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975 Memorial Drive # 211, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$5,500,000
Est. $36,085/month
2
Beds
3
Baths
2,135
Sq Ft
$2,576
Price/Sq Ft
1986
Year Built
92
Days on Market
Active Listed Mar 11, 2026 • MLS# 73485344 Copied!

About this home

The Residences at the Charles is a luxury full-service building with easy access to the Harvard Kennedy School, JFK Memorial Park, Harvard Business school, as well as fine dining & shopping. Enjoy elegant common areas, curated gardens, and a premier vantage point for the Head of the Charles Regatta. This breathtaking home was fully remodeled by the respected design firm Kristin Paton Interiors. Upon entering, there is a 28' living room with sliding glass doors to the 26' private terrace overlooking Riverbend Park and the Charles River. The dining room opens to the chic kitchen with premium appliances, custom cabinetry, and walk-in pantry. Ascend the glass-enclosed floating staircase to the 26' family room with built-ins, a bar, and 2 sets of sliding glass doors to another 26' private terrace. A tranquil primary suite includes a dressing area. There's a 2nd bedroom suite on this floor. Residents enjoy peace of mind with 24/7 front desk support, a fire suppression system, and elevators.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner GLIMP, ELEANOR C.
Mailing Address 975 MEMORIAL DR UNIT UNIT 409E, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02138

Land Use

Use Code 1021
Description N/A
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $3,410,800
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $19,987
CPA Surcharge 3% ($582)
Estimated Annual Tax $20,569

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $3,410,800 $3,410,800

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 10, 2025 $8,300,000 84342/0126
Jul 9, 2025 $100 84333/0081
Jun 30, 2025 $2,275,000 84300/0444
Apr 11, 2025 $10 83958/0190
Sep 24, 2024 $2,950,000 83273/0421
Jul 18, 2024 $2,350,000 83021/0176
Jun 11, 2024 $3,400,000 82873/0006
May 30, 2024 $3,100,000 82827/0354
Apr 10, 2024 $3,104,000 82653/0116
Dec 15, 2023 $1 82314/0482

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
May 6, 2026 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Replacing plumbing fixtures, remodeling baths, installing new counter tops in kitchen, finishing hard wood floors, finishing tile floors,…
By C2MG Builders
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1208848
Open $740,840
Apr 6, 2026 Building: Alteration and Addition
One-Family
Remodel apartment: Full remodel of Kitchen, and two bathrooms; new floor throughout; built-in cabinets in living room, hallway, and master…
By Sordan Construction
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1202951
Open $449,686
Nov 13, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Renovation of three (3) full baths and one (1) half bath; Limited millwork at TV alcove and new closets at two sleeping rooms.  Include…
By JJM Brothers Corporation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1189785
Open $215,000
Feb 5, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Renovate two bathrooms and replace existing finishes, including plumbing fixtures, electrical fixtures, tile and wallboard where necessary.…
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1149010
Open $125,000
Oct 16, 2024 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Kitchen and Two Bathrooms Remodel, Replace existing doors, Paint
By BL Contractor Inc
Permit #qu2z-8suj:874898
Open $235,000
Apr 7, 2024 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Ramp and Drop-Off Area Repairs and Waterproofing
By Alpha Weatherproofing Corp
Permit #qu2z-8suj:260056
Open $2,058,750
Mar 24, 2024 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Secure building permit and state approval for tub to shower conversion.Remove existing tub, shower enclosure and shower fixtures.Reframe…
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:262264
Open $38,937
Nov 1, 2023 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Remove existing tub and replace with new shower in existing bath area. Repair walls as needed
By Newpro Operating LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:246534
Open $19,400
Jun 27, 2023 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
This project will be the cosmetic renovation of two neighboring units #407 & #408. New finishes shall be installed throughout both units…
By Sea-Dar Construction
Permit #qu2z-8suj:225565
Closed $800,990
Jul 26, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Remove contents in work area to alternate location. Remove and dispose of existing kitchen island. Cap and or remove all water and…
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:176856
Open $110,700
Jun 5, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Removal of interior finishes only. Removal of select interior partitions. No structural work, no exterior work. Installation of new…
By Columbia Contracting
Permit #qu2z-8suj:173757
Closed $750,000
May 25, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
One-Family
Kitchen and Bathroom remodel to accommodate wheelchair access
By ZVI Construction
Permit #qu2z-8suj:169660
Open $162,215
Feb 17, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Replace finishes in an existing bath
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:160883
Open $45,200
Feb 16, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Renovate existing kitchen, install new hardwood floor throughout condominium, replace finishes to two existing bathrooms.
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:160179
Closed $550,000
Feb 1, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Demolition of hardwood flooring, tile, and selective interior walls, framing of new portion walls, selective electrical and plumbing rough…
By Bespoke Woodwrights, LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:160232
Open $720,380
Jan 26, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
One-Family
Installation of replacement shower/bath. No structural work.
By Newpro
Permit #qu2z-8suj:156046
Open $27,274
Jan 18, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Convert existing kitchen into pantry and bar area, renovate on full bathroom and one half bathroom, and remove two non-bearing walls and…
By Marvel Construction Corporation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:104740
Closed $123,000
Oct 27, 2020 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Complete renovation of existing unit 912. Interior finishes have been removed already.
By Columbia Contracting
Permit #qu2z-8suj:97752
Closed $957,000
Sep 30, 2020 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Remove and dispose of existing carpeting, kitchen floor, 202 entrance hall floor. Remove and dispose of existing kitchen cabinets,…
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:94408
Open $168,785
Sep 15, 2020 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Completion of interior demolition begun over 4 years ago by previous owners. No exterior demo. Interior finishes only, flooring, wallboard,…
By Columbia Contracting
Permit #qu2z-8suj:88721
Open $20,000
Sep 8, 2020 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Remove and dispose of existing tile and substrate in 7th floor shower enclosure. Reframe existing shower enclosure where necessary to…
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:90558
Open $16,300
Jun 28, 2020 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Concrete repairs in the underground parking garage slab and overhead slab or lower parking level, removal and re-coating of the parking…
By Alpha Weatherproofing Corp
Permit #qu2z-8suj:69815
Open $852,775
Dec 1, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Remove existing tub and tub knee wall; Add cement board to 3 walls where tub will be removed; Add a new membrane and mud floor for new…
By Lee Kimballl Kitchens, Inc
Permit #qu2z-8suj:61216
Closed $27,260
Aug 12, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Renovate Existing Bathroom Shower Enclosure Remove and dispose of existing shower fixtures and bath faucet. Remove and dispose of existing…
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:53234
Open $29,300
Aug 11, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
remove and replace kitchen cabinetry and appliances, update electrical, new flooring, remove existing bath fixtures and finishes and…
By Conia
Permit #qu2z-8suj:53123
Open $149,280
Jun 24, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Removing and replacing sealant/caulking joints at window perimeters, vertical control joints, horizontal control joints
By Alpha Weatherproofing Corp
Permit #qu2z-8suj:49877
Open $878,900
Mar 28, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Repair Ceiling in Half BathReframe ceiling where necessary. Install 5/8" fire rated drywall. Apply tape and joint compound to level 4.…
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:34085
Closed $13,900
Mar 20, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Townhouse
Kitchen remodel- install new cabinets, appliances, plumbing fixtures; paint
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:33494
Closed $64,100
Nov 19, 2018 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
close in existing skylight
By Glod Restoration & Renovation
Permit #qu2z-8suj:25295
Closed $12,500
Oct 24, 2018 Building: Alteration and Addition
One-Family
Cut holes in walls and ceilings finishes to access duct work to clean and remove mold; replace fiberglass insulation removed for cleaning…
By Belfor Property Restoration
Permit #qu2z-8suj:21020
Closed $65,863
Aug 5, 2018 Building: Alteration and Addition
One-Family
Renovation of Finishes inside the unit including bathrooms, wood flooring, lighting/switching, AV work, millwork, doors, trim and internal…
By Sea-Dar Construction
Permit #qu2z-8suj:18001
Closed $790,000
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

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 1,605 2,135
Year built 1,986 1,986
Match: address_condo (90.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1986
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,135 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1986
Living Area 2,135 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 2
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Heat Pump, Radiant
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit
Features Bathroom

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck, Patio, Garden, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Deeded
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $39,751
Assessed Value $5,789,000

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features: Bathroom
Windows:
Basement: N
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit
Security: Doorman

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1986
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump, Radiant
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Garden, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch: Deck, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Deeded

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

Harvard Square

975 Memorial Drive # 211, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

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Property Tax $3,313
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $4,762/mo
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Property History

Market Insights

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Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 11, 2026
$5,500,000
Original listing
Agent: Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Previous Transaction - MLS #72294600
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jun 1, 2018
$4,000,000
MLS #72294600

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 11, 2026 New Listing Added $5,500,000
Jun 1, 2018 Sold $4,000,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
92 days
Price per Sq Ft
$2,576

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $39,751 $5,789,000

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$39,751
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$4,762
Monthly
Assessed Value
$5,789,000

Listing Information

Listing Agent Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Agent MLS ID TM331934
Office MLS ID AN6200
Listing Data Updated Mar 15, 2026 3:07 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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