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26 Watson St Unit 2

Cambridge, MA 02139

2 beds
1 bath
1,009 sqft
$868 per sqft
1894 build
– on site

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The perfect combination of location, classic charm, and modern amenities! Tucked away on a beautiful tree-lined street in the heart of Cambridgeport, this condo is a peaceful escape from the soon-returning bustle of Central Square. Sandwiched between Harvard and MIT, this floor-through 2-bed-plus has a large eat-in kitchen, living room with a beautiful gas stove, a 2018 renovated bathroom and flexible options for your office or gym. With high ceilings and large windows, you'll have tons of natural lighting for your Zoom calls. The current owners lovingly maintained this home: installed a new high-efficiency HVAC system, renovated bathroom, new dishwasher, and NEST thermostat and smoke detectors. Central A/C, private laundry, and ample basement storage round out this unit. A 100% owner-occupied association with a low condo fee. This home provides the flexibility to work from home or have an easy commute, all within walking distance of numerous restaurants, stores, and parks.

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Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 28, 2023 •

MLS# 72803651 —

The Building

Year Built:

1894
Year Built Details:

Unknown/Mixed
Year Built Source:

Public Records
Building Name:

26 Watson Street Condominium
Structure Type:

2/3 Family
Entry Level:

2
Entry Location:

Unit Placement(Upper)
Window Features:

Storm Window(s)
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch
Unit Number:

2
Stories Total:

1
# of Units Total:

3
Building Area Total:

1009
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Public Records

Interior

Rooms Total:

6
Interior Features:

Office
Living Room Level:

Second
Living Room Features:

Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove
Kitchen Level:

Second
Kitchen Features:

Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Dining Room Level:

Second
Dining Room Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Office Level:

Second
Office Features:

Flooring - Hardwood
Flooring:

Tile
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1009

Location

Directions:

Pearl to Watson
Latitude:

42.362195
Longitude:

-71.104846

The Property

Parcel Number:

M:00094 L:0006900002,4178175
Property Type:

Residential
Property Sub Type:

Condominium
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning:

C
Exclusions:

Chest Freezer In Basement
Waterfront:

false
Farm Land Area Units:

Square Feet

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2021
Tax Book Number:

65531
Tax Annual Amount:

4608
Tax Assessed Value:

787700

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Master Bedroom Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Features:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Bedroom 2 Level:

Second
Bedroom 2 Features:

Closet

Baths

Total Baths:

1
Total Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1
Bathroom 1 Level:

Second
Bathroom 1 Features:

Bathroom - Full
Master Bath Features:

No

The Listing

Buyer's Brokerage Compensation:

2.5
Compensation Based on:

Net Sale Price
Sub Agency Relationship Offered:

No

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

for Gas Range
Electric:

100 Amp Service
Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public
Green Energy Efficient:

Thermostat

Appliances

Appliances:

Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Gas Water Heater,Tank Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range

The Community

Community Features:

Public Transportation
Association:

true
Association Fee:

208.62
Association Fee Includes:

Water
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly

Parking

Garage:

false
Parking Features:

On Street
Open Parking:

true

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Utility Costs

$204/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
5/14/12 May 14, 2012		MLSPIN	$477,500	36.2% (3.7% / YR)
6/28/02 Jun 28, 2002		MLSPIN	$350,500

Condo Sold on 5/6/2021

$876,000

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26 Watson St Unit 2

Cambridge, MA 02139