1697 Cambridge Street # 39, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$620,000
Est. $3,300/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
774
Sq Ft
$801
Price/Sq Ft
1940
Year Built
Condominium
Type
15
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73295711

About this home

Top floor, south-facing condo moments to Harvard Square! Great layout with lots of windows and stunning natural light. A welcoming entry foyer leads into a large living room showcasing hardwood floors & scenic views overlooking the treetops & steeples of historic Harvard Sq. Through the living room is the kitchen which features gas cooking, original glass door cabinets and a spacious dining nook that could double as a home office. On the other side of the living room is a large bedroom, along with a full bathroom. Unbeatable location just a block from Memorial Hall, Harvard Museums, and Harvard Yard. Close to public transportation, graduate campuses, Cambridge Public Library, and so much more. Professionally managed association with healthy reserves. Condo fee includes heat & hot water + professional management. Rare opportunity this close to Harvard SQ.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $629,900
Final Sale Price: $620,000
Difference: $9,900 (-1.6%)
Performance Metrics
98.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
15
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $814
Sale $/sq ft: $801
This property sold for $801 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.6% below the original asking price.

With only 15 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
774 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Interior Features

Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Window Unit(s), None
Has Cooling
No
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Freezer
Laundry Features
Common Area, In Building
Basement Details
Y

Exterior & Structure

Roof
Rubber
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Parking & Garage

Has Garage
No

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
60 Amps/Less

Community & HOA

HOA Fee
$487
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Association Amenities
Hot Water, Storage
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$3,817
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$644,800
Parcel Number
409669
Zoning
RES

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
Yes
Disclosures
Sq Ft figure is from city records and master deed. Buyer/Buyer Agent to confirm all information and measurements. Legal address is 1697 Cambridge St #39, but unit labeled and known within building as 1697 Cambridge #12A.

Location

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Neighborhood

Harvard Square

1697 Cambridge Street # 39, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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Schools

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Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $318
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $487
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

1.6%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Nov 19, 2024
$620,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Oct 2, 2024
$629,900
Original listing
Agent: Tim McDonald Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Oct 2, 2024 New Listing Added $629,900

Market Statistics

Days on Market
15 days
Price per Sq Ft
$801

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $3,817 $644,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,817
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$487
Monthly
Assessed Value
$644,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Tim McDonald
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID CN223629
Office MLS ID AN4873

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