Crowning the Longview building, Unit 603 offers 1, 802 SF of refined top-floor living with sweeping views of the Charles River, Harvard athletic fields, and beyond. This elegant 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a gracious layout with two spacious bedrooms in a private wing and a third ideal as an office or guest suite. The living room with fireplace flows into a formal dining room, while a handsome library with a second fireplace adds character. The kitchen connects to a walk-in pantry, enhancing storage and functionality. Central A/C, 8'5 ceilings, and period detailing elevate the space. As architect Louis Kahn wrote, Architecture is the thoughtful making of space... evoking a feeling of quiet joya sentiment beautifully realized throughout this top-floor home. Professionally managed, 100% owner-occupied, with 2 live-in superintendents. Landscaped common garden. Red Line to MIT, MGH, and Boston is just a block away.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 16 x 10
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16 x 10
- Primary Bedroom Sqft: 160
- Bedroom 2 Sqft: 160
- Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
- Bedroom 2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 7
- Living Room Dimensions: 21 x 13
- Office/Study Room Dimensions: 12 x 7
- Living Room Sqft: 273
- Office/Study Room Sqft: 84
- Entry Foyer Level: 6
- Living Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Crown Molding
- Office/Study Room Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Shower Stall, Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement Description: Y
- Exercise Room: Yes
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1 Dimensions: 12 x 5
- Bathroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 4
- Bathroom 1 Sqft: 60
- Bathroom 2 Sqft: 48
- Primary Bathroom Features: Yes
- Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet
- Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
Interior Features
- Bathroom - Full
- Bathroom - With Shower Stall
- Closet
- Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built
- Wainscoting
- Home Office
- Library
- Entry Hall
- Elevator
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Window Features: Insulated Windows
Appliances
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Laundry Features: In Basement, Common Area
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Heating Features: Steam, Natural Gas, Fireplace
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 16 x 12
- Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Wainscoting, Lighting - Overhead, Crown Molding
- Dining Room Sqft: 192
- Kitchen Dimensions: 10 x 10
- Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Gas Stove, Lighting - Overhead
- Kitchen Sqft: 100
Exterior and Lot Features
- Fenced Yard
- Garden
- Professional Landscaping
- Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Fenced
Waterfront and Water Access
- Waterfront
- River
- Walk to
- Access
- Direct Access
- Public
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Available for Purchase
- Parking Total: 1
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry, Elevator(s), Fitness Center, Storage, Garden Area
- Association Fee: 3001
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 3001
Multi-Unit Info
School Information
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Other Property Info
- City Region: Harvard Square
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Middlesex
- Directions: Memorial Drive in Harvard Square next to the monastery. Back entrance on Ross Street.
- Tax Year: 2025
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: condo
- Parcel Number: 411031
- Zoning: Res
- Property Subtype: Stock Cooperative
- Source System Name: C2C
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- for Gas Range
- Water Source: Public
Building and Construction
- Year Built: 1916
- Building Area Total: 1802
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Building Name: Longview Corporation
- Common Walls: No One Above
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper, Front)
- Property Age: 109
- Property Attached: Yes
- Roof: Rubber
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Structure Type: Mid-Rise
- Year Built Details: Approximate
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Home Features
- Other Equipment: Intercom
- Security Features: Intercom
