Seller's Agent in 2025
Lu Ouyang
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
(617) 763-0708
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
Puritan Arms 50 Follen St Unit 505 Cambridge, MA 02138
Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
715
Sq Ft
1925
Built
About This Home
As of June 2016Harvard Square--a dynamite location! Top floor, south-facing condominium with delightful open views of the Cambridge Common and Harvard buildings. You will love having your breakfast as you gaze out the window at the green serenity of the Common and the open sky above. The bright, white, eat-in-kitchen has a gas stove, refrigerator and recent Bosch dishwasher. The bedroom is particularly spacious, with two closets; one is walk-in with a closet system. The lovely bathroom has been tastefully renovated with storage in the vanity and a linen closet nearby. Two flex rooms were created from the living room for use as a second bedroom or office. If you enjoy entertaining, return the living room to its full-size. Life at 50 Follen is convenient, with an elevator in each wing, a laundry room, and a live-in superintendent. The location is superb for the Law School, Harvard Yard and the T, plus all of the shops and restaurants along Mass. Ave. and in Harvard Square.
Property Details
Home Type
Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
$3,879
Year Built
1925
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Unit Level: 5
- Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
- Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
- Other Agent: 2.50
- Lead Paint: Unknown
- Year Round: Yes
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Condos
- Year Built: 1925
Interior Features
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Has Basement: No
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other (See Remarks)
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Energy: Storm Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Intercom
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor
- Living Room: First Floor
- Master Bedroom: First Floor
- Master Bedroom Description: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet - Walk-in, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Cable Hookup
- Oth1 Room Name: Home Office
- Oth1 Dscrp: Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Cable Hookup
- Oth1 Level: First Floor
- No Living Levels: 1
Exterior Features
- Roof: Rubber
- Construction: Stone/Concrete
- Exterior: Brick
- Exterior Unit Features: Decorative Lighting, City View(s), Screens
- Beach Ownership: Public
Garage/Parking
- Parking: On Street Permit
- Parking Spaces: 0
Utilities
- Cooling: Window AC
- Heating: Steam, Gas, Common
- Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
- Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven
- Sewer: City/Town Sewer
- Water: City/Town Water
Condo/Co-op/Association
- Condominium Name: Puritan Arms Condominium Trust
- Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Garden Area, Reserve Funds
- Association Security: Intercom
- Management: Professional - On Site, Resident Superintendent
- Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
- No Units: 92
- Unit Building: 505
Fee Information
- Fee Interval: Monthly
Lot Info
- Zoning: Res
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 10, 2016
Closed on
Jun 15, 2016
Sold by
Carlson David and Carlson Judy
Bought by
Du Yongliang
Seller's Agent
Bonny Lamb
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Lu Ouyang
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$569,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$81,000
14.24%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.61%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 4, 2006
Sold by
Miller John L and Monteverde Ronald M
Bought by
Carlson David and Carlson Judy
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2001
Sold by
Bryant Peter M and Downing Michael B
Bought by
Miller John L and Monteverde Ronald M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 1995
Sold by
Pwa Rt and Ambler Peter W
Bought by
Bryant Peter M and Downing Michael B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$96,000
Interest Rate
9.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 4, 1988
Sold by
Tannis Rt
Bought by
Pwa Rt
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
10.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $650,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $440,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $345,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $128,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $141,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $35,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $98,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $96,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2025 08/13/25 | For Sale | $750,000 | 0.0% | $1,049 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2024 05/13/24 | Rented | $2,700 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/09/2024 05/09/24 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2024 05/07/24 | For Rent | $2,700 | +12.5% | -- |
| 05/13/2019 05/13/19 | Rented | $2,400 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/13/2019 05/13/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/02/2019 05/02/19 | For Rent | $2,400 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/14/2017 12/14/17 | Rented | $2,400 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/14/2017 12/14/17 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/04/2017 11/04/17 | For Rent | $2,400 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/15/2016 06/15/16 | Sold | $650,000 | +14.2% | $909 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2016 05/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/10/2016 05/10/16 | For Sale | $569,000 | -- | $796 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,879 | $610,900 | $0 | $610,900 |
| 2024 | $3,514 | $593,600 | $0 | $593,600 |
| 2023 | $3,546 | $605,200 | $0 | $605,200 |
| 2022 | $3,598 | $607,800 | $0 | $607,800 |
| 2021 | $3,522 | $602,000 | $0 | $602,000 |
| 2020 | $3,417 | $594,300 | $0 | $594,300 |
| 2019 | $3,271 | $550,700 | $0 | $550,700 |
| 2018 | $3,175 | $504,700 | $0 | $504,700 |
| 2017 | $2,831 | $436,200 | $0 | $436,200 |
| 2016 | $2,674 | $382,500 | $0 | $382,500 |
| 2015 | $2,643 | $338,000 | $0 | $338,000 |
| 2014 | $2,599 | $310,100 | $0 | $310,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lu Ouyang
-
Bonny Lamb
Seller's Agent in 2016
Bonny Lamb
Compass
(617) 803-8080
8 in this area
38 Total Sales
About Puritan Arms
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72003790
APN: CAMB-000172-000000-000065-000505
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