Welcome to 287 Harvard St, Unit 26, a beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo offering 760 square feet of comfortable, updated living space in desirable Mid-Cambridge, ideally located between Harvard Square and Central Square. The thoughtfully updated home features spacious bedrooms, new luxury vinyl flooring, a beautifully renovated bathroom, new interior doors, and three new high-quality window air-conditioning units. The modern kitchen has been updated with new stainless-steel appliances, including an in-unit dishwasher, quartz countertops, and a coordinating quartz backsplash. The building offers a range of desirable conveniences, including elevator access, deeded garage parking, and assigned basement storage. The monthly condo fee includes heat, hot water, water, sewer, master insurance, and contributions to the building's reserve fund, providing residents with a convenient, relatively low-maintenance ownership experience. With easy access to public transportation, Harvard University, MIT, shops, restaurants, parks, and the vibrant amenities of both Harvard and Central Squares, this well-located condo offers an appealing combination of convenience, comfort, and accessibility. The efficient layout and updated finishes make it an excellent opportunity for a buyer seeking a move-in-ready Cambridge home or an investor seeking a well-located property. $3500 Residential tax exemption in place.
Listed by Aditi Jain · Redfin Corp. MLS PIN #73583493 · Updated 10/8/2026, 3:32:00 PM ET
Public Transportation · Shopping · Park · Walk/Jog Trails · Medical Facility · Bike Path · Highway Access · House of Worship · Private School · Public School · T-Station · University
Senior community
No
Management
Professional - Off Site
Taxes & property records
Annual property tax
$1,164
Tax year
2026
Assessed value
$681,800
Parcel number
M:0108 B:0023 L:0026,405381
Zoning
C2A
Registry book
78832
Registry page
452
Location & listed schools
City
Cambridge
County
Middlesex
State
MA
ZIP code
02139
Directions
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Listing & disclosures
MLS number
73583493
Listing date
2026-09-29
Original entry date
2026-09-29
Status changed
2026-09-29
Listing modified
2026-10-08
Original list price
$749,000
Current list price
$749,000
List price per sqft
$985.53
Days on market
9
Property market time
9
Disclosures
Buyer and Buyer's Agent to verify all information and conduct due diligence. A special assessment equal to twice the condo fee applies in November and December; the seller will pay it in full before closing. Photos include virtual staging. A $3 · 505 residential tax exemption is in place.
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SCHOOLS & EDUCATION
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2026 MA DESE
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