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1580 Massachusetts Ave # 5F, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$650,000
Est. $4,240/month
1
Beds
1
Baths
752
Sq Ft
$864
Price/Sq Ft
1978
Year Built
48
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 27, 2021 • MLS# 72900555 Copied!

About this home

Newly updated one bedroom one bathroom fifth floor condo unit with a deeded off-street parking space in an elevator building located directly across from Harvard Law School. Expansive living room with new flooring, brick fireplace and mantle, small corner nook great for a home office area, and sliding glass doors that lead to the covered balcony. Digital thermostat controls both heating and air conditioning. Excellent closet and storage space throughout. Kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances, updated cabinets, and garbage disposal. Large bedroom with great closet space and custom shelving. Bathroom is updated and modern. Excellent floor plan, lives well, and incredibly convenient location.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner ZATMAN, FRADA CAROL TRUSTEE OF
Mailing Address 1220 CHALET COURT, OSPREY, FL, 34229

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $783,600
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $4,592
CPA Surcharge 3% ($120)
Estimated Annual Tax $4,712

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $783,600 $783,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Dec 11, 2023 $100 00170/0148
May 30, 2023 $1 00169/0001
Oct 13, 2022 $900,000 00167/0045
Jul 27, 2022 $1 00166/0074
Nov 15, 2021 $650,000 00163/0146
May 6, 2021 $951,100 00161/0073
Apr 9, 2021 $907,000 00161/0013
Jun 16, 2020 $10 01558/0162
Jun 8, 2018 $10 00149/0131
Nov 10, 2017 $749,900 00147/0078

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Apr 29, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
1. Demolition & Removal• Remove and dispose of the existing railing and carpeting.• Remove existing small cabinet2. Fabrication &…
By Frame Shops of Westchester Inc. - DBA -CertaPro Painters of Boston/South Shore
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1159230
Open $12,000
Apr 26, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
INSTALL 1 PATIO DOOR FOR REPLACEMENT NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES
By THREE SONS WINDOWS AND DOORS
Permit #qu2z-8suj:165619
Open $5,165
Nov 16, 2020 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Remodel 2 bathrooms.Replace kitchen cabinets and countertops.
By MCK Remodeling & Painting Inc.
Permit #qu2z-8suj:98405
Closed $44,000
Data: City of Cambridge Open Data (data.cambridgema.gov)

Municipal Context: CAMBRIDGE

Median Home Value $925,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,175
Residential Tax Rate $5.86/1000
CPA Surcharge 3%
County Middlesex
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1978
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
752 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
5

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,000
Final Sale Price: $650,000
Difference: $49,000 (-7.0%)
Performance Metrics
93.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
48
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $930
Sale $/sq ft: $864
This property sold for $864 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 7.0% below the original asking price.

The property spent 48 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

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

This Property
$864/sq ft
Area Average
$215/sq ft
Difference
+301.1%

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

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1978
Living Area 752 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Unit Control
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned, Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $3,559
Assessed Value $608,300

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Unit Control
Cooling Zones: 1
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

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

1580 Massachusetts Ave # 5F, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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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
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
1.1 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-
Graham and Parks School
0.3 mi | #242 of 824 | Score: 52.7
Improved 3 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
367 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.1 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.9 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
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
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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Property History

Market Insights

99.5%
Price Range
67
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73539200
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Currently Listed
Jun 20, 2026
$3,200
MLS #73539200 - Active
Sold
Nov 16, 2021
$650,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 67
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Listed for Sale
Sep 27, 2021
$679,000
Original listing
Agent: John Gambone Office: Leverage Real Estate, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Jun 20, 2026 Sold $3,200
Sep 27, 2021 New Listing Added $679,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
48 days
Price per Sq Ft
$864

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2021 $3,559 $608,300

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,559
Tax Year 2021
HOA Fee
$457
Monthly
Assessed Value
$608,300

Listing Information

Listing Office Leverage Real Estate, LLC
Agent MLS ID CN238507
Office MLS ID AN6070
Listing Data Updated Nov 18, 2021 8:54 AM EST
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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