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1600 Massachusetts Avenue # 203, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$840,000
Est. $5,195/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,114
Sq Ft
$754
Price/Sq Ft
1982
Year Built
24
Days on Market
Closed Listed Feb 25, 2016 • MLS# 71963183 Copied!

About this home

Harvard Square! East facing unit with great light and expansive living area. Attractive professionally managed complex with live-in superintendent. This condo unit features easy living with air conditioning, wood burning fireplace, in unit laundry and a balcony. Master bedroom ensuite with walk in closet. Family bath across from second bedroom. Newly painted interior and newer HVAC system. Deeded parking. Across from Harvard Law School and short distance to Harvard Square MBTA, restaurants, shopping, and the Charles River. Unit is currently rented until May 31, 2016.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner WU, DAVID
Mailing Address C/O EDWARD T. WU, CONCORD, MA, 01742

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $1,180,000
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $6,915
CPA Surcharge 3% ($190)
Estimated Annual Tax $7,105

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $1,180,000 $1,180,000

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Apr 15, 2025 $100 83969/0154
Mar 31, 2025 $950,000 83911/0093
Oct 16, 2024 $1,160,000 83355/0234
Aug 20, 2024 $1 83145/0120
Jul 23, 2024 $965,000 83034/0244
Dec 15, 2023 $1 82315/0165
Jun 15, 2023 $971,000 81656/0209
Feb 25, 2022 $1 79739/0235
Dec 31, 2021 $1 79466/0269
Nov 1, 2021 $900,000 79040/0238
May 27, 2021 $1,075,000 77874/0305
Apr 6, 2021 $10 77441/0258
Dec 4, 2020 $1,090,000 76339/0044
Oct 30, 2020 $1,142,000 76031/0030
Oct 23, 2020 $880,000 75973/0552
Aug 16, 2018 $1,015,000 71484/0460
Jun 20, 2018 $940,000 71184/0086
May 30, 2018 $881,000 71078/0225
May 29, 2018 $1 71067/0562
Apr 6, 2018 $790,000 70839/0526
Nov 9, 2017 $100 70205/0295
Sep 15, 2017 $100 69937/0151
Jun 27, 2017 $850,000 69506/0550
Dec 11, 2015 $1 66511/0430
Nov 3, 2015 $1 66326/0486
May 1, 2015 $714,675 65302/0296
Aug 1, 2014 $766,000 64013/0091
Dec 21, 2012 $1 60791/0092
Apr 13, 2012 $585,000 58888/0390
May 13, 2011 $10 56851/0537
May 5, 2011 $1 56821/0587
Feb 25, 2010 $466,000 54335/0020
Sep 19, 2008 $542,000 51698/0534
Jul 16, 2008 $569,000 51448/0551
Feb 1, 2008 $1 50673/0246
Dec 23, 2004 $245,000 44357/0429
Aug 27, 2004 $1 43604/0116
Feb 20, 2003 $398,000 38043/0349
Aug 9, 2000 $142,500 31697/0373
Feb 26, 1998 $450,000 28229/0377
Jul 8, 1994 $1 25411/0486
May 12, 1994 $210,000 24529/0361
Jun 11, 1993 $220,000 23261/0210
Aug 16, 1988 $225,000 19272/0445
Apr 22, 1987 $225,000 18049/0539
Feb 18, 1987 $220,000 17876/0002
Nov 9, 1984 $1 15872/0015

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: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1982
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,114 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $795,000
Final Sale Price: $840,000
Difference: +$45,000 (+5.7%)
Performance Metrics
105.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
24
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $714
Sale $/sq ft: $754
This property sold for $754 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 24 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 17 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$754/sq ft
Area Average
$313/sq ft
Difference
+141.2%

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

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1982
Living Area 1,114 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Building
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features Off Street, Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric 110 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $4,390
Assessed Value $628,100

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1982
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

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

Location

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Neighborhood

1600 Massachusetts Avenue # 203, 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
St. Peter Elementary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.1 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
Shady Hill School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
1.3 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.3 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Maria L. Baldwin School
0.3 mi | #55 of 824 | Score: 62.0
Dropped 52 spots from last year
+3.8 above state avg
360 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.1 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.9 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.0 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
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.6 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
1.9 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.5 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.0 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

6.5%
Price Range
25
Total Days on Market
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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #72146566
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🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 27, 2017
$850,000
MLS #72146566
Sold
Jun 1, 2016
$840,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 25
Sold
Jun 1, 2016
$840,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 25
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Listed for Sale
Feb 25, 2016
$795,000
Original listing
Agent: Charles Smith Office: Hammond Real Estate
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Listed for Sale
Feb 25, 2016
$795,000
Original listing
Office: Hammond Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 11, 2026 Sold $4,200
Jun 27, 2017 Sold $850,000
Feb 25, 2016 New Listing Added $795,000
Feb 25, 2016 New Listing Added $795,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
24 days
Price per Sq Ft
$754

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $4,390 $628,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,390
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$382
Per month
Assessed Value
$628,100

Listing Information

Listing Agent Charles Smith
Listing Office Hammond Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB901258
Office MLS ID BB1745
Listing Data Updated Jun 2, 2016 10:14 AM 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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