850 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 11

Cambridge, Massachusetts 02139

$600,000

This lovely 1-bedroom with parking is ideally located in Cambridge Courtyard, steps from Central Square. The beautifully landscaped courtyard greets you with a tasteful assortment of hydrangeas, Japanese maples and decorative grasses. The sun-filled condo features almost 9 ft. ceilings, oak hardwood floors, freshly painted walls, updated lighting, and a generous living room and bedroom. Original architectural touches like moldings and French doors add charm and character. The contemporary white eat-in kitchen features new LG & Whirlpool stainless appliances, a tile backsplash, and under cabinet lighting. The unbeatable location offers convenient access to 2 Red Line stations, the Charles River, restaurants, shops, cafes and other attractions of Central and Harvard squares. A deeded parking space is included. The professionally managed building has an intercom, dedicated storage, and a card-operated laundry room in the basement. Ideal for an owner-occupant or investor.


Property Details

1 Bedroom

1 Bath

681 SF


 
 

Showing Information

Please join us for our Open Houses below:

Thursday, August 5th

12:00-1:30 PM

 

Friday, August 6th

5:00-6:30 PM

Saturday, August 7th

12:30-2:00 PM

Sunday, August 8th

12:30-2:00 PM

If you need to schedule an appointment at a different time, please call Lisa J. Drapkin (617.930.1288) she can arrange an alternative showing time.



Additional Information

  • Living area: 681 interior sf

  • 3 rooms, 1 bedroom, 1 bath

  • Year built: 1920

  • Year converted: 2003

  • Condo fee: $391

Interior

  • The building's foyer includes an intercom for visitors to contact residents and leads to an entryway with access to stairs.

  • The condo opens into an oversized living room with 2 windows and plenty of space for a dining table or a work-from-home area.

  • French doors separate the living room from the kitchen.

  • The eat-in kitchen boasts new stainless appliances, plentiful white cabinets, a tile backsplash, and stylish laminate tile flooring. Appliances include a brand new LG stainless refrigerator, oven, dishwasher and a brand new Whirlpool microwave.

  • The sizable 11 x 20 ft. bedroom has 3 windows along 2 walls for abundant natural light as well as a walk-in closet. Just outside the bedroom is a large closet.

  • The bathroom has a timeless hexagonal and white tile floor as well as clean subway tile along 3 walls. Other features include a deep tub and shower with tile surround, a pedestal sink, mirrored medicine cabinet, toilet and window.

 

Systems & Basement

  • Heat: Supplied by a common boiler (3-4 years old) through forced hot water radiators. Heat is included in the condo fee.

  • Hot Water: Supplied by common boiler.

  • Cooling: 2 window AC units (included in the sale).

  • Electrical: 60 amps through circuit breakers.

  • Laundry: A tidy common laundry room in the basement with 2 card-operated washing machines and dryers along with a utility sink.

  • Storage: An assigned, lockable 7 x 7 ft. storage space in the basement.

 

Exterior and Property

  • The building was built in 1920 and converted to condos in 2003.

  • The exterior of the building is blonde brick.

  • Roof: The rubber membrane is approximately 10 years old.

  • The 6-over-1 vinyl windows are energy-efficient thermopane with deep sills.

Parking

  • The deeded parking space is located at the back of the building and is accessible from Green Street (parking space #11).

     

Association & Financial Information

  • There are a total of 70 (63 residential & 7 commercial) units in the association. The management company estimates that 25% of the residential units are owner-occupied.

  • 2 owners own more than 1 unit but not more than 10% of the units.

  • The building is professionally managed by the Lundgren Management Group.

  • Unit 11's beneficial interest is 1.48%.

  • The condo fee for unit 11 is $391/month. The fee covers heat, hot water, water and sewer, master insurance, professional management, maintenance, landscaping, snow removal and contribution to capital reserves.

  • The association's reserve account had a balance of $63,188.18 as of May 31, 2021.

  • The annual property taxes were $3,376.01 in FY21. With the residential exemption discount, the taxes would be $2,363,21.

  • Pet Policy: Pets are permitted. *See condo documents for more information.

  • Rental Policy: No rentals shorter than 30 days.

  • Smoking Policy: Restricted in common areas.

Listing Agents:

  • Todd J. Denman, 617-697-7462, Todd.Denman@Compass.com

  • Lisa J. Drapkin, 617-930-1288, Lisa.Drapkin@Compass.com