NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $876,000 - $970,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,474 Sq Ft
$225/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 16, 2022

Last sale price $821,000 $332 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,568/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Medical Services
  • Open Floorplan
  • Golf Course Community
  • No Units Above
  • 1-minute walk to Morrison Park

About This Home

As of May 2022

Stunning penthouse duplex features master craftsmanship and two private outdoor spaces. Relax and enjoy the views from the expansive front porch or dine al fresco on the rear deck. Natural light pours into the spacious living area. If you like open concept living you will love how the living room, dining room and kitchen flow seamlessly together. The living room features a bay window and the entry is framed by handsome pillars. A chef’s kitchen includes granite counter tops, breakfast bar, pendant lighting, SS Bosch appliances, gas cook top and ample cabinet space. The den offers a cozy spot to curl up with a book and there are two bedrooms and a full bath on this level...think flex space! Three additional bedrooms, a full bath + laundry are on the upper level. This impressive home also features CA, garage and private storage in the LL. Set in a lovely suburban style neighborhood yet so close to the T, Boston, Harvard Square, highways and downtown Medford shops and restaurants!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa Howitt

Compass Listed on: 04/06/2022

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Hudson Santana

Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,988

Year Built

  • Built in 1925 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • No Units Above
  • Security Fence

HOA Fees

  • $225 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,474 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Sliding Doors
  • Sitting Room
  • Dining Area
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on third floor
  • Dual Closets
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Pedestal Sink
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:L14 B:1122,4936784

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance
  • 2 Units
  • 159 161 Central Avenue Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Storm Doors

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,988

Year Built

Built in 1925 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$225 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Stone / Slate, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider, Sitting Room, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Tank Water Heaterless, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Oven
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Cable Hookup, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 132
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 120
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 165
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom5 Level: Third
  • Room Bedroom5 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Bedroom5 Area: 156
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Exterior Access, Lighting - Overhead, Closet - Double
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 209
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 45
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Lighting - Sconce, Pedestal Sink
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bathroom 2 Level: Third
  • Bathroom 2 Area: 72
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Lighting - Sconce
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Dining Room Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Area: 225
  • Room Kitchen Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Countertops - Upgraded, Breakfast Bar / Nook, Cabinets - Upgraded, Deck - Exterior, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant
  • Room Kitchen Area: 234
  • Laundry Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Third Floor, In Unit, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Area: 208
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Slider
  • Living Area: 2474
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: B13001
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 305.17
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 331.85
  • MAIN SO: BB5474

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: No One Above
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Security, Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Storage, Assigned, Off Street, Paved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Association Fee: 225
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, Other
  • UNIT BUILDING: 161
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:L14 B:1122,4936784
  • Zoning: Res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4791.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • LOT SIZE: 4975
  • PAGE: 43

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5988
  • Tax Book Number: 76436

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 6, 2022
Closed on
May 16, 2022
Sold by
Carvalho-Roque Lt
Bought by
Birnbaum Daniel and Zhu Emily
Seller's Agent
Lisa Howitt
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Hudson Santana
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
List Price
$755,000
Sold Price
$821,000
Premium/Discount to List
$66,000
8.74%
Current Estimated Value
$922,196

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$101,196
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.44%
Original Mortgage
$647,000
Outstanding Balance
$614,910
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$307,286

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2020
Sold by
Roque Carlos M
Bought by
Carvalho-Roque Lt

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 3, 2014
Closed on
Feb 25, 2015
Sold by
Oliviero Connie and Hachey Renee
Bought by
Rogue Carlos M and Carvalho Daniela A
Seller's Agent
Stefanie Clifford
Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Howitt
Compass
List Price
$579,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-3.28%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.79%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Birnbaum Daniel $821,000 None Available
Carvalho-Roque Lt -- None Available
Rogue Carlos M $560,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Birnbaum Daniel $647,000
Previous Owner Rogue Carlos M $417,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/16/2022 05/16/22 Sold $821,000 +8.7% $332 / Sq Ft
04/12/2022 04/12/22 Pending -- -- --
04/06/2022 04/06/22 For Sale $755,000 +34.8% $305 / Sq Ft
02/25/2015 02/25/15 Sold $560,000 0.0% $251 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/15/2015 01/15/15 Pending -- -- --
01/07/2015 01/07/15 Off Market $560,000 -- --
11/03/2014 11/03/14 For Sale $579,000 -- $259 / 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 $6,072 $712,700 $0 $712,700
2024 $6,072 $712,700 $0 $712,700
2023 $5,964 $689,500 $0 $689,500
2022 $5,987 $664,500 $0 $664,500
2021 $6,189 $657,700 $0 $657,700
2020 $6,038 $657,700 $0 $657,700
2019 $6,179 $643,600 $0 $643,600
2018 $5,942 $580,300 $0 $580,300
2017 $5,748 $544,300 $0 $544,300
2016 $6,189 $553,100 $0 $553,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72962758

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: MEDF-000014-000000-L001122