NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 Hancock St Unit 15 Cambridge, MA 02139

Mid-Cambridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,019,299 - $1,274,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,100 Sq Ft
1900 Built

Last Sold March 31, 2020

Last sale price $1,005,100 $914 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,423/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 1-minute walk to Cooper Square Park

About This Home

As of March 2020

Remarkable Mid-Cambridge opportunity! This 3 bedroom plus office /1 bathroom unit is perfectly situated between Harvard & Central Squares on a tree-lined street, just steps to many of Cambridge's best offerings. Open floor plan, hardwood floors, private balcony & high ceilings make this sunfilled unit warm & inviting. Many updates including kitchen, bath, all electrical, paint, floors and more! Private basement storage room, bike storage and in unit laundry. Gas heat and hot water included in condo fee. The owners association is well managed and committed to maintaining the integrity of the building and the common areas. Fantastic location for this very desirable property near Harvard, Central and Inman Squares for shops, restaurants, clubs, galleries, universities, public library, buses, and red line T stops. OPEN HOUSES Sat Feb. 22nd 12-2pm and Sun Feb. 23 12-2pm. Seller to review all offers Feb. 25th at 12pm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Button and Co.

LAER Realty Partners Listed on: 02/19/2020

LAER Realty Partners

Co-Listed By

Mona Bottoni

LAER Realty Partners

Last Buyer's Agent

Bonny Lamb

Compass

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,951

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Year Round Access
  • Basement

Community Details

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00115 L:0005700015

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,951

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Mid-Rise, Brownstone
  • Other Agent: 2.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 863.64
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 15
  • Unit Level: 4
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Fourth Floor, Closet - Cedar, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Fourth Floor
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Fourth Floor, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - With Tub & Shower, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 2: Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bathroom 3: Flooring - Hardwood
  • No Rooms: 7
  • Dining Room: On Level: Fourth Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Lighting - Pendant
  • Kitchen: On Level: Fourth Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Gas Stove
  • Laundry: On Level: Fourth Floor, Closet
  • Living Room: On Level: Fourth Floor, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Basement: Y
  • Other Room 1: Name: Office, On Level: Fourth Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN1405
  • Main So: AN2383
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1100.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Insulation Feature: Mixed
  • Exterior Unit Features: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, Common
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amps
  • Heating: Hot Water Radiators, Steam, Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, Washer Hookup

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 558.68
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: 159-161 Hancock Street Condominium Trust

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 794200.00
  • Page: 577
  • Parcel Number: M:00115 L:0005700015
  • Zoning: C1

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 4718.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 406313

Multi Family

  • No Units: 17

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 19, 2020
Closed on
Mar 25, 2020
Sold by
Pollans Lily B and Pollans Tiffany Thacher
Bought by
Demonchaux Nicholas A and Moll Kathryn W
Seller's Agent
Button and Co.
LAER Realty Partners
Buyer's Agent
Bonny Lamb
Compass
List Price
$950,000
Sold Price
$1,005,100
Premium/Discount to List
$55,100
5.8%
Current Estimated Value
$1,118,075

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$112,975
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.95%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$264,158
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
Second Mortgage Made To Cover Down Payment
Estimated Equity
$853,917

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2012
Sold by
Ettinger Sherri L
Bought by
Tiffany Thacher B and Pollans Lily B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$347,200
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 2003
Sold by
Ettinger Ronald D
Bought by
Ettinger Sherri Lynn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.45%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Demonchaux Nicholas A $1,005,100 None Available
Tiffany Thacher B $434,000 --
Ettinger Sherri Lynn $125,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Demonchaux Nicholas A $300,000
Previous Owner Tiffany Thacher B $347,200
Previous Owner Ettinger Sherri Lynn $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/31/2020 03/31/20 Sold $1,005,100 +5.8% $914 / Sq Ft
02/26/2020 02/26/20 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2020 02/19/20 For Sale $950,000 -- $864 / 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 $5,951 $937,200 $0 $937,200
2024 $5,522 $932,700 $0 $932,700
2023 $5,316 $907,100 $0 $907,100
2022 $5,297 $894,700 $0 $894,700
2021 $5,157 $881,500 $0 $881,500
2020 $4,919 $855,400 $0 $855,400
2019 $4,718 $794,200 $0 $794,200
2018 $2,512 $729,700 $0 $729,700
2017 $4,429 $682,500 $0 $682,500
2016 $4,318 $617,700 $0 $617,700
2015 $4,274 $546,500 $0 $546,500
2014 $4,102 $489,500 $0 $489,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Button and Co.

    Laer Realty

    221 Total Sales

    Button and Co.
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  • M

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Mona Bottoni

    Laer Realty

    (617) 803-0194

    56 Total Sales

    Mona Bottoni
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  • Bonny Lamb

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Bonny Lamb

    Compass

    (617) 803-8080

    6 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Bonny Lamb
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72621272

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000115-000000-000057-000015

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02139 Mid-Cambridge

159 Hancock St Unit 15, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 159 Hancock St Unit 15, Cambridge, MA 02139 since 19 February 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,118,075, approximately $1,016 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 159 Hancock St Unit 15 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Prospect Hill Academy Charter School and Saint Paul's Choir School.

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