12 Ware Street, Unit 21

Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138

$625,000

Dream about living in the heart of Harvard Square? This 1-bedroom/1-bath condo on quiet, one-way Ware Street is just 2 blocks to Harvard Yard, and .4 miles to the redline MBTA station. Situated in a classic brick building with a zen-like garden courtyard, it offers a smart layout that flows and includes a parking space and extra storage. An expansive main living room has space enough for dedicated living and dining areas, while a spacious entryway can flex as a home office. There are hardwood floors, newer replacement windows, and new light fixtures throughout. The Bancroft Court Condominiums are professionally managed, have elevator service and intercom for guests, and card-operated laundry facilities and bicycle storage in the basement. With fees that include heat and hot water, this well maintained condo is a perfect fit for investors, and anyone seeking immediate access to Harvard Square.


Property Details

1 Bedroom

1 Bath

660 SF


 
 

Showing Information

If you need to schedule an appointment at a different time, please call Jenn McDonald at 857.998.1026 and she can arrange an alternative showing time.

Thursday, July 15th

2:00 PM -3:00 PM

Saturday, July 17th

12:30-2:00 PM

Sunday, July 18th

12:30-2:00 PM


Additional Information

  • Living Area: 660 interior sf

  • 3 Rooms, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

  • Year Built: 1920

  • Year Converted: 1981

  • Condo Fee: $400/month

 

Interior

  • A serene garden courtyard with winding stone path and established landscaping precedes the front entrance to the building.

  • The condo has an open floor plan, replacement windows (new in 2011), new light fixtures, and hardwood floors throughout.

  • An ample entry hall has a deep coat closet and plenty of room for a bench or home office setup.

  • Relax or entertain comfortably in the wide open living room with plenty of space for a distinct dining area.  It has two windows and a bronze light fixture with drum shade overhead.

  • Enjoy cooking in the sunny kitchen with maple Shaker-style cabinets, a white tiled floor and backsplash, and gray laminate countertops. A large window keeps this space well-lit and cheerful. Appliances are white and include a Kenmore 4-burner gas range, a Kenmore refrigerator (new in 2018) and a microwave. 

  • A good-sized bedroom offers a wide closet, two large windows and a bronze light fixture with drum shade.

  • The bathroom has a combination porcelain tub & shower, classic black & white ceramic tiled surround and floor, a wooden vanity with a white countertop, a 3-light vanity fixture, a mirrored medicine cabinet and a wall-mounted storage cabinet, and chrome fixtures.

  • Two tall and deep linen closets are located outside the bed and bathrooms offering plenty of extra storage.

 

Systems & Basement

  • Heat & Hot Water: Supplied by a gas-fired Weil McLean Commercial common boiler (new in 2015) through steam radiators and the cost for both is included in the HOA fee.

  • Cooling: With in-window AC unit.

  • Electrical: Through circuit breakers.

  • Laundry: Common, card-operated laundry machines are located in the basement.

  • Storage: There is an assigned storage space in the basement.

  • Bicycles: There are bicycle storage racks also located in the basement.

 

Exterior and Property

  • Parking for 1-car is included.

  • Exterior is brick and was repointed in 2011.

  • Roof was replaced in 2019.

  • Elevator service is provided.

  • Intercom access is available.

 

Association & Financial Information

  • 50-unit association; 30% are currently owner occupied (per management company).

  • The association is professionally managed by Brigs Property Management. 

  • Owners may not own more than 2 units in the association.

  • Beneficial interest is 1.9231%.

  • Condo Fee: $400/month (as of June '21). This covers heat, hot water, water/sewer, master insurance, laundry facilities, elevator, maintenance, landscaping, snow removal, and contribution to the reserves.

  • Association Account: There was $278,877.91 in the association's reserve account as of May ‘21.

  • Tax Information: $3,414.57 (FY'21).  With the Residential Exemption discount, the rate would be $883.47. 

  • Rentals are allowed with a minimum lease term of 1 year.

  • Smoking is prohibited in the building and grounds. 

  • Pets are not allowed.

 

Additional Information

  • Average electricity bill is $84/month (per EverSource)

  • Average gas bill is $13/month (per EverSource)

Listing Agent:

  • Jenn McDonald, Realtor, 857-998-1026