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280 Harvard St, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$915,200
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,047
Sq Ft
$874
Price/Sq Ft
1978
Year Built
1
Garage Space
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 3, 2018 • MLS# 72302341 Copied! • Updated May 6, 2018

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $799,000
Final Sale Price: $915,200
Difference: +$116,200 (+14.5%)
Performance Metrics
114.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $763
Sale $/sq ft: $874
This property sold for $874 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 14.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 19 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
$874/sq ft
Area Average
$314/sq ft
Difference
+178.0%

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

About this home

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a 2 bedrooms Penthouse with a magnificent 800SF terrace with Panoramic views of Boston and Cambridge. Centrally located in mid-Cambridge, this home as it all; Breathtaking views from every window, open and bright modern floor plan, Renovated Kitchen and bath, central air, good closet. and a 94 Walking scores. Professionally managed, pet-friendly, elevator building with a deeded garage parking space and an extra storage unit. Perfectly situated between MIT and Harvard. Blocks to Red Line T, Restaurants, Wholefoods and easy access to Boston, Mass Pike & the Charles River. OPEN HOUSE Friday 5-6:30 Sat./Sun 11:30-1:30. Call now!

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Property History

Market Insights

29.4%
Price Range
22
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73429086
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Oct 1, 2025
$1,132,000
MLS #73429086
Sold
May 4, 2018
$915,200
Property sold
Days on Market: 22
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 4, 2018
$799,000
Original listing
Agent: Melanie Collard Office: William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $4,528 $697,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,528
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$460
Monthly
Assessed Value
$697,700

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1978
Living Area 1,047 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Deeded
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $4,528
Assessed Value $697,700

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $460 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Landscaping, Snow Removal
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building PHC
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Sq Ft Disclosures Plus an 810sf outdoor space off the living room and a 52sf deck off the 2nd bedroom
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 22 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1978
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,047 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
7

Room Details

Other Floor

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

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1978
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck, Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Deeded

Nearby Schools

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Neighborhood

280 Harvard St, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Listing Information

Listing Agent Melanie Collard
Listing Office William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Office Phone 617-266-5200
Agent MLS ID BB802701
Office MLS ID AC1396
Listing Data Updated May 6, 2018 10:49 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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