $3,047 | $363,600 | $0 | $363,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | For Sale | $769,000 | 0.0% | $878 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2024 04/24/24 | Rented | $3,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/04/2024 04/04/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/28/2024 03/28/24 | For Rent | $3,500 | +9.4% | -- |
| 08/11/2022 08/11/22 | Rented | $3,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/05/2022 08/05/22 | For Rent | $3,200 | -- | -- |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $346,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $346,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $102,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $102,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $259,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $81,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in the area
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73383969
APN: CAMB-000118-000000-000051-000001A
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