12 Ware Street, Unit 21

Cambridge, MA 02138

$643,000
Last Sold Price
1
Beds
1
Bath
660 Sq. Ft.
$974 / Sq. Ft.
660
Sq. Ft.
$974
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Dream about living in the heart of Harvard Square? This 1-bedroom/1-bath condo on quiet, one-way Ware Street is just 2 blocks to Harvard Yard, and .4 miles to the redline MBTA station. Situated in a classic brick building with a zen-like garden courtyard, it offers a smart layout that flows and includes an off-street parking space and extra storage. An expansive main living room has space enough for dedicated living and dining areas, while a spacious entryway can flex as a home office. There are...Dream about living in the heart of Harvard Square? This 1-bedroom/1-bath condo on quiet, one-way Ware Street is just 2 blocks to Harvard Yard, and .4 miles to the redline MBTA station. Situated in a classic brick building with a zen-like garden courtyard, it offers a smart layout that flows and includes an off-street parking space and extra storage. An expansive main living room has space enough for dedicated living and dining areas, while a spacious entryway can flex as a home office. There are hardwood floors, newer replacement windows, and new light fixtures throughout. The Bancroft Court Condominiums are professionally managed, have elevator service and intercom for guests, and card-operated laundry facilities and bicycle storage in the basement. With fees that include heat and hot water, this well maintained condo is a perfect fit for investors, and anyone seeking immediate access to Harvard Square. Offers are due Tuesday, 7/20 at 10am.

Listing Agents

  1. Jenn McDonald

    Jenn McDonald

    Alternative Listing Agent

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Property Details for 12 Ware Street, Unit 21

Town
Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Back

Location

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, proActive RE Team

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/08/2022 07:14 PM

Property Details for 12 Ware Street, Unit 21

StatusSold
MLS #72864218
Days on Market11
Taxes$3,415 / year
HOA Fees$400 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1981
CountyMiddlesex County

Building

Bancroft Court

50 UnitsBuilt in 1981

Location

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, proActive RE Team

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Building Information for 12 Ware Street, Unit 21

Building/ComplexBancroft CourtFloor2Stories-Residences50Pet PolicyNot AllowedYear Built1981

Payment Calculator

$4,194 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,509

Property Taxes

$285

HOA Dues

$400

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Property Information for 12 Ware Street, Unit 21

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 660.0
  • Total Units: 50
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Converted: 1981
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Intercom, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Entry Location: Back
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping
  • Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Rentals are allowed with a minimum lease term of 1 year. Smoking is prohibited in the building and grounds. Pets are not allowed.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 408942
  • Assessments: $99,999
  • Book: 99999
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 1
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Name: Bancroft Court Condominium
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Units Owner Occupied: 15
  • Owner Occupied Source: Management
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 21
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 2.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 12 Ware Street, Unit 21

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 12 Ware Street, Unit 21

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$571,400Total-
Tax Record2024$3,383 ($282 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt660 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt660 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built2000ZoningC1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00135 L:0002512/21

Schools near 12 Ware Street, Unit 21

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Martin Luther King, Jr. School
PublicPK to 5

Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

King Open
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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