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14 Ware St # 44, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$700,000
Est. $4,421/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
660
Sq Ft
$1,061
Price/Sq Ft
1920
Year Built
14
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 12, 2024 • MLS# 73223528 Copied!

About this home

One bedroom condominium home offers you the perfect balance of urban life combined with the ultimate convenience of Harvard Square. Situated on the TOP floor of a classic brick ELEVATOR building just one block from Harvard Yard, this residence boasts a spacious living and dining area with fresh paint and sun dabbled hardwood floors. The generously sized bedroom features ample closet space and attractive views of a hidden garden courtyard. This wonderful unit comes with off-street PARKING and an amazing location about .4 miles to Red Line public transportation. Shopping, restaurants, and entertainment are almost at your doorstep. Low HOA fees include heat & hot water. Welcome home to 14 Ware Street!

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner BOOKMAN, MURRAY C.
Mailing Address 1879 ARDSLEY DR, MARIETTA, GA, 30062

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $618,400
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $3,624
CPA Surcharge 3% ($91)
Estimated Annual Tax $3,715

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $618,400 $618,400

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jun 13, 2025 $100 00175/0063
Jun 2, 2025 $1 00175/0031
May 3, 2024 $700,000 00171/0169
Mar 21, 2024 $725,000 00171/0102
Jun 23, 2023 $100 00169/0047
Feb 1, 2023 $100 00168/0020
Jul 1, 2022 $711,000 00166/0028
May 29, 2022 $810,000 00165/0138
Jan 4, 2022 $100 00164/0070
Nov 9, 2021 $650,000 00163/0136
Aug 27, 2021 $643,000 00162/0186
Aug 4, 2021 $1 00162/0128
Jul 14, 2020 $33 75115/0352
Jul 20, 2016 $1 00140/0148
Oct 1, 2015 $505,000 00137/0030
Sep 22, 2015 $1 00137/0003
Dec 4, 2014 $1 00133/0022
Oct 20, 2014 $1 00132/0069
Aug 14, 2012 $376,000 00122/0004
Jul 23, 2012 $10 00121/0145
Jul 12, 2012 $385,000 00121/0117
Apr 10, 2012 $10 00120/0075
Dec 30, 2011 $1 00119/0077
Nov 17, 2011 $369,000 00118/0142
Jul 8, 2011 $360,000 00116/0054
Jun 30, 2011 $345,000 00116/0039
Jul 22, 2010 $320,000 00112/0146
Feb 27, 2008 $330,000 00103/0003
Nov 20, 2007 $330,000 00102/0041
May 15, 2007 $347,500 00099/0064
Jul 26, 2006 $334,000 00095/0026
Nov 30, 2004 $325,000 00086/0008
May 4, 2004 $308,000 00083/0036
Nov 21, 2003 $305,000 0U81/0102
Mar 6, 2003 $1 0U78/0049
Sep 27, 2002 $312,500 0U76/0168
Sep 19, 2002 $240,000 0U72/0036
Jul 22, 2002 $314,000 0U76/0020
Jul 11, 2000 $255,000 0U68/0179
Sep 1, 1998 $179,900 0U62/0128
Jul 28, 1997 $100,000 0U58/0151
Feb 14, 1997 $122,100 00000/0000
Jun 28, 1996 $112,000 0U55/0072
Dec 1, 1993 $105,000 0U47/0182
Aug 14, 1987 $87,000 0U29/0085
May 4, 1981 $21,250 00U6/0111

Municipal Context: CAMBRIDGE

Median Home Value $925,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,175
Residential Tax Rate $5.86/1000
CPA Surcharge 3%
County Middlesex
Match: geocode_proximity (82.4% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
660 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $660,000
Final Sale Price: $700,000
Difference: +$40,000 (+6.1%)
Performance Metrics
106.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,000
Sale $/sq ft: $1,061
This property sold for $1,061 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 23 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,061/sq ft
Area Average
$362/sq ft
Difference
+193.1%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1920
Living Area 660 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Central, Steam
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Wood, Tile
Appliances Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Courtyard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $3,383
Assessed Value $571,400

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1920
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Steam
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Courtyard
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned

Location

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Neighborhood

Harvard Square

14 Ware St # 44, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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Nearby Schools

School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.7 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
0.7 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.7 mi | #100 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.3 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.4 mi | #22 of 824 | Score: 64.5
Improved 21 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
340 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.4 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.1 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.3 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.6 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.9 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.5 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Property History

Market Insights

5.7%
Price Range
16
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 8, 2024
$700,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 16
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Listed for Sale
Apr 12, 2024
$660,000
Original listing
Agent: Catherine Luther Office: Channing Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 12, 2024 New Listing Added $660,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
14 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,061

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $3,383 $571,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,383
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$400
Monthly
Assessed Value
$571,400

Listing Information

Listing Agent Catherine Luther
Listing Office Channing Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB910292
Office MLS ID BB4044
Listing Data Updated May 9, 2024 12:54 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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