950 Massachusetts Avenue # 617, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139 • Harvard Square
$625,500
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$610,000
Final Sale Price:
$625,500
Difference:
+$15,500 (+2.5%)
Performance Metrics
102.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
11
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,012
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,037
This property sold for $1,037 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.5% 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.
About this home
This lovely front-facing top floor unit is located in one of Cambridge's most desirable full-service residential buildings. The luxurious Bay Square community is conveniently located in between vibrant Harvard & trendy Central Square, offering many amenities including a warm & spacious modern lobby, 24-hr concierge, exercise room, heated outdoor pool, sauna, hot tub, garden area and a live-in superintendent. This cozy one bed unit receives lots of sunlight with its northwestern exposure and has a relaxing feel with treetop views. This penthouse opens up to a large and bright living room with a kitchen on the right fitted with granite countertops and white cabinets. The nicely-sized bedroom completes this lovely unit with ample closet space. One deeded garage parking space and extra storage unit included. Bay Square is within close proximity to the Red Line, Memorial Drive, restaurants, bars, and many other local & cultural amenities. The building has professional management on-site.
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Property History
Market Insights
99.5%
Price Range
12
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73545307
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jul 6, 2026
$3,300
MLS #73545307 - Active
Sold
Sep 3, 2019
$625,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 12
Listed for Sale
Jul 25, 2019
$610,000
Original listing
Agent: Brett Neumeister
Office: Neumeister Realty, LLC
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/06/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $3,300 | - | - | MLS #73545307 - Active |
| 09/03/2019 | ✓ Sold | $625,500 | - | - | Property sold |
| 07/25/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $610,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $3,845 | $631,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,845
Tax Year 2019
HOA Fee
$641
Monthly
Assessed Value
$631,400
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1989
Living Area
603 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Concrete
Appliances
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace
None
Basement
N
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Block
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Patio - Enclosed, Hot Tub/spa
Pool
None
Spa
Hot Tub/spa
Fencing
Security
Patio/Porch
Patio - Enclosed
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Under, Deeded, On Street
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,845
Assessed Value
$631,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$641 Monthly
Fee Includes
Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Hot Water, Pool, Laundry, Elevator(s), Recreation Facilities, Fitness Center, Sauna/steam, Storage, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Residential Tax Exemption Is Not Included In Taxes.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
617
Sq Ft Source
Master Deed
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs (3)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
12 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
603 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
6
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
SpaHot Tub/Spa
Patio & porchPatio - Enclosed
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:
Tile, Carpet, Concrete
Appliances:
Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
N
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Intercom, Concierge
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1989
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Block
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Central
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio - Enclosed, Hot Tub/Spa
Patio & Porch:
Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Security
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Under, Deeded, On Street
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
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
2.8 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
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
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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Neighborhood
Harvard Square
950 Massachusetts Avenue # 617, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Agent MLS ID
BB985554
Office MLS ID
AN4382
Listing Data Updated
Sep 3, 2019 6:53 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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