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1600 Massachusetts Ave # 602, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$790,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
915
Sq Ft
$863
Price/Sq Ft
1082
Year Built
1
Parking
11
Days on Market
Closed Listed Mar 14, 2018 • MLS# 72293401 Copied! • Updated Apr 12, 2018

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $729,000
Final Sale Price: $790,000
Difference: +$61,000 (+8.4%)
Performance Metrics
108.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $797
Sale $/sq ft: $863
This property sold for $863 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.4% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 11 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
$863/sq ft
Area Average
$237/sq ft
Difference
+264.4%

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

About this home

Open Thurs.11-Noon, Friday 5-6 p.m and Sunday 1-3 p.m. Harvard Square Condo on the sixth floor of an elevator building with a private balcony overlooking Chauncy Street and a private outdoor exclusive parking space #51.Central Air Conditioning. In-unit laundry and 1.5 baths. The half bath is off the Master bedroom. Galley style kitchen with pass through opening. Generous closet space. Open living dining area with great views off the balcony. In-house Super. Very few of these come up in the building. This is an end unit that only abuts one other unit. Sliding glass door on to the balcony. The unit is currently leased until August 31st for $2,900. Good for an investor or if you are currently in a lease through the summer or need to sell your home to move into the City. Good price will go quickly...

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Property History

Market Insights

99.5%
Price Range
12
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73544721
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏡
Currently Listed
Jul 5, 2026
$3,700
MLS #73544721 - Active
Sold
Apr 7, 2018
$790,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 12
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Listed for Sale
Mar 14, 2018
$729,000
Original listing
Agent: The LIV Group Office: ePlace

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $3,592 $553,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,592
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$406
Monthly
Assessed Value
$553,500

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1082
Living Area 915 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Has Garage Yes
Features Assigned, Off Street, Paved, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 1
Electric Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range
Annual Tax $3,592
Assessed Value $553,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $406 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 23
Pets No
Seller Disclosures Tenant Currently Occupying Leased Through Aug. 31, 2018 For $2, 900 Per Month.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["High-Rise"]
Unit/Building 602
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 12 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1082
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
915 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
8
Entry Level
6

Room Details

Other Floor

Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1082
Structure Type: High-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 8

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Assigned, Off Street, Paved, Exclusive Parking
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
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.0 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
Shady Hill School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
1.3 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
1.3 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Maria L. Baldwin School
0.3 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
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.1 mi
Grades 01-06
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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.0 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
1.6 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
1.9 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.5 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.0 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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Neighborhood

Harvard Square

1600 Massachusetts Ave # 602, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Listing Information

Listing Agent The LIV Group
Agent MLS ID TM317488
Office MLS ID BB3282
Listing Data Updated Apr 12, 2018 3:06 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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