NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1643 Cambridge St Unit 72 Cambridge, MA 02138

Mid-Cambridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $748,000 - $809,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
740 Sq Ft
$444/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 01, 2021

Last sale price $705,000 $953 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,225/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Balcony
  • Wood Flooring
  • Jogging Path
  • 3-minute walk to Joan Lorentz Park

About This Home

As of September 2021

Open House Sunday, August 1st, 11:00am - 1:00pm. Enjoy the phenomenal view at treetop from this top floor condo, on the quiet side of The Cambridge House. This is a professionally managed mid-rise building, and this unit includes a deeded garage parking space. Freshly painted throughout, it boasts a spacious living room with sliders to a balcony and foyer with a large entry closet. Two spacious bedrooms have double closets and new windows. The remodeled galley kitchen has granite countertops, updated appliances, including a new electric range. The condo fee includes heat and hot water. You can't beat the great location halfway between Harvard and Inman Squares, with a walking score of 93!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Dunlavey

Brewster & Berkowitz R. E. Listed on: 07/31/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Dunlavey

Brewster & Berkowitz R. E. Listed on: 07/31/2021

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,836

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

HOA Fees

  • $444 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Deeded Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 740 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Range
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Dual Closets
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 72 / 149
  • Assessor Parcel Number 409428

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 36 Units
  • Mid-Rise Condominium
  • The Cambridge House Community

Amenities

  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Jogging Path

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,836

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$444 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5%
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 7
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Laminate
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Upper,Back)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Refrigerator,Range - ENERGY STAR
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet - Double
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Closet - Double
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Room Kitchen Features: Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Room Living Room Features: Closet, Balcony - Exterior
  • Living Area: 740
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: NB1079
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 945.81
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 952.7
  • MAIN SO: NB1079

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Under, Garage Door Opener, Deeded

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry
  • Association Fee: 444.28
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 72
  • MANAGEMENT: Professional - Off Site

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 409428
  • Zoning: C1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: Yes
  • PAGE: 433
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3835.76
  • Tax Block: 149
  • Tax Book Number: 68858
  • Tax Lot: 72
  • Tax Map Number: 140

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 36
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 15

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2021
Closed on
Sep 1, 2021
Sold by
Gajdos Lawrence and Gajdos Kathleen
Bought by
Cheng Jianbo and Wang Yan
Seller's Agent
Mary Dunlavey
Brewster & Berkowitz R. E.
Buyer's Agent
Mary Dunlavey
Brewster & Berkowitz R. E.
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$705,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
0.73%
Total Days on Market
4
Current Estimated Value
$786,307

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$81,307
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.86%
Original Mortgage
$528,000
Outstanding Balance
$484,999
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$298,578

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2017
Sold by
Gadjdos Lawrence and Gadjdos Kathleen
Bought by
Gadjdos Lawrence and Gadjdos Kathleen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2007
Sold by
Judy B Lindamood Lt
Bought by
Gajdos Kathleen and Gajdos Lawrence

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 2005
Sold by
Lindamood Judy B and Lindamood Robert L
Bought by
Judy B Lindamood Lt and Lindamood Judy B

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 1996
Sold by
Amadeo Linda D
Bought by
Lindamood Robert L and Lindamood Judy B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,250
Interest Rate
7.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Cheng Jianbo $705,000 None Available
Gadjdos Lawrence -- --
Gajdos Kathleen $327,000 --
Judy B Lindamood Lt -- --
Lindamood Robert L $122,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cheng Jianbo $528,000
Previous Owner Gajdos Lawrence $169,000
Previous Owner Lindamood Robert L $173,500
Previous Owner Gajdos Kathleen $175,000
Previous Owner Judy B Lindamood Lt $200,000
Previous Owner Lindamood Robert L $110,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/01/2021 09/01/21 Sold $705,000 +0.7% $953 / Sq Ft
08/04/2021 08/04/21 Pending -- -- --
07/31/2021 07/31/21 For Sale $699,900 0.0% $946 / Sq Ft
03/25/2020 03/25/20 Rented $2,800 0.0% --
01/16/2020 01/16/20 For Rent $2,800 0.0% --
08/24/2018 08/24/18 Rented $2,800 0.0% --
08/10/2018 08/10/18 Under Contract -- -- --
08/02/2018 08/02/18 Price Changed $2,800 -5.1% $3 / Sq Ft
06/04/2018 06/04/18 For Rent $2,950 +1.7% --
09/06/2016 09/06/16 Rented $2,900 0.0% --
08/12/2016 08/12/16 For Rent $2,900 -- --
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 $4,554 $717,100 $0 $717,100
2024 $4,139 $699,200 $0 $699,200
2023 $4,149 $708,000 $0 $708,000
2022 $3,721 $628,600 $0 $628,600
2021 $3,569 $610,100 $0 $610,100
2020 $3,469 $603,300 $0 $603,300
2019 $3,335 $561,400 $0 $561,400
2018 $1,135 $517,100 $0 $517,100
2017 $3,063 $471,900 $0 $471,900
2016 $2,931 $419,300 $0 $419,300
2015 $3,041 $388,900 $0 $388,900
2014 $2,889 $344,800 $0 $344,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72874377

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000140-000000-000149-000072