Sun-filled top-floor, corner residence perched atop coveted Observatory Hill. Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street in one of Cambridge's most charming residential neighborhoods, this exceptional home is just moments from the vibrant shops, acclaimed restaurants, and cultural attractions of Harvard Square. One deeded parking space offers the perfect balance of peaceful neighborhood living and unmatched urban convenience. A grand, welcoming foyer opens to generously proportioned rooms bathed in natural light from multiple exposures. Thoughtfully designed with abundant closet space throughout the home seamlessly blends the gracious proportions and architectural character of the pre-war era with tasteful modern updates. The expansive living room is anchored by an ornamental fireplace and framed by three oversized windows overlooking mature trees, creating a bright and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. Two equally spacious bedrooms offer exceptional scale and flexibility. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry, while the windowed bathroom is finished with timeless subway tile. Residents enjoy an expansive common patio set within beautifully landscaped grounds and a sprawling lawn—an ideal setting for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the outdoors. Additional amenities include bike storage, storage, and common laundry in the basement. A rare opportunity to own a bright, graciously scaled home in one of Cambridge's most sought-after neighborhoods.
For sale
$775,000
56 Concord Ave APT 27, Cambridge, MA 02138
2beds
795sqft
Condominium
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$766,800 Zestimate®
$975/sqft
$545/mo HOA
What's special
Tasteful modern updatesPicturesque tree-lined streetGrand welcoming foyerSun-filled top-floor corner residence
- 35 days
- 816
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marcia Garvey 617-642-1877,
Donnelly + Co. 617-982-0160,
Elizabeth Damon 207-240-6734
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73555710
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: No
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above,Corner
Interior area
- Total structure area: 795
- Total interior livable area: 795 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 795
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street, Deeded, Exclusive Parking
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 416271
- Zoning: R1
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Private School, T-Station, University
HOA
- Amenities included: Hot Water
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
- HOA fee: $545 monthly
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $975/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $694,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,631
- Date on market: 7/28/2026
Estimated market value
$766,800
$728,000 - $805,000
$3,834/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000+162.7%$975/sqft |
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| 12/19/2001 | Sold | $295,000+67.1%$371/sqft |
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| 5/16/1996 | Sold | $176,500$222/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,208 +9.7% | $662,700 +2.2% |
| 2024 | $3,837 +1.1% | $648,200 +0% |
| 2023 | $3,797 -0.5% | $647,900 +0.5% |
| 2022 | $3,817 +2.9% | $644,700 +1.7% |
| 2021 | $3,708 +2.6% | $633,900 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $3,613 +4.2% | $628,300 +7.6% |
| 2019 | $3,468 +2.7% | $583,800 +8.7% |
| 2018 | $3,377 +4.9% | $536,900 +8.2% |
| 2017 | $3,219 +3.8% | $496,000 +11.8% |
| 2016 | $3,101 +1% | $443,600 +13% |
| 2015 | $3,070 +1.3% | $392,600 +8.5% |
| 2014 | $3,032 -1.3% | $361,800 +2% |
| 2013 | $3,072 +4% | $354,700 +1.9% |
| 2012 | $2,953 +3.9% | $348,200 |
| 2011 | $2,841 +5.7% | $348,200 |
| 2010 | $2,688 +17.4% | $348,200 +15% |
| 2009 | $2,290 +1.7% | $302,900 -1% |
| 2008 | $2,251 -7.3% | $305,900 -5.7% |
| 2007 | $2,427 | $324,400 |
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