8 Leonard Ave # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$980,000
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,056
Sq Ft
$928
Price/Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
1
Garage Space
26
Days on Market
Sold Listed Feb 27, 2025 • MLS# 73339111 Copied! • Updated Apr 11, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $980,000
Final Sale Price: $980,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
26
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $928
Sale $/sq ft: $928
This property sold for $928 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 26 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

About this home

A rare find! Discover this stunning condo in the heart of Mid-Cambridge, a much sought-after neighborhood ideally located between Harvard, Inman and Union Squares. This elegant unit boasting high ceilings & distinctive milwork, the perfect blend of modern comfort & historic charm. Enjoy your own private entryway w/foyer & gracious staircase.The unit’s open floorplan seamlessly connects a light-filled Living Room w/spacious Dining & Kitchen areas.The well-appointed Kitchen offers a gas range & hood,stainless appliances, butcher block surfaces & ample storage. Both Bedrooms are generously sized w/large windows for natural light. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit Laundry. And your own private 2nd story porch is ideal for morning coffee. Added features include new custom lighting, new custom blinds w/plantation shutters, newly painted interior and an all-new electrical system & wiring.This sweet condo also offers 2 off-street parking spots (including one garaged spot). Basement storage too!

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Property History

Market Insights

0.5%
Price Range
28
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Sold
Apr 11, 2025
$980,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 28
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Listed for Sale
Feb 27, 2025
$980,000
Original listing
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Plymouth
Previous Transaction - MLS #72953834
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Apr 22, 2022
$975,000
MLS #72953834

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $6,114 $962,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,114
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$175
Monthly
Assessed Value
$962,900

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 1,056 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, First Floor, In Unit
Features Lighting - Pendant, Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Wood, Screens, Rain Gutters
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Exterior, Deck - Wood
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Deeded, Assigned, Off Street, Paved
Total Spaces 2
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $6,114
Assessed Value $962,900

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $175 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Seller Disclosures Seller Is Open To Contributing To Buyer Broker Compensation. (2024)major Electrical System Upgrade, Including New Wiring. (2020)new Roof. Furnace & Hot Water Tank <7 Yrs Old Per Former Owner.
Exclusions Sellers Personal Property Unless Noted On The Listing.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Sq Ft Disclosures Fireplace for decorative purposes only.
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Master Plan (3)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 28 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,056 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Lighting - Pendant, Entrance Foyer
Windows: Screens
Basement: Y
Laundry: Laundry Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1900
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Electric
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Wood, Screens, Rain Gutters
Patio & Porch: Deck - Exterior, Deck - Wood
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Deeded, Assigned, Off Street, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.6 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
A
Amigos School
0.9 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.8 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.
2.3 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John M Tobin School
0.3 mi | #137 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.7 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.7 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
0.8 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
1.1 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
1.6 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
NuVu Innovation School
0.8 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.9 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.2 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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8 Leonard Ave # 2, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Listing Information

Listing Agent Dina Nichols
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Plymouth
Office Phone 508-746-0051
Agent MLS ID CN200119
Office MLS ID AN6232
Listing Data Updated Apr 11, 2025 5:04 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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