950 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Harvard Square
$707,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,124
Sq Ft
$629
Price/Sq Ft
1989
Year Built
1
Garage Space
Condominium
Type
297
Days on Market
Sold 2007 Listed Mar 1, 2006 • MLS# 70338797 Copied! • Updated Mar 31, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $819,000
Final Sale Price: $707,000
Difference: $112,000 (-13.7%)
Performance Metrics
86.3%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
297
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $729
Sale $/sq ft: $629
This property sold for $629 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 13.7% below the original asking price.

At 297 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

About this home

Rarely available Penthouse at Bay Square. First public offering of a Penthouse in over 5 years! This is a South East exposure with two balconies...one with amazing views East towards Boston including Camb. City Hall and Zakim Bridge the other balcony faces due South with views out to Blue Hills! 2 bedroom, 2 full bathroom, in unit laundry, skylight, FIREPLACE! There are also wood floors in the living/dining area, heated secure gar. pkg. concierge, pool, health club, wk to Harvard & Central.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

1.1%
Price Range
275
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

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Sold
Mar 16, 2007
$707,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 275
🏠
Listed for Sale
Mar 1, 2006
$715,000
Original listing
Agent: William Mancini Office: RE/MAX Destiny

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2006 $3,430 $674,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,430
Tax Year 2006
HOA Fee
$990
Per month
Assessed Value
$674,500

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1989
Living Area 1,124 sq ft
Stories 7
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Flooring None
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement N
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick, Stone
Architecture None
Roof Slate, Rubber
Features Balcony, Hot Tub/spa
Pool None
Spa Hot Tub/spa
Fencing Security
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Deeded, Off Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public, City/town Water
Sewer None
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven, For Electric Dryer
Annual Tax $3,430
Assessed Value $674,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $990
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities Hot Water, Pool, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Sauna/steam, Storage, Garden Area
Optional Fee Includes None
Pets No
Lead Paint None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building PH3
Sq Ft Source Unit Floor Plan
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 275 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1989
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,124 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
7
Entry Level
7

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Security: Intercom, Doorman

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1989
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof: Slate, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 7

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Balcony, Hot Tub/Spa
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Security
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Deeded, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Spa/Hot Tub: Yes
Spa Features: Hot Tub/Spa
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat
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
A
Amigos School
0.4 mi | #46 of 352 | Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.5 mi | #245 of 346 | Score: 47.4
Improved 37 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
St. Peter Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.6 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.9 mi | #105 of 825 | Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.6 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.2 mi | #16 of 825 | Score: 65.4
Improved 27 spots from last year
+7.2 above state avg
401 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.2 mi | #104 of 352 | Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.0 mi | #207 of 352 | Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.3 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.8 mi | #66 of 352 | Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.3 mi | #205 of 346 | Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Neighborhood

Harvard Square

950 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Listing Information

Listing Agent William Mancini
Listing Office RE/MAX Destiny
Office Phone 617-576-3800
Agent MLS ID BB904273
Office MLS ID BB9927
Listing Data Updated Mar 31, 2025 11:31 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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