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Highland Terrace – 36 Highland Ave Cambridge
Highland Terrace at 36 Highland Avenue in Cambridge is a 49-unit condo building. Built in 1940, it’s distinctive Art Deco architecture is unique in Cambridge condominium buildings. Rich in well preserved architectural detail, the building is a visual treat.
The five-story brick building is located on a pretty tree lined Mid-Cambridge street close to Harvard, Inman and Central Square.
There are studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom condos at Highland Terrace.
36 Highland Ave Cambridge Features
- Elevator building
- Hardwood floors
- Common roof deck with views of Boston
- Bike room
- Common laundry
- Heat and hot water included in condo fee
Recent Sales at Highland Terrace
Two one-bedroom condos sold in 2007 - for $285,000 and $327,500
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Highland Terrace condos are located at 36 Highland Avenue, Cambridge, Mass 02139
Condos at 138-140 Huron Ave Cambridge
138-140 Huron Ave in Cambridge MA is a 12-unit building built in 1888 that was renovated and converted to condos in 2003.
Most of the units are two-room studio / one-bedrooms or small two-bedroom condos. Most are sized between 375 and 760 sq.ft. with one larger condo that includes finished lower level space.
The building is at the intersection of Concord Ave about a mile from Harvard Square or Porter Square. The shops and restaurants of Huron Village are close by.
138-140 Huron Ave Features
- Oak floors
- Maple cabinets and granite counters in the kitchen
- Storage and common laundry
- Each condo has a deep parking space that holds two cars
- Condo fee includes heat and hot water
Recent Sales of Condos at 138-140 Huron Ave Cambridge
In 2009:
- A 507 sq.ft. unit sold for $279,000
- A 627 sq.ft. two-bedroom condo sold for $312,000
If condos are available in the building they’ll appear below. Click on the small photo for more information and additional photographs.
138-140 Huron Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138.
Glass Factory Condos – 169 Monsignor O’Brien Highway
The Glass Factory at 169 Monsignor O’Brien Highway is an eight-story building with 104 condos. The condos were renovated in 2004 when the building was converted from apartments. There are two-room studios, one and two-bedroom condos.
While the name suggests that the building was used as a factory of some sort I haven’t been able to document that. Records show that the building was originally an office building built in 1925, owned by the Boston and Maine Railroad. I’d love to learn about the factory connection if anybody knows the scoop.
The Glass Factory is in East Cambridge near the Lechmere T station and very close to downtown Boston. The Cambridgeside Galleria mall, the Charles River, and the Museum of Science are nearby.
Residents have created on online forum for the building.
Glass Factory Condos Feature
- Elevator building
- Central air conditioning
- Huge windows
- Concierge service
- Business Center
- Club room
- Media Room
- Fitness Center with Nautilus exercise equipment
- Some condos have garage or outdoor parking
- Some condos have in-unit laundry
- Heat and hot water included in the condo fee
- Pets allowed with restrictions
Recent Glass Factory Sales - 169 Monsignor O’Brien Highway
- A two room studio without parking sold for $241,000 in Dec. 2009
- A one-bedroom condo without parking sold for $298,000 in Jan. 2009
- Several two-bedroom, two-bath condos with garage or outdoor parking have sold in the last year. Several were foreclosed or short sale units. Sale prices ranged from $350,000 to $475,000
If condos are available in the building they’ll appear below. Click on the small photo for more information and additional photgraphs.
The Glass Factory Condominiums are located at 169 Monsignor O’Brien Highway, Cambridge, MA 02141
Fresh Pond Greenway – Condos at 773 Concord Ave Cambridge
Fresh Pond Greenway at 773 Concord Avenue, Cambridge MA is a 25-unit condo building built in 2006. The four-story building was built to Energy Star standards. You’re sure to save on your energy bills here since the building is 30% better insulated than required by state building codes.
Cambridge real estate buyers will appreciate the access to Fresh Pond Reservation across the street and the proximity to the Red Line subway station at Alewife. Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, a movie theatre, and more are nearby.
Fresh Pond Greenway Features
- One to three-bedroom condos, 680-1449 sq.ft.
- Elevator
- Garage parking and guest parking
- In unit washer and dryer
- Central air conditioning
- Eco friendly dual flush toilets (the first time toilets have made my features lists!!)
- Kitchens with granite counters, stainless steel Energy Star appliances, and shaker style maple cabinets
- Pet friendly
- Outside common area for grilling
Condo Sales at 773 Concord Ave – Fresh Pond Greenway
- Fresh Pond Greenway condos sold for prices between $282,500 and $584,000.
- In 2008, a 686 sq.ft. one-bedroom condo sold for $287,000
- In 2008, a 1427 sq.ft. three-bedroom condo sold for $500,000
More Cambridge Condominiums
Cambridge Condos With Swimming Pools
Newport Road Condos in Porter Square
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The Fresh Pond Greenway condos are at 773 Concord Avenue, Cambridge Mass 02138.
Condos In Renovated Churches
Churches and synagogues converted to condos often result in dramatic spaces with soaring ceilings, beautiful oversized windows and preserved architectural details. A number of former churches have been turned into condos in Cambridge, Somerville and Watertown. Loft buyers will appreciate the wide open spaces in these reused buildings.
Converted Churches and Synagogues in Cambridge
99 Otis Street Cambridge
The Saint Hedwig Church was built in 1939 and converted to condos in 1998. There are four multi-level lofts and heated garage parking. Condos range in size from 1308 to 2017 sq.ft. Two units were on the market this year for $689,000 and $699,000.
CHECK FOR AVAILABLE CONDOS AT 99 OTIS ST
101 Third Street, East Cambridge – James Greene Condos
The church at 101 Third Street in East Cambridge is one of the oldest church buildings in Cambridge. Built in 1827 as a Unitarian church it became the Holy Cross Church in 1940. In 2000 it was converted to four luxury condos. The condos ranged in size from 1300 to 3160 sq.ft. and sold for $585,000 to $1,300,000.
CHECK FOR CONDOS FOR SALE AT 101 THIRD ST
238 Columbia Street – Art Space Condos
In 1901 the first synagogue was built in Cambridge at 238 Columbia Street. The Beth Israel Synagogue was converted to ten artists’ live / work lofts in the early 1980s. Condo buyers do not need to be artists to buy in the building. A 1115 sq.ft. unit sold in 2009 for $420,000.
CHECK FOR CONDOS FOR SALE AT 238 COLUMBIA ST
Converted Churches in Somerville
Orange Hall Lofts – 7 Park Avenue
The former church at 7 Park Avenue in the heart of Davis Square was converted to three enormous lofts in 2000. Condos range in size from 3522 to 6136 sq.ft.
CHECK FOR LOFTS FOR SALE AT 7 PARK AVE, SOMERVILLE
The Sanctuary Lofts – 60 Tufts St Somerville
The Sanctuary, 17 loft condos in a former church with a new modern addition, was developed in 2000. The church structure was built in 1869 as the First Universalist Church and then became the Orpheum Theatre in 1916. The lofts have ceilings as high as 30′ and many have multi-level layouts. In 2008 a 1446 sq.ft. condo sold for $395,000 and a foreclosed unit sold for $310,000.
CHECK FOR SANCTUARY CONDOS FOR SALE
1 Summer Street Somerville
The First Methodist Church in Union Square was built in the 1860s and converted to seven condos in 2006. Condos range in size from 1200 to 4574 sq.ft. and ceiling heights in some of the units soar to 60 ft. Each condo has garage parking and there is an elevator. A 2465 sq.ft. three-bedroom condo sold for $850,000 in 2007.
CHECK FOR CONDOS FOR SALE AT 1 SUMMER ST
Churches Converted to Condos In Watertown
Two large churches have recently been converted to condominiums in Watertown MA.
Bell Tower Place Condos – 444 Mount Auburn St
The former St. Theresa’s Church has been converted to seven condominiums with two additional units in the former rectory. Condos have high end finishes, central air conditioning, a fireplace, and garage parking. Much of the interior detail in the 100-year old church has been incorporated into these stunning condos. Bell Tower Place is marketed by Hammond Residential.
SEE CONDOS FOR SALE AT BELL TOWER PLACE
Mount Auburn Village – 134 Mt Auburn Street
Eight of the 14 units at Mount Auburn Village near Watertown Square are in the former First Baptist Church. The condos have dramatic layouts with one unit featuring amazing views from the former bell tower. The condos are listed by Gail Roberts of Coldwell Banker in Cambridge.
SEE CONDOS FOR SALE AT MOUNT AUBURN VILLAGE
Like the idea of living in a former church? How about a former school? Check out:
Condos in Renovated Schools in Medford
Cambridge and Somerville Renovated School Condos
321 Harvard Street Cambridge – Stone Chapel Condos
The condo building at 321 Harvard Street in Cambridge is often referred to as the “Stone Chapel” condos because of the eye catching church tower entry.
This was originally the site of a Unitarian church designed in 1911 by architects Newhall and Blevins, a Boston firm that designed more than 40 buildings in Cambridge including The Castle at 10 Dana Street and the Inman Square fire station.
A 1974 fire damaged the church building which was subsequently torn down, leaving only the stone tower. A 30 unit brick apartment building was then built around the stone church tower.
Today the building houses 30 one and two-bedroom condos. Cambridge real estate buyers will appreciate the modern amenities and proximity to Central Square and Harvard Square.
321 Harvard Street Cambridge Condos Feature:
- Multi-level layouts
- Garage parking
- Elevator building
- Central air conditioning
- In-unit laundry hookups
- Balcony
- Large common yard
- Storage
- Condo fee includes heat and hot water
- Professionally managed
- Pets are not allowed
321 Harvard Street Real Estate Sales
There hasn’t been a sale in the building since 2005 when
- A one-bedroom with 1.5 baths sold for $346,500
- A two-bedroom condo with 1.5 baths sold for $415,000
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MORE CAMBRIDGE CONDOS
276 Harvard Street – The Elmhurst
University Green in Harvard Square
The Stone Chapel Condos are at 321 Harvard Street, Cambridge MA 02139
15 Upland Road Cambridge – Condos In Porter Square
15 Upland Road in Cambridge is a six-unit condo building in Porter Square at the base of Avon Hill. The building style is what I call a “double triple-decker”.
This former apartment building was gutted, renovated and converted to condos in 2000. My friend lived there when it was under rent control and I can attest to the transformation.
The building is in the heart of Porter Square. Roll out of bed, grab a bagel at Bruegger’s, and hop on the Red Line T or commuter rail across the street. Down Mass Ave in one direction is Harvard Square, or head in the other direction to Davis Square.
15 Upland Road Cambridge Condo Features
- Two bedroom condos with one bath
- Open living / dining / kitchen
- Granite counters, stainless steel appliances
- Bay windows
- Crown molding
- In-unit laundry
- Marble bath
- Central air conditioning
- Back deck
- Hardwood floors
- Storage
15 Upland Rd Real Estate Sales
There hasn’t been a sale in the building since 2007 when a top floor unit sold for $415,000.
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15 Upland Road, Cambridge MA 02140 is a three-story, six-unit condo building.
2427 Mass Ave Cambridge – Trolley Square Condos
2427 Mass Ave in Cambridge, the Trolley Square Condos, is a mansard-style building built in 1999. There are seven two-bedroom condos in the complex.
The building is located in North Cambridge by the intersection of Cameron Ave where the bike path crosses Mass Ave. Davis Square is nearby and restaurants and shops line the street as you walk towards Porter Square and Harvard Square.
2427 Mass Ave Cambridge Features
- Two bedroom condos with 1 – 2.5 baths
- Condos range in size from 660 – 1433 sq.ft.
- Decks
- In-unit laundry
- Storage area
- Garage parking
- Central air conditioning
- Up to two pets with permission of trustees
2427 Mass Ave Cambridge Real Estate Sales
The most recent sale in the building was a two bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,344 sq.ft. unit that sold for $463,750 in 2006.
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Trolley Square Condos are located at 2427 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge MA 02140.
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