Located in the highly sought-after Puritan Arms, this bright and sunny third-floor corner unit offers quintessential Harvard Square living with sweeping views of the picturesque Cambridge Common. With hardwood floors throughout and abundant natural light, this generously sized one-bedroom combines classic charm with everyday comfort. The spacious, south-facing living room is ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen features gas cooking, ample cabinet space, and a charming breakfast nook. The bedroom includes several windows and two closets, with a full bathroom conveniently located across the hall. Enjoy the ease of a professionally managed, elevator building with a live-in superintendent and common laundry. Moments from Harvard University, Harvard Law School, and the Red Line MBTAwith easy access to multiple bus routesthis home places you at the heart of one of Cambridges most vibrant and historic neighborhoods.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 14.5 x 13.6
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 197
- Primary Bedroom Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 4
- Living Room Dimensions: 17.5 x 18.6
- Living Room Sqft: 325
- Entry Foyer Level: 3
- Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement Description: N
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 4.9 x 6.9
- Bathroom 1 Sqft: 33
- Primary Bathroom Features: No
- Bathroom 1 Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Features: Steam
- Heating: Yes
Interior Features
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Dimensions: 14.6 x 12.2
- Kitchen Features: Flooring - Vinyl
- Kitchen Sqft: 178
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s)
- Association Fee: 459
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 459
- Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
Multi-Unit Info
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 3896
- City Region: Harvard Square
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Middlesex
- Directions: Waterhouse St to Follen St
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Parcel Number: 411370
- Zoning: C1
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Year Built: 1925
- Building Area Total: 800
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper, Front)
- Property Age: 100
- Roof: Rubber
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Structure Type: Brownstone
- Year Built Details: Approximate
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- for Gas Range
- Water Source: Public
Home Features
- Security Features: Intercom