NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1800 Massachusetts Ave Unit 5 Cambridge, MA 02140

Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $423,000 - $535,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
314 Sq Ft
1920 Built

Last Sold May 31, 2013

Last sale price $217,000 $691 Per Sq Ft

Est. 111% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,566/month

8 Days on Market

About This Home

As of May 2013

Charming, versatile lower level studio offers a flexible layout for your Pied a Terre or investment property. Right in Porter sq across from the shopping center, red line T & the commuter rail; Nr Lesley U, & Harvard Law. Fully functional kitchen tucked in a corner, sleeping alcove and still room for a loveseat, dining table and chairs. Hardwood oak floors, track lighting, full sized windows, and situated on the quiet side of the building. Last tenant paid $1,400/mo. This is a Mighty Mouse!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy Dixon

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge License #449522640 Listed on: 04/17/2013

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Last Buyer's Agent

Dura Winder

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,043

Year Built

1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 0
  • Unit Placement: Back
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: No
  • Number of Rooms: 1
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Medical Facility, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Energy: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Bathroom #1: Basement
  • Kitchen: Basement
  • Living Room: Basement
  • Master Bedroom: Basement
  • Master Bedroom Description: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame, Brick
  • Exterior: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: On Street Permit
  • Parking Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: Porter Square Condominium
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Refuse Removal
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • No Units: 66
  • Unit Building: 5

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2013
Closed on
May 31, 2013
Sold by
Wigdahl James M and Wigdahl Cynthia K
Bought by
Lin Alexander and Lin Chun P
Seller's Agent
Nancy Dixon
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Dura Winder
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$199,000
Sold Price
$217,000
Premium/Discount to List
$18,000
9.05%
Current Estimated Value
$456,879

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$239,879
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.12%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2010
Sold by
Wigdahl James M
Bought by
Wigdahl James and Wigdahl Cynthia K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2005
Sold by
Wfb Futurama Rentals L
Bought by
Wigdahl James M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,000
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 1997
Sold by
Fisher Michael D
Bought by
Asb T and Steinbergh Alex M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 1989
Sold by
Porter Sq T
Bought by
Fisher Michael D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$6,432
Interest Rate
9.69%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Lin Alexander $217,000 --
Wigdahl James -- --
Wigdahl James M $160,000 --
Asb T $1,000 --
Fisher Michael D $7,432 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Wigdahl James M $152,000
Previous Owner Fisher Michael D $6,432
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/31/2013 05/31/13 Sold $217,000 +9.0% $691 / Sq Ft
04/25/2013 04/25/13 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2013 04/17/13 For Sale $199,000 -- $634 / 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 $2,043 $321,800 $0 $321,800
2024 $1,905 $321,800 $0 $321,800
2023 $1,760 $300,400 $0 $300,400
2022 $1,780 $300,700 $0 $300,700
2021 $1,743 $297,900 $0 $297,900
2020 $1,636 $284,500 $0 $284,500
2019 $1,566 $263,600 $0 $263,600
2018 $1,522 $241,900 $0 $241,900
2017 $1,480 $228,100 $0 $228,100
2016 $1,399 $200,200 $0 $200,200
2015 $1,386 $177,200 $0 $177,200
2014 $1,182 $141,100 $0 $141,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71510274

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000176-000000-000013-000800-5