Located on Harvard Street between Central and Inman Squares, this corner unit offers 876 sq. ft. of well-designed living space in a professionally managed elevator building. The floor-through layout features two bedrooms, a full bath, a bonus half bath, and an open-concept living and dining area leading to a private balcony. Enjoy abundant natural light, gas heat, central A/C, and updated flooring. Additional amenities include one deeded off-street parking space, exclusive storage, common laundry, a bike rack, and a secure lobby for package deliveries. The monthly condo fee includes heat and hot water. With easy access to Harvard, MIT, Kendall, and Union Squares, this home is ideal for both owner-occupants and investors seeking a low-maintenance unit in the heart of Cambridge.Currently leased at $3,600/month through 9/1/2026
For sale
Price cut: $56K (6/1)
$719,000
280 Harvard St APT 1A, Cambridge, MA 02139
2beds
876sqft
Condominium
Built in 1978
-- sqft lot
$711,800 Zestimate®
$821/sqft
$556/mo HOA
What's special
Gas heatPrivate balconyBonus half bathCorner unitTwo bedroomsAbundant natural lightFloor-through layout
- 114 days |
- 961 |
- 16 |
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Listed by:
Siyin Qu 860-617-9694,
eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office 888-854-7493
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73488646
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 876
- Total interior livable area: 876 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 876
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Porch
Details
- Parcel number: 5205398
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Intercom
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
- Services included: Heat, Gas, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $556 monthly
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $821/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $694,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,520
- Date on market: 3/18/2026
Estimated market value
$711,800
$676,000 - $747,000
$3,998/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $719,000-7.2%$821/sqft |
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| 3/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000+0.8%$885/sqft |
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| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $769,000$878/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Listing removed | $3,200$4/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $769,000+10.6%$878/sqft |
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| 5/28/2025 | Price change | $3,200-5.9%$4/sqft |
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| 5/5/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,400+19.3%$4/sqft |
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| 8/25/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/23/2022 | Listed for rent | $2,850+14%$3/sqft |
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| 8/1/2022 | Listing removed | $695,000$793/sqft |
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| 7/19/2022 | Price change | $695,000-0.7%$793/sqft |
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| 6/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $700,000+102.3%$799/sqft |
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| 7/28/2015 | Listing removed | $2,500$3/sqft |
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| 7/14/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,500$3/sqft |
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| 6/30/2009 | Sold | $346,000+239.2%$395/sqft |
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| 9/5/1995 | Sold | $102,000$116/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,407 +9.1% | $694,000 +1.7% |
| 2024 | $4,039 +1.8% | $682,300 +0.7% |
| 2023 | $3,969 +1.2% | $677,300 +2.3% |
| 2022 | $3,921 +2.9% | $662,300 +1.7% |
| 2021 | $3,810 +3.7% | $651,300 +1.9% |
| 2020 | $3,674 +4.1% | $639,000 +7.5% |
| 2019 | $3,530 +2.6% | $594,200 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $3,440 +4% | $546,900 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $3,309 +3.6% | $509,800 +11.6% |
| 2016 | $3,193 +0.9% | $456,800 +12.8% |
| 2015 | $3,166 +3.9% | $404,900 +11.4% |
| 2014 | $3,047 -1.3% | $363,600 +2% |
| 2013 | $3,086 +3.1% | $356,300 +1% |
| 2012 | $2,992 +3.9% | $352,800 |
| 2011 | $2,879 +7.3% | $352,800 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $2,683 +2.1% | $347,600 |
| 2009 | $2,628 +1.8% | $347,600 -0.9% |
| 2008 | $2,582 -2.6% | $350,800 -1% |
| 2007 | $2,651 | $354,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Mid-Cambridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10John M. Tobin Montessori SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 7/10Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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