Seller's Agent in 2025
Lisa May
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 429-3188
11 in this area
124 Total Sales
280 Harvard St Unit PHC Cambridge, MA 02139
Mid-Cambridge NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,072,000 - $1,212,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,115
Sq Ft
1978
Built
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Open Floorplan
- Property is near public transit and schools
- No Units Above
- Deck
- 3-minute walk to Wilder Play Area
About This Home
As of October 2025Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a Penthouse with a magnificent 950+ sq ft private deck and panoramic views. Imagine mornings that begin with coffee as the Boston skyline awakens before you, and evenings that end with glowing sunsets over Cambridge. Inside, walls of glass keep you connected to the sky, filling every room with light and sweeping vistas. With 2 bedrooms, a spacious bath, hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, garage parking, and private storage, this Penthouse is both polished and well-appointed. The pet-friendly building has seen important updates, including a new roof, while the sellers went a step further and replaced the entire deck in 2024. The common areas are next on the list, and the sellers are open to help defray the cost of a future assessment. Just behind Central Sq, you’re moments from MIT, Harvard, Whole Foods, cafes & the Red Line. And at the end of the day, it all comes back to that extraordinary private deck and the views that make this a magical spot.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/10/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,351
Year Built
- Built in 1978
HOA Fees
- $665 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Entry on the 7th floor
- Rubber Roof
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 1,115 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Sliding Doors
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 1 Cooling Zone
- 1 Heating Zone
- Hot Water Heating System
Additional Features
- No Units Above
- Property is near public transit and schools
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 407231
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash
- 31 Units
- Mid-Rise Community
- 280 Harvard House Condominium Community
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Elevator
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 10, 2025
Closed on
Sep 26, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lisa May
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Suzanne Koller
Compass
List Price
$1,048,000
Sold Price
$1,132,000
Premium/Discount to List
$84,000
8.02%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,988
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.63%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 3, 2018
Closed on
May 4, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Melanie Collard
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Melanie Collard
Compass
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$915,200
Premium/Discount to List
$116,200
14.54%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.91%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 13, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 21, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
5.89%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 5, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
7.98%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,132,000 | -- | ||
| $915,200 | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $450,000 | -- | ||
| $450,000 | -- | ||
| $201,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $253,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $110,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | Sold | $1,132,000 | +8.0% | $1,015 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/16/2025 09/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | For Sale | $1,048,000 | +14.5% | $940 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/04/2018 05/04/18 | Sold | $915,200 | +14.5% | $874 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/11/2018 04/11/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/03/2018 04/03/18 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $763 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History
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| 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 | $6,185 | $974,000 | $0 | $974,000 |
| 2024 | $5,723 | $966,800 | $0 | $966,800 |
| 2023 | $5,501 | $938,700 | $0 | $938,700 |
| 2022 | $5,442 | $919,300 | $0 | $919,300 |
| 2021 | $5,253 | $898,000 | $0 | $898,000 |
| 2020 | $5,046 | $877,600 | $0 | $877,600 |
| 2019 | $4,844 | $815,500 | $0 | $815,500 |
| 2018 | $4,718 | $750,100 | $0 | $750,100 |
| 2017 | $4,528 | $697,700 | $0 | $697,700 |
| 2016 | $4,425 | $633,100 | $0 | $633,100 |
| 2015 | $4,385 | $560,800 | $0 | $560,800 |
| 2014 | $4,221 | $503,700 | $0 | $503,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lisa May
-
Abigail Clutz
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Abigail Clutz
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 945-9161
1 in this area
33 Total Sales
-
Suzanne Koller
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Suzanne Koller
Compass
(617) 799-5913
1 in this area
588 Total Sales
-
Melanie Collard
M
Seller's Agent in 2018
Melanie Collard
Compass
(617) 767-6362
22 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73429086
APN: CAMB-000118-000000-000051-PH000000C
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