NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1697 Cambridge St Unit 28 Cambridge, MA 02138

Mid-Cambridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $590,000 - $827,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
753 Sq Ft
1940 Built

Last Sold August 22, 2014

Last sale price $499,000 $663 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,302/month

19 Days on Market

About This Home

As of August 2014

Conveniently located on Cambridge Street in Harvard Square in a classic 1940's professionally managed brick building, this truly remarkable one bedroom/one bath condo has everything you could ask for. A renovated eat-in chef's kitchen, that includes top of the line stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry, and a beautiful tile floor, is one of the several meticulously thought-out updates that make this sun-filled unit stand out from the rest. Within minutes from Harvard Yard, public transportation, several restaurants, and markets, this charming 753 sq ft condo will not last! Laundry, bike racks, and locked storage unit in basement.

Last Listed By

Joshua Stephens

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential Listed on: 07/15/2014

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,470

Year Built

1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 3
  • Unit Placement: Middle
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1940

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 3
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Kitchen: First Floor
  • Laundry Room: Basement
  • Living Room: First Floor
  • Dining Room: First Floor
  • Family Room: First Floor

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Laundry Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Extra Storage, Refuse Removal
  • Association Pool: No
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • No Units: 50
  • Unit Building: 28

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2014
Closed on
Aug 22, 2014
Sold by
Gazza Molly A
Bought by
Chang Lin-Ti
Seller's Agent
Joshua Stephens
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
Buyer's Agent
Joshua Stephens
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$499,000
Total Days on Market
19
Current Estimated Value
$701,835

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$202,835
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2010
Sold by
Cottrell Kevin M
Bought by
Gazza Molly Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 28, 2004
Sold by
Cyrier James A and Cyrier Kathleen M
Bought by
Cottrell Kevin M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$239,200
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2001
Sold by
Jessica Lenz Irt and Jacobs Ruth B
Bought by
Cyrier James A and Cyrier Kathleen M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 1988
Sold by
Mccarthy Family Tr
Bought by
First Natl Bk Bost Tr

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
Chang Lin-Ti $499,000 --
Gazza Molly Ann $332,000 --
Cottrell Kevin M $299,000 --
Cyrier James A $239,050 --
First Natl Bk Bost Tr $92,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Cottrell Kevin M $239,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/22/2014 08/22/14 Sold $499,000 0.0% $663 / Sq Ft
08/03/2014 08/03/14 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2014 07/22/14 Off Market $499,000 -- --
07/15/2014 07/15/14 For Sale $499,000 -- $663 / 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 $4,470 $704,000 $0 $704,000
2024 $4,061 $685,900 $0 $685,900
2023 $4,060 $692,900 $0 $692,900
2022 $4,079 $689,000 $0 $689,000
2021 $3,993 $682,500 $0 $682,500
2020 $3,881 $674,900 $0 $674,900
2019 $3,714 $625,300 $0 $625,300
2018 $3,605 $573,100 $0 $573,100
2017 $3,182 $490,300 $0 $490,300
2016 $3,025 $432,800 $0 $432,800
2015 $2,759 $352,800 $0 $352,800
2014 $2,589 $309,000 $0 $309,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71713879

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000142-000000-000112-000028