Set on the more private, rear-facing side of a beloved mid-century modern elevator building, this home offers a treetop retreat from the activity of Harvard Square. The entryway features a double closet and built-in shelving. The open living & dining area is framed by floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, tall windows, and direct access to an 11' private balcony overlooking stately homes along Garden Street. The efficient kitchen is appointed with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, an electric stove, backsplash, and Bosch dishwasher. The bedroom area offers 2 big closets and an updated en-suite bath. Additional amenities include a laundry room, storage cage, covered bike storage, and on-site maintenance. Continental Gardens is professionally managed by Thayer & Associates and offers easy access to Harvard, Lesley, the Longy School of Music, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, and beloved shops & cafes of Huron Village. Immediate access to the MBTA & Harvard Shuttle bus routes.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 7 x 13
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 91
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 3
- Entry Foyer Level: 6
- Basement Description: Y
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 5 x 7
- Bathroom 1 Sqft: 35
- Primary Bathroom Features: No
- Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Interior Features
- Closet - Double
- Living/Dining Rm Combo
- Entry Hall
Appliances
- Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Features: Central
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Dimensions: 7 x 7
- Kitchen Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Sqft: 49
Exterior and Lot Features
- Balcony - Exterior
- Balcony
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Hot Water, Elevator(s)
- Association Fee: 534
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 534
- Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
Multi-Unit Info
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 2515.7
- City Region: Harvard Square
- Source Listing Status: New
- County: Middlesex
- Directions: Located at the intersection of Concord Avenue and Craigie Street.
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Parcel Number: 415564
- Zoning: res
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Year Built: 1965
- Building Area Total: 509
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper, Back)
- Property Age: 60
- Property Attached: Yes
- Roof: Rubber
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Structure Type: Mid-Rise
- Year Built Details: Actual, Renovated Since
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public
Home Features
- Security Features: Intercom
