986 Memorial Drive # 204, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$1,999,000
Track this home for price, status, and open-house alerts.
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,575,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,999,000
Difference:
+$424,000 (+26.9%)
Performance Metrics
126.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
6
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,048
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,330
This property sold for $1,330 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 26.9% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 6 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Harvard Square - Located in a classic pre-war brick building along the Charles River, is this spacious & elegant 2-bedroom, 2 bathroom cooperative apartment with river views. Ideal for gracious entertaining - 20 foot living room with fireplace which flows into a handsome 18 foot dining room, butlers pantry and an eat-in kitchen. Beautifully appointed with custom built-ins throughout, deep crown molding and central air. The Longview co-op amenities include elevator, professionally management & a live in superintendent.
View in the App
Save this property, schedule tours instantly, and get alerts when the price drops
Scan with phone
Public Records & Permits
Log in to view assessor & tax records, ownership history, and recent building permits for this property.
BMN Estimate
Get the number an algorithm can't give you
A free agent CMA factors in condition, upgrades, and the street — the things comps alone can't see.
Recently Sold Nearby
Property History
Market Insights
27.7%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73573766
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Sep 9, 2026
$1,445,000
MLS #73573766 - Active
Previous Transaction - MLS #72573705
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Feb 6, 2020
$1,675,000
MLS #72573705
Sold
Oct 30, 2018
$1,999,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
Listed for Sale
Sep 12, 2018
$1,575,000
Original listing
Agent: Gail Roberts
Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $1,445,000 | - | - | MLS #73573766 - Active |
| 02/06/2020 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $1,675,000 | - | - | MLS #72573705 |
| 10/30/2018 | ✓ Sold | $1,999,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/12/2018 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,575,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $6,069 | $0 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,069
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$1,443
Monthly
Assessed Value
$0
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Stock Cooperative
Year Built
1917
Living Area
1,503 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
5
Interior
Heating
Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,069
Assessed Value
0.00
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$1,443 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities
Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
54
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Co-op Fee Includes Real Estate Taxes. Unit 204 Has A 1.734% Interest In The Co-op. Rentals Prohibited. Buyer Pays 1-time Transaction Fee Of 1.5% Of Purchase Price, Payable To Longview Corporation At Closing, Plus Longview Attorney’s Fee. Max 49% Of Purchase Price.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
204
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
7 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Stock Cooperative
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1917
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,503 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
1
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1917
Effective Year (Renovated):
1953
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Frame
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling:
Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
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:
Waterfront:
Yes
Waterfront Type:
Waterfront, River
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
St. Peter Elementary School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
1.1 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.3 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
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.4 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
Fayerweather Street School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.1 mi
Grades 01-12
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.7 mi
|
#238 of 825
|
Score: 52.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
323 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.8 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.3 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
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.7 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
2.0 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
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.3 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.4 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.1 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
Learn about these ratings
Location
Loading map...
Neighborhood
Harvard Square
986 Memorial Drive # 204, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Gail Roberts
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge
Office Phone
617-864-4430
Agent MLS ID
BB904280
Office MLS ID
BB2438
Listing Data Updated
Oct 30, 2018 4:20 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.
Contact Us
Ask about this property — free, no obligation.
Similar Homes for Sale
Comparable Properties
Customize Comparable Search
Finding comparable properties...
Loading market insights for Cambridge.