Rare penthouse in Harvard Square the only condo on the 5th floor. This top-floor loft with approx. 11 ft ceilings offers hardwood floors, four sides of light, and in-unit laundry. The current owners thoughtfully renovated the kitchen and created two full baths, updating plumbing and electrical for modern comfort. The expansive private roof deck offers sweeping city views creates a space that invites everything from sunrise yoga to summer movie nights, winter igloo dining, quiet mornings with coffee, or evenings spent entertaining under the stars. It’s a setting that elevates daily living. Tucked on a quiet one-way residential street just minutes to Harvard, Lesley, Radcliffe, the Red Line, Commuter Rail, and the shops and restaurants between Harvard and Porter Squares, and there is easy street parking. Ideal as a primary home or Pied-à-terre. Only the second time offered in 31 years. The entrance to the unit is on the 4th floor, conveniently close to the elevator.
| MLS # | 73503291 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Condominium |
| HOA Dues | $687 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1900 |
| Days On Site | 158 |
| Listing Provided By | RE/MAX Real Estate Center | Robin Miller |
| Bed(s) | 1 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 655 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Units | 53 |
| Zoning | C-2 |
| Acreage | 0.22 |
| Property View | Yes |
| Rooms Total | 2 |
|---|---|
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Heating | Central, Steam |
| Fireplaces Total | 0 |
| Fireplace Yes / No | No |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Exterior Features | Deck - Roof, City View(s), Garden, Professional Landscaping |
|---|---|
| Security Features | Intercom |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | On Street |
| Open Parking Yes / No | Yes |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
|---|
| Tax Annual Amount | 4817.07 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 722200 |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Community Features | Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Laundromat, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University |
|---|---|
| Senior Community Yes / No | No |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Cambridge |
| Zip Code | 02138 |
| Area | Harvard Square |
| Listing VS Median (in 02138) | |
Price: $795,000 low | high Med: $10,000 sqft: 655 low | high Med: 2,018 $ / sqft: $1,214 low | high Med: $5 On site: 158 low | high Med: 58.5 | |
| State | MA |
|---|---|
| County | Middlesex |
| City | Cambridge |
| Zip Code | 02138 |
| Area | Harvard Square |
| Listing VS Median (in 02138) | |
Price: $795,000 low | high Med: $10,000 sqft: 655 low | high Med: 2,018 $ / sqft: $1,214 low | high Med: $5 On site: 158 low | high Med: 58.5 | |