$2,090,000
SOLD JUN 10, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,655 Sq Ft
$1,764/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,263 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

105 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Concierge
  • Fitness Center
  • Medical Services
  • Marina
  • Heated Indoor Pool
  • 1-minute walk to Charles River Reservation

About This Home

As of June 2025

Experience luxurious, scenic, and convenient living at The Esplanade in Cambridge, a landmark building designed by renowned architect Moshe Safdie. This beautiful 1655 sq. ft. apartment features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, sunny eat-in kitchen, dining room, and a spacious living room that opens to a triangular balcony overlooking the picturesque Charles River and a tree-lined park. A rare bonus: two deeded garage spaces. Residents enjoy first-class amenities, including an indoor pool, fitness center, sauna, and 24-hour concierge service, along with a dedicated, professional staff. Its prime location is just steps from vibrant Kendall Square, numerous top restaurants, two museums, MIT campus, an upscale shopping mall, and the MBTA station. A short walk across the Longfellow Bridge brings you to Beacon Hill and Massachusetts General Hospital. By car, you’re only minutes from downtown Boston, historic Charlestown, and Logan Airport.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Holleran Team

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 01/02/2025

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Michael George

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Godwin

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,398

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • Near Conservation Area

HOA Fees

  • $1,764 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Heated Garage
  • Guest Parking
  • Deeded Parking

Property Views

  • River
  • City

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,655 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Bay Window
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Area
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Door Monitored By TV

Pool

  • Heated Indoor Pool
  • Heated Lap Pool
  • Heated In Ground Pool

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Lottery Elementary And Middle School
  • Crls High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • 3 Cooling Zones
  • 3 Heating Zones
  • Heat Pump System
  • Hot Water Heating System

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Balcony

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block E506 / 17
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1217E506,399730

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, security, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, air conditioning, reserve funds
  • 203 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • The Esplanade Community

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • Doorman
  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Sauna
  • Clubhouse
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,398

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,764 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Entry Level: 5
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Entrance Foyer
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 209
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Walk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 238
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 81
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Jacuzzi / Whirlpool Soaking Tub
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Area: 40
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Lighting - Pendant
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 156
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Kitchen Island
  • Room Kitchen Area: 252
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 285
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Balcony - Exterior, Slider
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1655
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Entrance
  • Living Area: 1655
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1374.62
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1262.84
  • MAIN SO: BB5918
  • Insulation: Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, City View(s)
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Pool Features: Association, In Ground, Indoor, Heated, Lap
  • Roof: Rubber
  • View: City
  • View YN: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, River
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Under, Heated Garage, Deeded, Guest

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Fan Coil
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Electric, Fan Coil
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: TV Monitor, Doorman, Concierge, Security System
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 3
  • COOLING ZONES: 3

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Pool, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Sauna/Steam, Clubroom, Storage
  • Association Fee: 1764.06
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: E506
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - On Site, Owner Association

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Air Conditioning, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1217E506,399730
  • Zoning: C3A
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 156
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 11398.25
  • Tax Block: 17
  • Tax Book Number: 21975
  • Tax Lot: E506
  • Tax Map Number: 12

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 203
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 180
  • Waterview: River

MLS Schools

  • High School: Crls
  • Elementary School: Lottery
  • Middle Or Junior School: Lottery

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 1991
Sold by
75-83 Cambridge Pky Lp
Bought by
Sawyer Jeffrey A and Sawyer Helen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,000
Interest Rate
9.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $370,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $480,000 No Value Available
Closed $65,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/10/2025 06/10/25 Sold $2,090,000 -8.1% $1,263 / Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Pending -- -- --
01/02/2025 01/02/25 For Sale $2,275,000 -- $1,375 / 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 $11,398 $1,795,000 $0 $1,795,000
2024 $10,264 $1,733,700 $0 $1,733,700
2023 $10,012 $1,708,600 $0 $1,708,600
2022 $9,959 $1,682,200 $0 $1,682,200
2021 $9,928 $1,697,100 $0 $1,697,100
2020 $9,274 $1,612,900 $0 $1,612,900
2019 $8,910 $1,500,000 $0 $1,500,000
2018 $8,766 $1,393,600 $0 $1,393,600
2017 $8,499 $1,309,600 $0 $1,309,600
2016 $8,351 $1,194,700 $0 $1,194,700
2015 $8,285 $1,059,500 $0 $1,059,500
2014 $8,067 $962,600 $0 $962,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73373068

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000012-000000-000017-E000506