975 Memorial Drive # 209, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$1,790,000
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,074
Sq Ft
$863
Price/Sq Ft
0.00
Acres
1985
Year Built
1
Garage Space
Condominium
Type
539
Days on Market
Sold 2008 Listed Sep 5, 2006 • MLS# 70451661 Copied! • Updated Apr 1, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $2,500,000
Final Sale Price: $1,790,000
Difference: $710,000 (-28.4%)
Performance Metrics
71.6%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
539
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,205
Sale $/sq ft: $863
This property sold for $863 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 28.4% below the original asking price.

At 539 days on market, this property took longer than average to sell.

About this home

Luxury condo overlooking the Charles River and historic JKF park. Walking distance to Harvard Square. The condo complex is adjacent to the luxury Charles Hotel that offers unique fine dining and nightlife. Regattabar(live music), Henerietta's, Rialto(top 60 restaurant), and Legal Seafood are a few of the establisments all within 50 yards. Room and maid service available thru Charles Hotel upon request. Pets allowed, 1 deeded parking space, masterbedroom overlooks river. Bring all offers.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

40.3%
Price Range
541
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73452357
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Previously Sold
Jan 8, 2026
$3,000,000
MLS #73452357
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Sold
Apr 8, 2008
$1,790,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 541
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Listed for Sale
Sep 5, 2006
$1,900,000
Original listing
Agent: Carol Post Pfaelzer Office: Carpenter and Company, Inc.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2008 $15,694 $2,073,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$15,694
Tax Year 2008
HOA Fee
$1,461
Per month
Assessed Value
$2,073,200

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1985
Living Area 2,074 sq ft
Lot Size 0.0000
Stories 1
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 1

Interior

Heating Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump
Flooring Carpet, Other
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Tar/gravel
Features Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Assigned
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, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $15,694
Assessed Value $2,073,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $1,461
Fee Includes Security, Maintenance Structure, Road Maintenance, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
Amenities None
Optional Fee $521
Optional Fee Includes Swimming Pool, Exercise Room, Valet Parking
Lead Paint None
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 209
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 541 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1985
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,074 sq ft
Stories
1
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Carpet, Other
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1985
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Tar/Gravel
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Utilities & Systems

Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public, City/Town Water
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

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

Special Features

Waterfront: Yes
Waterfront Type: Waterfront, River, Walk to
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
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
St. Peter Elementary School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
0.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Amigos School
1.0 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
Cambridge Montessori School
1.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.3 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
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.5 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
Fayerweather Street School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.2 mi
Grades 01-12
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.7 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
0.5 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.7 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.5 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
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.7 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
2.0 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.3 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.1 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

975 Memorial Drive # 209, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Listing Information

Listing Agent Carol Post Pfaelzer
Listing Office Carpenter and Company, Inc.
Office Phone 617-864-2800
Agent MLS ID BB803214
Office MLS ID BB4524
Listing Data Updated Apr 1, 2025 1:05 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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