NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 Concord Ave Unit 1A Cambridge, MA 02138

Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $735,000 - $877,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,147 Sq Ft
$344/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 15, 2019

Last sale price $560,000 $488 Per Sq Ft

Est. 48% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,045/month

100 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Intercom
  • Tile Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of March 2019

Great New Price! In the heart of Observatory Hill, this two bedroom plus den condominium features oversized picture windows, drawing in morning rays of sunshine to this spacious and flexible floorpan. This home features an updated kitchen (2012) with stainless steel appliances, cream colored cabinets, granite countertops and an updated tiled and granite bathroom (2012). Conveniences include an in unit laundry, assigned parking, additional storage, central air conditioning, a private entrance and a small patio. Other recent improvements include a new roof (2018) and new heating and air conditioning system (2015). Only a block to Huron Village and a short walk (.4 mile) to Harvard University, Law School and Red Line. Multiple bus routes outside your front door and easy access to the red line, Route 2, the MA Turnpike and downtown Boston. Move in condition. Excellent turnkey opportunity for investors or owner occupant. This is a perfect Cambridge location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jack Bruneau

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton Listed on: 11/01/2018

Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

Last Buyer's Agent

Arthur Horiatis

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,875

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access

HOA Fees

  • $344 per month

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00227 L:000220001A

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,875

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$344 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Garden, Low-Rise
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 504.80
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 1A
  • Unit Level: 1
  • Unit Placement: Garden
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1970

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available, Intercom
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X11, Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture, Cable Hookup
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X11, Closet, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: First Floor
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • No Rooms: 6
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 20X14, Flooring - Laminate
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X7, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Recessed Lighting, Gas Stove
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X12, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture
  • Other Room 1: Name: Den, On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X10, Flooring - Laminate, Window(s) - Picture
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: K95001
  • Main So: NB2109
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1147.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Insulation Feature: Unknown
  • Exterior Unit Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, Assigned, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heating: Central Heat, Forced Air, Electric
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 344.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Extra Storage, Refuse Removal, Garden Area
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: Peabody Gardens

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 513500.00
  • Page: 233
  • Parcel Number: M:00227 L:000220001A
  • Zoning: C1

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 3124.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 416425

Multi Family

  • No Units: 16
  • No Units Owner Occ: 11

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 1, 2018
Closed on
Mar 7, 2019
Sold by
Wilson Caroline M
Bought by
Jamas Spiros and Jamas Debbie B
Seller's Agent
Jack Bruneau
Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Buyer's Agent
Arthur Horiatis
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-6.51%
Current Estimated Value
$829,149

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$269,149
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.75%
Original Mortgage
$448,000
Outstanding Balance
$396,248
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$410,639

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2018
Sold by
Brian Miller
Bought by
He Guojin and He Jennifer

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$576,000
Interest Rate
4.53%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 20, 2013
Closed on
Jan 10, 2014
Sold by
Geno L Neri T
Bought by
Maire Caroline E
Seller's Agent
Patti Brainard
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Hu Ji
Peter Gee Associates
List Price
$429,000
Sold Price
$432,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
0.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.48%
Original Mortgage
$332,000
Interest Rate
4.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2006
Sold by
Neri Geno L
Bought by
Geno L Neri T and Neri Geno L
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Jamas Spiros $560,000 --
He Guojin $720,000 --
Maire Caroline E $432,000 --
Geno L Neri T -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Jamas Spiros $448,000
Previous Owner Maire Caroline E $576,000
Previous Owner Maire Caroline E --
Previous Owner Maire Caroline E $332,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/15/2019 03/15/19 Sold $560,000 -3.3% $488 / Sq Ft
02/09/2019 02/09/19 Pending -- -- --
01/05/2019 01/05/19 Price Changed $579,000 -3.3% $505 / Sq Ft
11/01/2018 11/01/18 For Sale $599,000 0.0% $522 / Sq Ft
08/16/2017 08/16/17 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
01/10/2014 01/10/14 Sold $432,000 0.0% $377 / Sq Ft
12/27/2013 12/27/13 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2013 12/02/13 Off Market $432,000 -- --
11/20/2013 11/20/13 For Sale $429,000 -- $374 / 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 $3,875 $610,300 $0 $610,300
2024 $3,604 $608,800 $0 $608,800
2023 $3,457 $590,000 $0 $590,000
2022 $3,406 $575,300 $0 $575,300
2021 $3,306 $565,200 $0 $565,200
2020 $3,177 $552,500 $0 $552,500
2019 $3,050 $513,500 $0 $513,500
2018 $3,047 $473,200 $0 $473,200
2017 $2,969 $457,500 $0 $457,500
2016 $2,904 $415,400 $0 $415,400
2015 $2,879 $368,100 $0 $368,100
2014 $2,835 $338,300 $0 $338,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jack Bruneau

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Jack Bruneau

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

    (781) 929-7935

    13 Total Sales

    Jack Bruneau
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  • Arthur Horiatis

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Arthur Horiatis

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 901-9518

    3 in this area

    9 Total Sales

    Arthur Horiatis
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  • Jeffrey Holden

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Jeffrey Holden

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton

    (781) 296-6313

    13 Total Sales

    Jeffrey Holden
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  • Patti Brainard

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Patti Brainard

    Compass

    (781) 789-5767

    9 in this area

    146 Total Sales

    Patti Brainard
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  • Hu Ji

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Hu Ji

    Peter Gee Associates

    (617) 605-7469

    Hu Ji
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72418537

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000227-000000-000022-000001A

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 Neighborhood Nine

159 Concord Ave Unit 1A, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 159 Concord Ave Unit 1A, Cambridge, MA 02138 since 01 November 2018 and is currently estimated at $829,149, approximately $722 per square foot. This property was built in 1970. 159 Concord Ave Unit 1A is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School, St Peter School, and Cambridge Montessori School.

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