NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $701,000 - $777,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
719 Sq Ft
$150/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 26, 2019

Last sale price $631,000 $878 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,643/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Medical Services
  • Wood Flooring
  • Golf Course Community
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1-minute walk to Hurley Street Park

About This Home

As of June 2019

189 Charles Street is a three unit condominium building that was recently gut renovated by a local developer. This third floor unit is a 2 Bedroom, 1 bath layout with a wonderful open concept. Each unit has hardwood floors throughout and a kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, including gas range, microwave & dishwasher and in unit washers and dryers. This location can’t be beat and works for both owner occupants or investors looking for rental income. A walk score of 87 shows you are just minutes to Kendall Square, MIT, and area attractions such as the Charles River, Cambridgeside Galleria and the shops and restaurants in vibrant East Cambridge. Charles Street is ideally positioned just 0.4 miles to the both the Red Line stop in Kendall Square and Green Line Station at Lechmere.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julian Lewis

ABG Realty Listed on: 05/10/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Hongdan Sun

United Real Estate, LLC

United Real Estate, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,482

Year Built

  • Built in 1873

HOA Fees

  • $150 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 719 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom
  • Laundry in unit

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating Available
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 400720

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, trash, reserve funds
  • 3 Units

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

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

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,482

Year Built

Built in 1873

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$150 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1873
  • Buyer Agency: 2
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Transaction Broker: 2
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Living Area: 719
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: NB2563
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 874.83
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 877.61
  • MAIN SO: AN1807

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 150
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Public School, T-Station, University
  • UNIT BUILDING: 3
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Trash, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 400720
  • Zoning: C1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 239

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Unknown

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1482
  • Tax Book Number: 70351

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2022
Sold by
Zhang Xiao and Wang Xiaohui
Bought by
Zhang Wang Lt
Total Days on Market
4
Current Estimated Value
$739,815

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2019
Closed on
Jun 24, 2019
Sold by
189 Charles Llc
Bought by
Zhang Xiao and Wang Xiaohui
Seller's Agent
Julian Lewis
ABG Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hongdan Sun
United Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$629,000
Sold Price
$631,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.32%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.88%
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
Zhang Wang Lt -- None Available
Zhang Xiao $631,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/26/2019 06/26/19 Sold $631,000 +0.3% $878 / Sq Ft
05/13/2019 05/13/19 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2019 05/09/19 For Sale $629,000 -- $875 / 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 $4,271 $672,600 $0 $672,600
2024 $3,809 $643,400 $0 $643,400
2023 $3,844 $656,000 $0 $656,000
2022 $3,800 $641,900 $0 $641,900
2021 $3,719 $635,800 $0 $635,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72497743

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-26 169 3