11 Vassal Ln Cambridge, MA 02138
West Cambridge Neighborhood
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,498
Sq Ft
3,485
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of December 2020Perfection is found in this stunning single family house in West Cambridge on a quiet one way street near shops. Exceptional quality of workmanship and complete attention to detail combine to make this worker's cottage a lovely home.The 1st floor garden room is a delight with long windows opening to private city garden bringing the outside in. Living room with window seat and fireplace open to dining area. The 2nd floor office space makes a heavenly bedroom and sitting area with its own deck. Privacy in the middle of the city! Large second floor bedroom with sitting area leading to a private deck overlooking lush garden, one more bedroom on second floor. Skylit master bedroom on third floor. Basement has large laundry room, half bath, utilities and small room for office or workshop space. The garden designed by noted landscape architect Bruce Riddell is a private and quiet haven of lush greenery and granite stonework. Parking for two cars is cobblestoned. Certified de leaded.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Polly Drinkwater
Polly B. Drinkwater License #449500201 Listed on: 09/18/2013
Last Buyer's Agent
Christina Kinder Townsend
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston License #455013937
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 1, 2020
Closed on
Dec 23, 2020
Sold by
Peter R Townsend 2018 Ret
Bought by
Sharr Christianne and Herbold Nicholas
Seller's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Buyer's Agent
The Denman Group
Compass
List Price
$1,929,000
Sold Price
$1,889,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-2.07%
Total Days on Market
22
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$650,330
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.42%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,352,932
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,036,080
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 6, 2018
Sold by
Townsend Peter R
Bought by
Peter R Townsend 2018
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 18, 2013
Closed on
Nov 19, 2013
Sold by
Gray Jane C
Bought by
Townsend Peter R
Seller's Agent
Polly Drinkwater
Polly B. Drinkwater
Buyer's Agent
Christina Kinder Townsend
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$1,575,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$275,000
-17.46%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%
Original Mortgage
$1,235,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 1996
Sold by
Just Anne B
Bought by
Gray Jane C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 1988
Sold by
Outerbridge Claire
Bought by
Just Anne B
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $1,889,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $1,300,000 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $1,300,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $460,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $381,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,500,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $1,235,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2020 12/29/20 | Sold | $1,889,000 | -2.1% | $771 / Sq Ft |
| 11/20/2020 11/20/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/01/2020 11/01/20 | For Sale | $1,929,000 | +48.4% | $787 / Sq Ft |
| 11/19/2013 11/19/13 | Sold | $1,300,000 | 0.0% | $520 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2013 10/10/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/27/2013 09/27/13 | Off Market | $1,300,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/18/2013 09/18/13 | Price Changed | $1,375,000 | -12.7% | $550 / Sq Ft |
| 09/18/2013 09/18/13 | For Sale | $1,575,000 | -- | $631 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $12,318 | $1,939,800 | $892,900 | $1,046,900 |
| 2024 | $11,448 | $1,933,800 | $931,400 | $1,002,400 |
| 2023 | $10,641 | $1,815,900 | $948,900 | $867,000 |
| 2022 | $10,111 | $1,708,000 | $940,300 | $767,700 |
| 2021 | $9,568 | $1,635,600 | $921,700 | $713,900 |
| 2020 | $9,138 | $1,589,300 | $912,600 | $676,700 |
| 2019 | $8,290 | $1,395,700 | $770,300 | $625,400 |
| 2018 | $8,119 | $1,290,800 | $693,900 | $596,900 |
| 2017 | $8,116 | $1,250,600 | $676,600 | $574,000 |
| 2016 | $7,911 | $1,131,800 | $593,300 | $538,500 |
| 2015 | $7,345 | $939,300 | $458,000 | $481,300 |
| 2014 | $6,395 | $763,100 | $364,300 | $398,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Paul Whaley
Seller's Agent in 2020
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 460-4238
2 in this area
325 Total Sales
-
The Denman Group
Buyer's Agent in 2020
The Denman Group
Compass
(617) 518-4570
13 in this area
663 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2013
Polly Drinkwater
Polly B. Drinkwater
-
C
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Christina Kinder Townsend
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71585130
APN: CAMB-000230-000000-000144
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