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50 Follen St. # 506, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$878,000
Est. $5,465/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
800
Sq Ft
$1,098
Price/Sq Ft
1925
Year Built
102
Days on Market
Closed Listed Nov 29, 2023 • MLS# 73183697 Copied!

About this home

ONE CAR DEEDED PARKING included in this top floor corner unit near Harvard Square. Full of natural light, there are expansive views of Cambridge Common, Harvard Yard, and the Boston skyline. Hardwood floors throughout and a new kitchen with gas stove and eat-in area. The large corner bedroom includes a walk-in closet, and the spacious living room can comfortably accommodate options for dining. The unit has laundry hook up and a new mini split. Located in an elevator building that is professionally managed. Harvard Law School is within 1/4 mile and Lesley University, Radcliffe Quadrangle, Harvard Yard, and Harvard Graduate School of Education are within 1/3 mile. Near public transportation: under 1/2 mile to the Red Line MBTA and multiple buses within 1 block.

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1925
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
800 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
5

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $949,000
Final Sale Price: $878,000
Difference: $71,000 (-7.5%)
Performance Metrics
92.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
102
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,186
Sale $/sq ft: $1,098
This property sold for $1,098 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.5% below the original asking price.

At 102 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 13 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,098/sq ft
Area Average
$285/sq ft
Difference
+284.9%

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 1925
Living Area 800 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Central, Steam, Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Courtyard, City View(s), Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street, Deeded, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $3,959
Assessed Value $668,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: N
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1925
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Steam, Heat Pump
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Unit Control
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Courtyard, City View(s), Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

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

Special Features

View: Yes
View Type: City
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, House of Worship, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Harvard Square

50 Follen St. # 506, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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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

3 schools
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.3 mi | #242 of 824 | Score: 52.7
Improved 3 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
367 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A+
Maria L. Baldwin School
0.4 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
St. Peter Elementary School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

3 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.4 mi
Grades 08-12
F
Full Circle High School
1.4 mi | #344 of 346 | Score: 17.3
Improved 22 spots from last year
-40.9 below state avg
67 students Diverse
Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

1.2%
Price Range
150
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 23, 2024
$878,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 150
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Listed for Sale
Nov 29, 2023
$889,000
Original listing
Agent: The Toland Team Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Nov 29, 2023 New Listing Added $889,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
102 days
Price per Sq Ft
$1,098

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $3,959 $668,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,959
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$495
Monthly
Assessed Value
$668,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent The Toland Team
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID TM334219
Office MLS ID AN5429
Listing Data Updated May 23, 2024 1:39 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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