159 Lake View Ave Cambridge, MA 02138
West Cambridge NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,149,000 - $2,457,000
8
Beds
3
Baths
4,222
Sq Ft
$538/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Property is near public transit
- Corner Lot
- Granite Flooring
- 3 Fireplaces
- 5-minute walk to Larch Road Park
About This Home
As of May 2023Do not miss this opportunity to own this Lakeview Avenue home or create a unique investment prop/condo conversion near Harvard/Huron Village. Large 2 Family Home on Lakeview Avenue in Huron Village! Used as a large family home for decades and worth the wait for its new owners and next chapter!! Multiple opportunities for this home to continue as a generational home for a large family, an investment property or Dramatic Cambridge Condo Conversion in prime location! Newer Heat, hot wtr and Roof, as well as replacement windows throughout. Original character and charm are untouched with large built in China cabinets and fireplace mantels. Orig Hard wd floors throughout with dramatic Parquet flooring in Dining area. Large double Pocket doors in both units! 4 season Heated porch on 2nd floor, with additional roof decks on 2nd & 3rd floors. This unique home needs updating, with older kitchens and baths, but it is worth the love with its unique size, location and potential to all buyers!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Chris Delaney
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate Listed on: 09/28/2022
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,574
Year Built
- Built in 1903
Lot Details
- 4,060 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
Home Design
- Duplex
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 4,222 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 2 Levels
- 3 Fireplaces
- Gas Fireplace
- Granite Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Dishwasher
- Washer
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 8 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Driveway
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 00040
Community Details
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
- Bike Trail
Additional Features
- 2 Units
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 2025
Sold by
159 Lakeview Dev Llc
Bought by
Campos Nicole G
Total Days on Market
163
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,778,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,776,189
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$494,770
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 11, 2017
Sold by
Donaghy John G and Donaghy Carol A
Bought by
Carol A Donaghy Lt
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campos Nicole G | $2,540,000 | None Available | |
| Campos Nicole G | $2,540,000 | None Available | |
| Carol A Donaghy Lt | -- | -- | |
| Carol A Donaghy Lt | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Campos Nicole G | $1,778,000 | |
| Closed | Campos Nicole G | $1,778,000 | |
| Previous Owner | 159 Lakeview Dev Llc | $2,706,061 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/11/2023 05/11/23 | Sold | $1,950,000 | -7.1% | $462 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2023 03/11/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/01/2023 03/01/23 | Price Changed | $2,100,000 | 0.0% | $497 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2023 03/01/23 | For Sale | $2,100,000 | +7.7% | $497 / Sq Ft |
| 01/10/2023 01/10/23 | Off Market | $1,950,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/27/2022 10/27/22 | Price Changed | $2,399,000 | -4.0% | $568 / Sq Ft |
| 09/28/2022 09/28/22 | For Sale | $2,499,000 | -- | $592 / 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 | $13,338 | $2,100,500 | $869,000 | $1,231,500 |
| 2024 | $10,710 | $1,809,100 | $906,400 | $902,700 |
| 2023 | $10,048 | $1,714,700 | $923,500 | $791,200 |
| 2022 | $9,574 | $1,617,200 | $903,200 | $714,000 |
| 2021 | $9,384 | $1,604,100 | $885,300 | $718,800 |
| 2020 | $9,094 | $1,581,500 | $876,600 | $704,900 |
| 2019 | $8,331 | $1,402,600 | $739,900 | $662,700 |
| 2018 | $8,048 | $1,279,500 | $666,600 | $612,900 |
| 2017 | $8,353 | $1,287,000 | $649,900 | $637,100 |
| 2016 | $8,117 | $1,161,200 | $569,900 | $591,300 |
| 2015 | $7,995 | $1,022,400 | $499,900 | $522,500 |
| 2014 | $7,475 | $892,000 | $426,600 | $465,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2023
Chris Delaney
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
(617) 864-4600
-
James Marsden
J
Buyer's Agent in 2023
James Marsden
Marsden Properties LLC
(617) 645-8737
2 in this area
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73042033
APN: CAMB-000236-000000-000040
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