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950 Massachusetts Ave # 2B, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$695,500
2
Beds
1
Baths
851
Sq Ft
$817
Price/Sq Ft
1989
Year Built
1
Garage Space
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 10, 2016 • MLS# 71969885 Copied! • Updated May 30, 2016

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $669,900
Final Sale Price: $695,500
Difference: +$25,600 (+3.8%)
Performance Metrics
103.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $787
Sale $/sq ft: $817
This property sold for $817 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$817/sq ft
Area Average
$267/sq ft
Difference
+205.5%

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

About this home

Location, Location, Location! This condo is located on the 2nd floor of Bay Square Condominiums. It’s in a great location situated between Harvard and Central Square. Close to red line T stops, major highways, universities, shopping and restaurants. Generous living / dining room with southern exposure. Fully equipped European galley kitchen with electric stove and ceramic tiled flooring. Master suite with Jack and Jill bathroom and walk-in closet. Full service desirable building with underground parking, locker rooms with showers, saunas, heated outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, gym and 24 hours concierge. The building is impeccably maintained with professional management and on-site staff live-in superintendent. Right in front of the building are buses that will take you to MIT and the Harvard Medical School. Bay Square is a newer well-kept 7 floor building with 113 units with elevator access. A great buy for the money…come see for yourself! Offers are due Tuesday at 12:00pm!

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Property History

Market Insights

3.7%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 27, 2016
$695,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
Sold
May 27, 2016
$695,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 10, 2016
$669,900
Original listing
Agent: Karen Morgan Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 10, 2016
$669,900
Original listing
Agent: Karen Morgan Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $4,074 $568,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,074
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$699
Monthly
Assessed Value
$568,700

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1989
Living Area 851 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Electric, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Heat Pump, Individual, Unit Control
Flooring Tile, Carpet
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry First Floor, Common Area
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Fenced Yard, Screens, Professional Landscaping
Pool Association, In Ground, Heated
Spa None
Fencing Security, Fenced
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Assigned
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range
Annual Tax $4,074
Assessed Value $568,700

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $699 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Hot Water, Pool, Laundry, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Sauna/steam, Storage, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 57
Pets No
Seller Disclosures The Association Charges A $500 Move-in Fee // Smoking Is Not Permitted In Building Or Grounds // Common Laundry Operated By Smart Card // No Pets Are Permitted // Garage Parking Space Is Located In Green Street Garage -- Space Ga1 // Storage Is Located In Lower Garage// Non - Smoking Bldg
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["High-Rise"]
Unit/Building 2B
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements (6)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 7 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
851 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Room Details

Second Floor

Bathroom1
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bedroom2
Living Room
Master Bedroom

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Carpet
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
Basement: N
Laundry: First Floor, Common Area
Security: Intercom, TV Monitor, Concierge

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1989
Structure Type: High-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Electric, Individual, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Heat Pump, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Security, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Assigned
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
A
Amigos School
0.4 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
0.5 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.0 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.6 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.2 mi | #22 of 824 | Score: 64.5
Improved 21 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
340 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.2 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
1.0 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
1.2 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.9 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
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.3 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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950 Massachusetts Ave # 2B, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Listing Information

Listing Agent Karen Morgan
Agent MLS ID BB903356
Office MLS ID BB2438
Listing Data Updated May 30, 2016 12:59 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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