280 Harvard St # 1A, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139 • Harvard Square
$775,000
$719,000
Est. $4,768/month
About this home
Located on Harvard Street between Central and Inman Squares, this corner unit offers 876 sq. ft. of well-designed living space in a professionally managed elevator building. The floor-through layout features two bedrooms, a full bath, a bonus half bath, and an open-concept living and dining area leading to a private balcony. Enjoy abundant natural light, gas heat, central A/C, and updated flooring. Additional amenities include one deeded off-street parking space, exclusive storage, common laundry, a bike rack, and a secure lobby for package deliveries. The monthly condo fee includes heat and hot water. With easy access to Harvard, MIT, Kendall, and Union Squares, this home is ideal for both owner-occupants and investors seeking a low-maintenance unit in the heart of Cambridge. Tenants have renewed their lease until 08/31/2027 for $3750/month starting from 9/1/2026
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
7.2%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jun 1, 2026
$719,000
$56,000
(-7.23%)
From $775,000 to $719,000 (-7.2%)
Listed for Sale
Mar 18, 2026
$775,000
Original listing
Agent: Siyin Qu
Office: eXp Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $719,000 | $56,000 | - | From $775,000 to $719,000 (-7.2%) |
| 03/18/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $775,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,520 | $694,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$4,520
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$556
Monthly
Assessed Value
$694,000
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1978
Living Area
876 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Porch
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Porch
Parking
Features
None
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$4,520
Assessed Value
$694,000
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$556 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
15
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
1A
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
134 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1978
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
876 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
876 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPorch
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Wood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1978
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Porch
Patio & Porch:
Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
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
Elementary Schools
3 schools
A
John M Tobin School
0.1 mi
|
#137 of 824
|
Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.2 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-
Cambridgeport School
0.3 mi
|
#212 of 824
|
Score: 54.3
Improved 94 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
263 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
3 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.5 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
0.7 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
0.9 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
High Schools
3 schools
NuVu Innovation School
0.4 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.0 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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Harvard Square
280 Harvard St # 1A, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Siyin Qu
Listing Office
eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
Office Phone
888-854-7493
Agent MLS ID
CN221841
Office MLS ID
AC0342
Listing Data Updated
Jul 30, 2026 12:23 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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