52 Garden Street, Unit 27

Cambridge, MA 02138

$669,000
Last Sold Price
1
Beds
1
Bath
771 Sq. Ft.
$868 / Sq. Ft.
771
Sq. Ft.
$868
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Well-proportioned one-bedroom in a classic brick “Harlow Building” (designed by architect Hamilton Harlow) only blocks from Harvard Square. This 2nd floor condo offers high ceilings, hardwood floors, & plentiful windows for lots of natural light. An expansive main living room has space enough for dedicated living and dining areas, while a gracious entryway offers a spot to set up a WFH area. The brick fireplace & crown molding add charm & character. This professionally managed elevator building has...Well-proportioned one-bedroom in a classic brick “Harlow Building” (designed by architect Hamilton Harlow) only blocks from Harvard Square. This 2nd floor condo offers high ceilings, hardwood floors, & plentiful windows for lots of natural light. An expansive main living room has space enough for dedicated living and dining areas, while a gracious entryway offers a spot to set up a WFH area. The brick fireplace & crown molding add charm & character. This professionally managed elevator building has an intercom for guests & card-operated laundry facilities & bike storage in the basement. With condo fees that include heat & hot water, this lovely condo is perfect for owner-occupants, parents looking to buy a Kiddie Condo, or investors ---anyone seeking easy access to Harvard & Porter Squares. Lovely common back yard and easy permit parking nearby. Enjoy all of the nearby restaurants, shops, entertainment, & Harvard University, and access to Harvard & Porter Square red line MBTA stops.

Listing Agents

  1. Lisa J. Drapkin

    Lisa J. Drapkin

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

  2. Jenn McDonald

    Jenn McDonald

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 52 Garden Street, Unit 27

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Harvard Square
Area
MA-Cambridge-Harvard Square, MA-Cambridge
Style
Mid-Rise, Courtyard, Garden
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00

Location

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Ed Greable & Company

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

Property Details for 52 Garden Street, Unit 27

StatusSold
MLS #72808924
Days on Market24
Taxes$3,913 / year
HOA Fees$309 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1924
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Ed Greable & Company

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Building Information for 52 Garden Street, Unit 27

Building/Complex52 Garden Street CondominiumFloor2Stories1Residences42Pet PolicyAllowedYear Built1924

Payment Calculator

$4,286 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,651

Property Taxes

$326

HOA Dues

$309

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Property Information for 52 Garden Street, Unit 27

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 771.0
  • Total Units: 42
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Converted: 2002
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, 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
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Intercom, Window AC
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building
  • Primary Bath: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Courtyard, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
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: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/Less
  • Heating: Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: Second
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Unit Deed, Rules & Regs, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans, Association Financial Statements
  • Documents Count: 6
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Rentals: Minimum term of 2 months for all rentals and leases must be in writing.The association is in the process of amending the condo documents to prohibit smoking in the common areas and inside units.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 4220468
  • Assessments: $652,300
  • Book: 99999
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Zoning: res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 1
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Cooling Zones: 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: 52 Garden Street Condominium
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Units Owner Occupied: 19
  • Owner Occupied Source: Mgmnt Co
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 27
  • 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 52 Garden Street, Unit 27

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 52 Garden Street, Unit 27

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$629,100Total-
Tax Record2024$3,724 ($310 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt771 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt771 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1924CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00215 L:0003300027Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 52 Garden Street, Unit 27

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
Graham and Parks School
PublicPK to 5

Vassal Lane Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Maria L. Baldwin School
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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