61 Garfield Street # 14, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$472,983
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,030
Sq Ft
$459
Price/Sq Ft
1910
Year Built
Condominium
Type
24
Days on Market
Sold Listed Oct 20, 2008 • MLS# 70836624 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $499,000
Final Sale Price: $472,983
Difference: $26,017 (-5.2%)
Performance Metrics
94.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
24
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $484
Sale $/sq ft: $459
This property sold for $459 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.2% below the original asking price.

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

About this home

Top floor unit in classic Harlow Bldg, Character, charm & light abound. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths (one w/ shower, other with soaking tub), fireplaced living room, in-unit laundry, granite & stainless kitchen, large closets with organizers, blt-in bookshelf. Welcoming entry hall serves as 6th room/study. Extra storage in basement. Excellent location between Harvard & Porter Squares, Harvard Law, public transportation, restaurants and shops. Unit placement is at back of building. A wonderful home.

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Property History

Market Insights

59.6%
Price Range
25
Total Days on Market
2
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73506427
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 17, 2026
$830,000
MLS #73506427
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Sold
Dec 12, 2008
$472,983
Property sold
Days on Market: 25
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Listed for Sale
Oct 20, 2008
$484,000
Original listing
Agent: Thomas Hevey Office: Lawndale Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #30362310
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jan 31, 2000
$335,000
MLS #30362310
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Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2008 $2,700 $366,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$2,700
Tax Year 2008
HOA Fee
$321
Per month
Assessed Value
$366,900

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1910
Living Area 1,030 sq ft
Stories 1
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup
Features Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water, City/town Sewer
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Dryer
Annual Tax $2,700
Assessed Value $366,900

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $321
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water, Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures Condo Fee To Increase 5%, Nat. Gas Available To Unit
Exclusions See Listing Agent
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 14
Sq Ft Source Other
Documents Master Deed, Management Association Bylaws (2)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 25 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1910
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,030 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1910
Effective Year (Renovated): 1976
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water, City/Town Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping
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
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.9 mi | #105 of 825 | Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.4 mi | #246 of 346 | Score: 47.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
Shady Hill School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
1.5 mi | #46 of 352 | Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Maria L. Baldwin School
0.1 mi | #47 of 825 | Score: 62.5
Dropped 44 spots from last year
+4.3 above state avg
385 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.8 mi | #66 of 352 | Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.2 mi | #104 of 352 | Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.6 mi | #207 of 352 | Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.9 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.6 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.0 mi | #205 of 346 | Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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61 Garfield Street # 14, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Listing Information

Listing Agent Thomas Hevey
Listing Office Lawndale Realty
Office Phone 617-484-0331
Agent MLS ID BB921118
Office MLS ID BB9090
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 6:45 AM EDT
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