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950 Massachusetts Avenue # 617, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Harvard Square
$625,500
1
Beds
1
Baths
603
Sq Ft
$1,037
Price/Sq Ft
1989
Year Built
1
Garage Space
11
Days on Market
Closed Listed Jul 25, 2019 • MLS# 72539765 Copied! • Updated Sep 3, 2019

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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$1,037/sq ft
Area Average
$246/sq ft
Difference
+322.0%

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

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

99.4%
Price Range
12
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73545307
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jul 6, 2026
$3,600
MLS #73545307 - Active
Sold
Sep 3, 2019
$625,500
Property sold
Days on Market: 12
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Listed for Sale
Jul 25, 2019
$610,000
Original listing
Agent: Brett Neumeister Office: Neumeister Realty, LLC

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
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Deeded, On Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
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
Seller Disclosures Residential Tax Exemption Is Not Included In Taxes.
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
For Sale
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
603 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
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

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
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
2.8 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
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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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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