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  • Price cut: $16K (7/24)
    $659,000

    860 Massachusetts Ave #854-8, Cambridge, MA 02139

    1beds
    697sqft
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    $3,988/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1920
    -- sqft lot
    $646,100 Zestimate®
    $945/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Eat-in kitchenHardwood floors throughoutKing size bedroomBeautiful tranquil landscapingTile backsplashCrisp white cabinetsCorian counters
    Nestled in the heart of Cambridge, this well-located unit is just steps from Harvard, MIT and the Red Line. Walkable to all the Mass Ave has to offer between Harvard and Kendall Squares. The elegant courtyard entrance with its beautiful, tranquil landscaping makes this complex stand out! The condo itself features a King size bedroom with great built in closets. A large spacious living room with hardwood floors throughout. An eat-in kitchen with Corian counters, ceramic tile flooring, tile backsplash, and crisp white cabinets. Modern subway tile white bath. There is a large storage room in the basement and common laundry in the building. This is a "Classic 1920's" charming complex. Why rent when you can buy; similar units rent for 3000.00 per month. Some photos are staged.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Loretta Mosca 617-201-1691,

    Bessette Realty 781-643-5433

    Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73540775

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      • Area: 240
      • Dimensions: 20 x 12
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: First
      • Area: 40
      • Dimensions: 8 x 5
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Area: 98
      • Dimensions: 14 x 7
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 240
      • Dimensions: 20 x 12
      Heating
      • Central, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Building
      Features
      • Flooring: Wood, Tile
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 697
      • Total interior livable area: 697 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 697

      Property

      Features
      • Exterior features: Courtyard
      Details
      • Parcel number: 4522739
      • Zoning: R

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      Materials
      • Brick
      Condition
      • Year built: 1920
      • Major remodel year: 2003

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station, University
      • Security: Intercom, Security Gate
      Location
      • Region: Cambridge

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $945/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $562,800
      • Annual tax amount: $3,574
      • Date on market: 6/24/2026

        Estimated market value

        $646,100

        $614,000 - $678,000

        $3,120/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/24/2026Price change$659,000-2.4%$945/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73540775 Report a problem
        6/24/2026Listed for sale$675,000+26.2%$968/sqft
        Source: MLS PIN #73540775 Report a problem
        4/4/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        12/17/2020Price change$1,975-14.1%$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        12/5/2020Listed for rent$2,300$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
        9/27/2017Sold$535,000-0.7%$768/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/1/2017Pending sale$539,000$773/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge Mass Ave #72196757 Report a problem
        7/20/2017Price change$539,000-5.3%$773/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge Mass Ave #72196757 Report a problem
        7/12/2017Listed for sale$569,000+84.1%$816/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge Mass Ave #72196757 Report a problem
        1/22/2009Sold$309,000$443/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,574 +10.6%$562,800 +3.1%
        2024$3,231 -0.9%$545,800 -1.9%
        2023$3,261 -0.5%$556,500 +0.5%
        2022$3,277 +2.2%$553,600 +0.9%
        2021$3,208 +2.5%$548,400 +0.8%
        2020$3,129 +4.5%$544,200 +7.9%
        2019$2,995 +3%$504,200 +9.1%
        2018$2,907 +6.4%$462,100 +9.7%
        2017$2,733 +2%$421,100 +9.9%
        2016$2,679 +1.2%$383,200 +13.2%
        2015$2,648 +6.8%$338,600 +14.4%
        2014$2,480 -1.4%$295,900 +1.9%
        2013$2,514 +3.2%$290,300 +1%
        2012$2,436 +3.9%$287,300
        2011$2,344 +5.7%$287,300
        2010$2,218 +1%$287,300 -1%
        2009$2,195 +1.8%$290,300 -1%
        2008$2,157 -4.2%$293,100 -2.6%
        2007$2,251 $301,000
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Riverside

        Getting around

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        Excellent Transit
        96 / 100
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