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280 Harvard St # 1A, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Harvard Square
$775,000
Est. $5,052/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
876
Sq Ft
$885
Price/Sq Ft
1978
Year Built
23
Days on Market
Active Listed Mar 18, 2026 • MLS# 73488646 Copied!

About this home

Located on Harvard Street between Central and Inman Squares, this corner unit offers 876 sq. ft. of well-designed living space in a professionally managed elevator building. The floor-through layout features two bedrooms, a full bath, a bonus half bath, and an open-concept living and dining area leading to a private balcony. Enjoy abundant natural light, gas heat, central A/C, and updated flooring. Additional amenities include one deeded off-street parking space, exclusive storage, common laundry, a bike rack, and a secure lobby for package deliveries. The monthly condo fee includes heat and hot water. With easy access to Harvard, MIT, Kendall, and Union Squares, this home is ideal for both owner-occupants and investors seeking a low-maintenance unit in the heart of Cambridge.Currently leased at $3,600/month through 9/1/2026

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner MAKAN PROPERTIES, LLC
Mailing Address P.O. BOX 156, LEXINGTON, MA, 02420

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $727,100
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $4,261
CPA Surcharge 3% ($110)
Estimated Annual Tax $4,371

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $727,100 $727,100

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Sep 13, 2024 $1 83238/0396
Apr 28, 2022 $755,000 80044/0184
Apr 5, 2022 $740,000 79934/0386
Mar 17, 2022 $625,000 79836/0239
Dec 8, 2021 $1 79303/0525
Jul 12, 2021 $1 78224/0135
May 17, 2021 $100 77794/0460
May 4, 2018 $915,200 70968/0321
Dec 21, 2016 $100 68633/0549
Aug 25, 2016 $557,500 67885/0171
Jul 6, 2016 $620,000 67570/0251
Jun 4, 2015 $1 65484/0356
May 11, 2015 $600,000 65345/0280
May 11, 2015 $1 65343/0343
Jul 18, 2014 $350,000 63939/0447
Jun 14, 2010 $1 54822/0344
May 26, 2010 $406,000 54733/0021
May 12, 2008 $360,000 51160/0009
Apr 26, 2005 $347,500 45056/0163
Oct 10, 2003 $100 41173/0464
Sep 29, 2003 $332,500 41051/0237
Jul 7, 2003 $100 39833/0275
Jul 2, 2002 $280,000 35828/0455
Jul 27, 2001 $281,000 33335/0048
Oct 11, 1996 $145,000 26744/0366
Sep 7, 1995 $132,000 25638/0184
Aug 2, 1994 $104,000 00000/0000
Feb 26, 1993 $118,000 22942/0460
Nov 1, 1985 $93,000 32008/0436
Nov 1, 1979 $49,500 13828/0563

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

Property Data Comparison

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 876 876
Year built 1,978 1,978
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1978
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
876 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
1

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1978
Living Area 876 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry None
Features None

Exterior

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

Parking

Features None
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,520
Assessed Value $694,000

Interior Features

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

Construction & Materials

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

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features:

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Neighborhood

Harvard Square

280 Harvard St # 1A, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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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
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
Amigos School
0.5 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
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.1 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.0 mi
Grades PK-08
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
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades 01-06
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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.0 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
H

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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Property History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Sale
Mar 18, 2026
$775,000
Original listing
Agent: Siyin Qu Office: eXp Realty

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 18, 2026 New Listing Added $775,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
23 days
Price per Sq Ft
$885

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,520 $694,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,520
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$556
Monthly
Assessed Value
$694,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Siyin Qu
Listing Office eXp Realty
Agent MLS ID CN221841
Office MLS ID AC0342
Listing Data Updated Mar 24, 2026 11:37 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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