NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1 Sparks St Cambridge, MA 02138

West Cambridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,654,000 - $2,683,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,688 Sq Ft
$1,279/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 20, 2016

Last sale price $1,315,000 $779 Per Sq Ft

Est. 64% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,411/month

50 Days on Market

About This Home

As of December 2016

At Long Last! A single family house in Cambridge with full views of the Charles River. At the edge of Harvard Square, and surrounded by a city garden, this former worker's cottage is full of warmth! On the first floor you will find a lovely living room with built-in bookcases and wood burning fireplace, a formal dining room, a kitchen with cozy breakfast area and a greenhouse window, and a half bath for guests. The “jewel in the crown” is the 2nd floor sitting room with it's large windows over looking the river and a spacious deck for enjoying the sunset. The principal bedroom - which is also on the 2nd floor - has double closets, a bay window and a full bath. The top floor has two more good sized bedrooms with a sky-lit bath. With newer systems, laundry and storage, the basement has high ceilings and both interior and exterior access. This very special house has been well maintained and there is parking for 2 cars in the driveway.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa May

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/13/2016

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member

Non Member Office

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,514

Year Built

1873

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Corner, Level, Scenic View(s)
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1873

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, T-Station, University
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Basement: Full, Interior Access, Unfinished Basement
  • Bedroom 2: Third Floor, 16X12
  • Bedroom 3: Third Floor, 16X12
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Bathroom #2: Second Floor
  • Bathroom #3: Third Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 8X15
  • Laundry Room: Basement, 15X18
  • Living Room: First Floor, 21X12
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 10X15
  • Master Bedroom Description: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 12X12
  • Oth1 Room Name: Library
  • Oth1 Dimen: 15X17
  • Oth1 Dscrp: Balcony / Deck

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Fieldstone
  • Waterview Flag: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Tandem, Stone/Gravel
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Schools

  • High School: Cr&l

Lot Info

  • Zoning: B
  • Lot: 39

Multi Family

  • Waterview: River

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/20/2016 12/20/16 Sold $1,315,000 -5.9% $779 / Sq Ft
11/02/2016 11/02/16 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2016 09/13/16 For Sale $1,398,000 -- $828 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $11,514 $1,813,300 $1,294,700 $518,600
2024 $10,672 $1,802,700 $1,306,000 $496,700
2023 $10,008 $1,707,900 $1,278,100 $429,800
2022 $9,771 $1,650,500 $1,269,700 $380,800
2021 $9,356 $1,599,400 $1,245,100 $354,300
2020 $8,844 $1,538,000 $1,201,900 $336,100
2019 $8,108 $1,364,900 $1,054,000 $310,900
2018 $8,397 $1,334,900 $1,047,800 $287,100
2017 $8,994 $1,385,900 $1,047,800 $338,100
2016 $8,633 $1,235,000 $921,500 $313,500
2015 $8,824 $1,128,400 $847,500 $280,900
2014 $8,780 $1,047,700 $770,500 $277,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lisa May

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Lisa May

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 429-3188

    28 in this area

    125 Total Sales

    Lisa May
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    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Non Member

    Non Member Office

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72067291

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000221-000000-000039

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 West Cambridge

1 Sparks St, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 1 Sparks St, Cambridge, MA 02138 since 13 September 2016 and is currently estimated at $2,159,728, approximately $1,279 per square foot. This property was built in 1873. 1 Sparks St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including St Peter School, Shady Hill School, and Buckingham Browne & Nichols School.

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