26 Watson Street, Unit 2

Cambridge, MA 02139

$876,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,009 Sq. Ft.
$868 / Sq. Ft.
1,009
Sq. Ft.
$868
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The perfect combination of location, classic charm, and modern amenities! Tucked away on a beautiful tree-lined street in the heart of Cambridgeport, this condo is a peaceful escape from the soon-returning bustle of Central Square. Sandwiched between Harvard and MIT, this floor-through 2-bed-plus has a large eat-in kitchen, living room with a beautiful gas stove, a 2018 renovated bathroom and flexible options for your office or gym. With high ceilings and large windows, you'll have tons of natural...The perfect combination of location, classic charm, and modern amenities! Tucked away on a beautiful tree-lined street in the heart of Cambridgeport, this condo is a peaceful escape from the soon-returning bustle of Central Square. Sandwiched between Harvard and MIT, this floor-through 2-bed-plus has a large eat-in kitchen, living room with a beautiful gas stove, a 2018 renovated bathroom and flexible options for your office or gym. With high ceilings and large windows, you'll have tons of natural lighting for your Zoom calls. The current owners lovingly maintained this home: installed a new high-efficiency HVAC system, renovated bathroom, new dishwasher, and NEST thermostat and smoke detectors. Central A/C, private laundry, and ample basement storage round out this unit. A 100% owner-occupied association with a low condo fee. This home provides the flexibility to work from home or have an easy commute, all within walking distance of numerous restaurants, stores, and parks.
  1. Listed by Jessica Cohen Barmach • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 26 Watson Street, Unit 2

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Cambridgeport
Area
MA-Cambridge-Cambridgeport, MA-Cambridge
Style
2/3 Family
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Upper

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Jessica Cohen Barmach

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge, The Team - Real Estate Advisors

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/08/2022 07:06 PM

Property Details for 26 Watson Street, Unit 2

StatusSold
MLS #72803651
Days on Market21
Taxes$4,608 / year
HOA Fees$209 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1894
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Jessica Cohen Barmach

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge, The Team - Real Estate Advisors

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Building Information for 26 Watson Street, Unit 2

Building/Complex26 Watson Street CondominiumFloor2Stories1Residences3Pet PolicyAllowedYear Built1894

Payment Calculator

$5,374 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,781

Property Taxes

$384

HOA Dues

$209

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Property Information for 26 Watson Street, Unit 2

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1009.0
  • Total Units: 3
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Unknown/Mixed
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Office, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement, In Building, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Entry Location: Upper
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC,Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC,Recessed Lighting,Lighting - Overhead
  • Dining Room Level: Second
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC,Stainless Steel Appliances,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Level: Second
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove,Ceiling Fan(s),Closet,Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box,Paints & Finishes - Zero VOC
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
Other Room 1
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Room Office Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Unit: Renovated bathroom in 2018,new high-efficiency furnace 2018,new carpet in bedrooms in 2019,new dishwasher in 2020,new window treatments and curtain rods Assoc: Vinyl siding 2014,Painted front of house 2017,repaired steps and front porch 2017,new rubber roof over kitchen/bath 2018
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00094 L:0006900002,4178175
  • Assessments: $787,700
  • Book: 65531
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: C
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Name: 26 Watson Street Condominium
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 3
  • Owner Occupied Source: Owner
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 2.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 26 Watson Street, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 26 Watson Street, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$829,500Total-
Tax Record2024$4,911 ($409 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,009 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,009 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1894CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00094 L:0006900002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 26 Watson Street, Unit 2

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
The Amigos School
PublicPK to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Martin Luther King, Jr. School
PublicPK to 5

Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public6 to 8

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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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Jessica Cohen Barmach

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