Bright and spacious, updated first floor condo in the highly desirable Harvard Lawn area of Belmont. Flooded with natural light, space abounds with an eat-in-kitchen featuring stainless steel, cherry cabinets and granite countertops leading to a back porch and yard for grilling and al fresco dining. Open concept dining room with built-ins,wainscoting, and crown molding leads to a large living room and sunny, separate office/family room. Two large bedrooms, gleaming hardwood floors, and high ceilings. Great storage and closet space. Central air for those warm summer nights. Spacious lower level, open and bright, with in-home laundry, extra sink, storage space, and room for home gym or hang out space. Maintenance free vinyl siding, large energy-efficient windows, Azek composite porches. Minutes to Cambridge, Back Bay, restaurants, golf, parks, Fresh Pond, and so much more. Catch the #73 bus to Harvard Square. One garage parking spot, one off-street spot and shared guest parking.
CondoProperty Type
1924Year Built
5,662 sq ftLot Size
$642Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Rosemary Sullivan• Conway - Hingham
Bought with Bridget Fortunate• Elevated Realty, LLC
Major Price Reduce. This first floor sunny, updated 2-bedroom condo in the highly desirable Harvard Lawn area of Belmont. No Condo fee. Ready to move in. 10 minutes from Harvard Square, it boasts convenient access to major highways, as well. Large, energy-efficient windows, stainless steel kitchen appliances with cherry cabinets, hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, central A/C and additional heated office/family room. Walk to parks, shops and restaurant, the #73 bus line to Harvard Square. One garage parking + one off street parking; shared porch and yard space. Property is in Move-in condition, just unpack and move-in.
MLS PIN #71786282
Feb 23, 2015
Sold
$489,750
$425/sq ft
Jan 27, 2015
Contingent
—
Jan 21, 2015
Listed
$439,900
$382/sq ft
+8
Here's the one you've been waiting for! This sunny, updated 2-bedroom, rarely-available Harvard Lawn home is a commuter's dream. Beautiful, affordable & 10 minutes from Harvard Square, it boasts convenient access to major highways, as well. With solid New England construction, this first floor home was renovated in 2004 to retain its classic charm and detailing. It features large, energy-efficient windows,stainless steel kitchen with cherry cabinets, W/D, hardwood floors throughout, central A/C.. Walk to parks, shops and restaurants. Ample closets and storage space, garage+ 1 parking; shared porch and yard space. Move right in!
Public Records
Apr 8, 2005
Sold
$416,000
$361/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,381 (+10.6%)
$648,000
2024
$6,674 (−0.2%)
$632,000
2023
$6,688 (+3.7%)
$595,000
2022
$6,450 (+1.4%)
$558,000
2021
$6,359 (+13.1%)
$551,000
2020
$5,621 (−10.6%)
$511,000
2019
$6,290 (+6.5%)
$539,000
2018
$5,905 (+1.6%)
$486,000
2017
$5,812 (−7.1%)
$458,000
2016
$6,255 (+13.0%)
$498,000
2015
$5,534 (+0.2%)
$429,000
2014
$5,522 (+3.3%)
$409,000
2013
$5,345 (−0.1%)
$401,000
2012
$5,353 (+11.1%)
$401,000
2011
$4,819 (+5.4%)
$364,000
2010
$4,572 (+2.3%)
$376,000
2009
$4,471
$376,000
Tax history for 68 Unity Ave #1
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,381 (+10.6%)
$648,000
2024
$6,674 (−0.2%)
$632,000
2023
$6,688 (+3.7%)
$595,000
2022
$6,450 (+1.4%)
$558,000
2021
$6,359 (+13.1%)
$551,000
2020
$5,621 (−10.6%)
$511,000
2019
$6,290 (+6.5%)
$539,000
2018
$5,905 (+1.6%)
$486,000
2017
$5,812 (−7.1%)
$458,000
2016
$6,255 (+13.0%)
$498,000
2015
$5,534 (+0.2%)
$429,000
2014
$5,522 (+3.3%)
$409,000
2013
$5,345 (−0.1%)
$401,000
2012
$5,353 (+11.1%)
$401,000
2011
$4,819 (+5.4%)
$364,000
2010
$4,572 (+2.3%)
$376,000
2009
$4,471
$376,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,152
Year built
1924
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Middlesex County
APN
3727607S
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Off Street, Paved
Utilities: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: $75
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Reserve Funds
Location Information
Directions: Belmont St. to Park. 68 Unity is on the corner of Park and Unity.
UnparsedAddress: 68 Unity Ave # 1, Belmont MA 02478
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,152
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3727607S
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School
Public 4-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Belmont High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
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