$545,000
SOLD JUL 20, 2018
1 Bed
1 Bath
644 Sq Ft
$116/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$846 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • 1-minute walk to Hurley Street Park

About This Home

As of June 2019

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION!!! Come see this recently renovated condo in the highly sought out area of East Cambridge. This 1 bedroom/1 bathroom boasts an open floor plan, huge walk-in bedroom closet, in unit laundry, recessed lighting with an updated bathroom and kitchen. The property contains a brand new architectural shingled roof, new cedar siding, new full exterior paint, new insulation, new electrical, new boiler w/ tankless hot water heater and more! Experience city living without the hustle and bustle of the city. This is truly a commuters dream as it is within walking distance to two train lines- the Lechmere Green line T and the Kendall Square Red line. As well as being easily accessible to major highways. Do not miss this opportunity as it won't last!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Neil Japlit

Keller Williams Realty Boston South West License #449590480 Listed on: 06/06/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Herb Kimsey

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,122

Year Built

  • Built in 1873

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access

HOA Fees

  • $116 per month

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Tankless Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Basement

Community Details

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,122

Year Built

Built in 1873

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$116 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: 2/3 Family
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Year Built Description: Unknown/Mixed
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 815.22
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1873
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Level: 2
  • Unit Placement: Middle
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1873

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Vent Hood
  • No Bedrooms: 1
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Remodeled
  • No Rooms: 2
  • Kitchen: On Level: Second Floor, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Open Floor Plan, Remodeled
  • Laundry: On Level: Second Floor
  • Living Room: On Level: Second Floor, Flooring - Wood, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floor Plan, Remodeled
  • Basement: Y
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: BB3351
  • Main So: BB3282
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 644.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Insulation Feature: Full, Fiberglass
  • Exterior Unit Features: Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: On Street Permit

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: 100 Amps
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas
  • Hot Water: Tankless
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 116.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Electric, Water, Master Insurance
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: 159 Fifth Street Condominium

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 400711

Multi Family

  • No Units: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2019
Closed on
Jun 21, 2019
Sold by
Goodchild Bruce
Bought by
Rubin-Willis Jessica
Seller's Agent
Herb Kimsey
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Noemia Alves-Vendetti
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Total Days on Market
12
Current Estimated Value
$603,747

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$58,747
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.73%
Original Mortgage
$299,750
Outstanding Balance
$266,265
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$337,482

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2018
Closed on
Jul 20, 2018
Sold by
Kasdon Henry B
Bought by
Goodchild Bruce
Seller's Agent
Neil Japlit
Keller Williams Realty Boston South West
Buyer's Agent
Herb Kimsey
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$545,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
3.81%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.00%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $545,000 --
Deed $545,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $299,750 New Conventional
Closed $5,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Closed $327,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/21/2019 06/21/19 Sold $545,000 0.0% $852 / Sq Ft
04/30/2019 04/30/19 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2019 04/24/19 For Sale $545,000 0.0% $852 / Sq Ft
07/20/2018 07/20/18 Sold $545,000 +3.8% $846 / Sq Ft
06/18/2018 06/18/18 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2018 06/06/18 For Sale $525,000 -- $815 / 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 $3,122 $491,600 $0 $491,600
2024 $2,725 $460,300 $0 $460,300
2023 $2,830 $483,000 $0 $483,000
2022 $2,819 $476,200 $0 $476,200
2021 $2,759 $471,700 $0 $471,700
2020 $2,757 $479,500 $0 $479,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72340748

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-26 159 2