Sold Jul 26, 2026
$580,000About this home
Mid Cambridge Location! Set within a historic building, this beautifully renovated 2 BED/ 2 Bath garden-level condo offers the perfect balance of comfort, style, and location. Thoughtfully designed with an open-concept layout, the home features a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a charming breakfast bar that flows effortlessly into the living area. Offering 1,080 square feet of smartly designed living space, this inviting home combines classic character with thoughtful modern updates. The primary bedroom has access to a private bath and generous dual closets, while two additional rooms create flexible options for a home office, nursery, guest space, or study. A second full bath makes everyday living easy. Additional conveniences include in-unit W/D, extra storage, and coveted off-street parking. Whether you’re headed toward the energy of Harvard and Central Squares, exploring the tech hub at MIT, or popping out to local boutiques and eateries, everything is right outside your front door. If you like fun, secret spaces, this home is for you!
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Listed by Team Patti Brainard · Compass · MLS #73574635
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Details at a glance
Interior5 property facts
- Rooms
- 5
- Heating
- Electric Baseboard
- Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
- Flooring
- Tile
- Basement
- Yes
Building3 property facts
- Style
- Condominium
- Year built
- 1900
- Parking
- 1
Land & utilities4 property facts
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Pool
- Not reported
- Zoning
- C-1
Financial3 property facts
- Annual taxes
- $1,573
- Assessment year
- 2026
- HOA fee
- $196 (billing period not supplied)
Location
Estimated monthly cost
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Known monthly costs$3,160 / monthAdjust
- Principal & interest
- $3,029
- Property tax
- $131
- Insurance
- Not entered
- HOA
- Not entered
Listing annual taxes: $1,573. Initial monthly tax is one twelfth of that amount. Listing HOA fee: $196. The billing period was not supplied; confirm the monthly amount before adding it.
Partial estimate: add insurance, monthly HOA to include those costs. Blank amounts are unknown.
The initial 6.5% rate is illustrative, not a current rate or lender quote. Excludes utilities, maintenance, closing costs and mortgage insurance, which may apply with a down payment below 20%. Taxes and insurance can change.
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Automated value estimate $755,368
Estimated range $729,101–$781,635.
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Photo-based condition insights
Overall presentation: above average
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