50 Follen St APT 406, Cambridge, MA, 02138
About This Home
Overlooking historic Cambridge Common, this bright and sunny fourth-floor corner unit is perfectly situated for city living. The residence features a spacious one-bedroom layout, an updated eat-in galley kitchen, a large living area with custom built-ins, ample shelving, and a convenient Murphy bed. Recently refreshed with new paint, the condo also offers generous closet space. Located close to Harvard Law School, Harvard Square, and the MBTA Red Line, the unit provides easy access to Harvard’s educational offerings, local dining, and shopping. Commuting is also an option, with direct subway connections to Kendall Square, MIT, and Boston. The professionally managed brick building includes two elevators, a full-time resident superintendent, and on-site laundry. This property would make a fine home, a wonderful pied-à-terre, or a great investment rental for a graduate student.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Excellent Transit
Biker's ParadiseSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 1980
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Common Area
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area above ground: 800
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Master Bathroom
- Features: No
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 411396
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning: Res
Features
- Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper)
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,332 | $39,984 |
| Home Insurance * | $110 | $1,320 |
| Property Taxes | $345 | $4,140 |
| Electricity | $354 | $4,259 |
| Total | $4,141 | $49,692 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | Listed for sale | $659,000 |
| 1997-09-30 | Sold | $185,000 |
| 1991-03-19 | Sold | $140,000 |
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