Dimensions11 x 8
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelFirst
280 Harvard Street, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
$1,132,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$1,048,000
Final Sale Price:
$1,132,000
Difference:
+$84,000 (+8.0%)
Performance Metrics
108.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$940
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,015
This property sold for $1,015 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 8.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 9 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
About this home
Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a Penthouse with a magnificent 950+ sq ft private deck and panoramic views. Imagine mornings that begin with coffee as the Boston skyline awakens before you, and evenings that end with glowing sunsets over Cambridge. Inside, walls of glass keep you connected to the sky, filling every room with light and sweeping vistas. With 2 bedrooms, a spacious bath, hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, garage parking, and private storage, this Penthouse is both polished and well-appointed. The pet-friendly building has seen important updates, including a new roof, while the sellers went a step further and replaced the entire deck in 2024. The common areas are next on the list, and the sellers are open to help defray the cost of a future assessment. Just behind Central Sq, you’re moments from MIT, Harvard, Whole Foods, cafés & the Red Line. And at the end of the day, it all comes back to that extraordinary private deck and the views that make this a magical spot.
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Property History
Market Insights
19.2%
Price Range
10
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Sold
Oct 1, 2025
$1,132,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 10
Listed for Sale
Sep 10, 2025
$1,048,000
Original listing
Agent: The May Group
Office: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Previous Transaction - MLS #72302341
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 4, 2018
$915,200
MLS #72302341
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 | ✓ Sold | $1,132,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 09/10/2025 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,048,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 05/04/2018 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $915,200 | - | - | MLS #72302341 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,351 | $974,000 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$6,351
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$665
Monthly
Assessed Value
$974,000
Facts & Features
1 Car Garage
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1978
Living Area
1,115 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Interior
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Vinyl
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
First Floor, In Unit
Features
Open Floorplan, Slider, Living/dining Rm Combo
Exterior
Construction
Stone
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof, Balcony
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Exterior, Deck - Roof
Parking
Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Features
Under, Off Street
Total Spaces
1
Utilities
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$6,351
Assessed Value
$974,000
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$665 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash
Amenities
Hot Water, Elevator(s)
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
9
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
The Buildings Roof & Phcs Private Deck Were Replaced In 24. A Couple Broken Seals. The Building Is Currently Getting Estimates For Additional Exterior & Interior Work. Seller Will Escrow $12, 500 For Potential Future Assessment For Phc. See Agent. Measurements Are Approx. & For Marketing Purposes.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
PHC
Sq Ft Source
Measured
Sq Ft Disclosures
+/- 950 sf. private deck off the living room & primary bedroom & a 52sf private deck off 2nd bdrm.
Documents
Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Certificate Of Insurance (5)
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
10 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1978
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,115 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
7
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,115 sq ft above grade
Dimensions10 x 10
FeaturesFlooring - Wood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
LevelFirst
Dimensions10 x 10
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Vinyl, Balcony / Deck, Slider
LevelFirst
Dimensions13 x 12
FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s), Flooring - Vinyl, Deck - Exterior, Slider
LevelFirst
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Exterior, Deck - Roof
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:
Wood, Tile, Vinyl
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Open Floorplan, Slider, Living/Dining Rm Combo
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
First Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1978
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Stone
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air
Heating Zones:
1
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
1
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof, Balcony
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Exterior, Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Type:
Attached
Total Parking Spaces:
1
Parking Features:
Under, Off 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
3 schools
A
John M Tobin School
0.1 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.2 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-
Cambridgeport School
0.3 mi
|
#212 of 824
|
Score: 54.3
Improved 94 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
263 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
3 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.5 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
0.7 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
0.9 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
High Schools
3 schools
NuVu Innovation School
0.4 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.0 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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Neighborhood
280 Harvard Street, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Office
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone
617-945-9161
Agent MLS ID
TEAM0215
Office MLS ID
AN2064
Listing Data Updated
Oct 2, 2025 7:14 AM 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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