NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,417,000 - $1,580,000

6 Beds
2 Baths
2,174 Sq Ft
$694/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 30, 2024

Last sale price $1,495,000 $688 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,639/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near public transit
  • 0.08 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • 2-minute walk to Hurley Street Park

About This Home

As of May 2024

Opportunity awaits at 166 Charles St in Cambridge, just 2 blocks to Life-Sciences Hub, Kendall Sq. Providing quick and easy access to MIT, Harvard, and downtown Boston, as well as two T-Stops, you can't ask for a more ideally situated address. Here's a well cared for two-family home set off the street with tons of privacy. With two bedrooms on the first floor and four in the second floor unit, this house is perfect for multi-generational living, an income property, or possible condo conversion. The focal point of the 1st floor is a lovely, renovated kitchen with an island and a dining area, and sliding doors that lead directly to an amazing, over-sized deck, perfect for entertaining large groups. The spacious upstairs unit has 4 bedrooms, skylights, and large eat-in kitchen with a dining/sun room area. Additionally, there is potential to expand into the basement. Finally, get away from it all in the serene and secluded back yard, framed by a wall of ivy.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Lilley

RE/MAX Real Estate Center Listed on: 03/13/2024

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Last Buyer's Agent

The Moving Great Boston Team

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,147

Year Built

  • Built in 1854

Lot Details

  • 3,401 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,174 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Sliding Doors
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Parking

  • 3 Car Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 110 Volts
  • 60 Amp Service

Listing and Financial Details

  • Total Actual Rent $2,700
  • Rent includes unit 1(water)
  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00027 L:00074,400764

Community Details

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Additional Features

  • 2 Units
  • Net Operating Income $32,400

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,147

Year Built

Built in 1854

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Sub Type: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
  • Year Built: 1854
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • APOD AVAILABLE: No
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Stone/Granite/Solid Counters, Upgraded Cabinets, Upgraded Countertops, Bathroom with Shower Stall, Open Floorplan, Slider, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Bathroom With Tub, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office/Den
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Washer, Dryer, Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Living Area: 2174
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • MAIN LO: BB9927
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 687.67
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 687.67
  • MAIN SO: AN2213

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony/Deck, Garden
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced/Enclosed, Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Wood
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Oven
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: 110 Volts, 60 Amps/Less
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT UNITS: 2
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Unit 1(Water)
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:00027 L:00074,400764
  • Zoning: C-1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Lot Size Area: 0.08
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3401
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 549
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7147
  • Tax Book Number: 63827

Multi Family

  • Gross Income: 32400
  • Net Operating Income: 32400
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Total Actual Rent: 2700
  • LEVELS 1: 1
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • LEVELS 2: 2
  • LEASE 2: N
  • LEASE 1: N
  • FLRS 1: 1
  • FLRS 2: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2023
Sold by
Di Biase Ft and Whelan
Bought by
Whelan Cheryl A and Dibiase William
Total Days on Market
9
Current Estimated Value
$1,508,716

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 19, 2014
Sold by
Dibiase Rocco and Dibiase Dolores
Bought by
Dibiase Ft and Dibiase

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 1982
Bought by
Whelan Cheryl and Rocco-Dibiase Said
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
Whelan Cheryl A -- None Available
Whelan Cheryl A -- None Available
Dibiase Ft -- --
Dibiase Ft -- --
Whelan Cheryl -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gershanok Alexander $1,186,000
Closed Gershanok Alexander $1,186,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2024 05/30/24 Sold $1,495,000 0.0% $688 / Sq Ft
03/23/2024 03/23/24 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2024 03/13/24 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $688 / 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 $7,585 $1,194,500 $721,000 $473,500
2024 $7,147 $1,207,300 $751,500 $455,800
2023 $6,546 $1,117,000 $717,500 $399,500
2022 $6,382 $1,078,100 $717,400 $360,700
2021 $8,836 $1,051,000 $704,000 $347,000
2020 $6,044 $1,051,100 $710,700 $340,400
2019 $5,995 $1,009,300 $697,100 $312,200
2018 $7,117 $857,500 $578,100 $279,400
2017 $5,167 $796,100 $516,800 $279,300
2016 $4,641 $664,000 $404,600 $259,400
2015 $4,508 $576,500 $346,800 $229,700
2014 $3,970 $473,700 $268,600 $205,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73212060

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000027-000000-000074