NOT LISTED FOR SALE

131 Magazine St Unit 5 Cambridge, MA 02139

Cambridgeport Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,244,000 - $1,377,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,460 Sq Ft
1915 Built

Last Sold May 02, 2013

Last sale price $741,000 $508 Per Sq Ft

Est. 76% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,907/month

15 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2013

Outstanding penthouse condominium. Located in coveted Cambridgeport, near everything! This fabulous property is part of a distinguished double bowfront Victorian building. Featuring 1460 sq. ft of living space with supurb open layout, soaring 9+ ft ceilings, hardwood floors, A/C, modern kitchen, 2 full baths, huge deck, in-unit laundry, xtra storage, beautifully maintained with a wonderful blend of original details and modern conveniences. High owner-occupied, well-run association.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patti Brainard

Compass Listed on: 03/13/2013

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Last Buyer's Agent

Alex Georgeady

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2013
Closed on
May 2, 2013
Sold by
Bunner Bernard and Chekhova Elena
Bought by
Eapen Sara and Asser Maarten N
Seller's Agent
Patti Brainard
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Alex Georgeady
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List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$741,000
Premium/Discount to List
$42,000
6.01%
Total Days on Market
15
Current Estimated Value
$1,306,182

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$565,182
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.75%
Original Mortgage
$164,100
Outstanding Balance
$119,491
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$1,182,545

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2008
Sold by
Bunner Bernard and Chekhova Elena
Bought by
Bunner Bernard and Chekhova Elena

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$416,000
Interest Rate
5.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2007
Sold by
Rose David L and Broder Sharon C
Bought by
Bunner Bernard and Chekhova Elena

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$414,000
Interest Rate
6.48%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 1998
Sold by
Magazine St Nt and Bendetson Andrew P
Bought by
Rose David L and Broder Sharon C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,150
Interest Rate
6.96%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Eapen Sara $741,000 --
Bunner Bernard -- --
Bunner Bernard $589,000 --
Rose David L $329,578 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Eapen Sara $164,100
Open Eapen Sara $465,750
Previous Owner Rose David L $406,000
Previous Owner Bunner Bernard $416,000
Previous Owner Bunner Bernard $414,000
Previous Owner Rose David L $224,000
Previous Owner Rose David L $227,150
Previous Owner Rose David L $227,150
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/02/2013 05/02/13 Sold $741,000 +6.0% $508 / Sq Ft
03/28/2013 03/28/13 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2013 03/13/13 For Sale $699,000 -- $479 / 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 $7,319 $1,152,600 $0 $1,152,600
2024 $6,778 $1,144,900 $0 $1,144,900
2023 $6,319 $1,078,300 $0 $1,078,300
2022 $6,247 $1,055,200 $0 $1,055,200
2021 $6,114 $1,045,100 $0 $1,045,100
2020 $5,752 $1,000,400 $0 $1,000,400
2019 $5,511 $927,800 $0 $927,800
2018 $5,354 $851,200 $0 $851,200
2017 $5,182 $798,500 $0 $798,500
2016 $4,969 $710,900 $0 $710,900
2015 $4,923 $629,500 $0 $629,500
2014 $4,829 $576,300 $0 $576,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Patti Brainard

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Patti Brainard

    Compass

    (781) 789-5767

    8 in this area

    149 Total Sales

    Patti Brainard
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  • Alex Georgeady

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Alex Georgeady

    Compass

    (617) 416-0085

    4 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Alex Georgeady
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71493078

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000101-000000-000159-000005

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02139 Cambridgeport

131 Magazine St Unit 5, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 131 Magazine St Unit 5, Cambridge, MA 02139 since 13 March 2013 and is currently estimated at $1,306,182, approximately $894 per square foot. This property was built in 1915. 131 Magazine St Unit 5 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Prospect Hill Academy Charter School, Saint Paul's Choir School, and Boston University Academy.

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