$751,000
SOLD JUL 18, 2016
2 Beds
1 Bath
900 Sq Ft
1909 Built

Recently Sold

$834 Per Sq Ft

11% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2016

Raised first floor two-bedroom with spectacular light exposures and easy access to Harvard and the many great shops and restaurants along Mass Ave. Bursting with original character-defining details, this very special home will delight. Designed in 1909 by Newhall & Blevins for Frank Harlow, the property includes many of their hallmark design elements: abundant windows and window bays, five-panel doors with original brass hardware, a decorative mantel with ornate insert. Additional charms are the octagonal dining room with original china cabinet, and the balcony off the master bedroom, which is accessed through Jeffersonian triple sash windows. 9-foot ceilings and maple floors throughout. Tiled, windowed bath with tub/shower surround and pedestal sink. A large private room in the basement provides over 100sf of storage space. Professionally managed and thoroughly splendid. Not to be missed!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chloe Glover

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge License #449587521 Listed on: 06/22/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Drapkin

Compass

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Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,975

Year Built

1909

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 1
  • Unit Placement: Front
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1909

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 5
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, University
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Bedroom 2: First Floor, 9X13
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor, 6X7
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 7X11
  • Laundry Room: Basement
  • Living Room: First Floor, 12X17
  • Master Bedroom: First Floor, 11X12
  • Master Bedroom Description: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Balcony - Exterior
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 12X13
  • Oth1 Room Name: Entry Hall
  • Oth1 Dimen: 6X11
  • Oth1 Dscrp: Closet, Flooring - Wood, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting
  • Oth1 Level: First Floor
  • No Living Levels: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Rubber
  • Construction: Frame, Brick
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Exterior Unit Features: Balcony

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Steam, Gas, Common
  • Cooling Zones: 2
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: 2-4 Avon Street Condominium
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • No Units: 16
  • Unit Building: 7

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: M:00174 L:00051002/7
  • Zoning: B

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2016
Closed on
Jul 18, 2016
Sold by
Kelly Robin K
Bought by
Hilts Philip and Macdowell Una
Seller's Agent
Chloe Glover
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Drapkin
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List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$751,000
Premium/Discount to List
$76,000
11.26%
Current Estimated Value
$856,117

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$105,117
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.93%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2004
Sold by
Freundlich Kenneth B
Bought by
Kelly Robin K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$316,800
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 1991
Sold by
Vogt Mary W
Bought by
Freundlich Kenneth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$8,200
Interest Rate
9.58%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Not Resolvable $751,000 --
Deed $396,000 --
Warranty Deed $396,000 --
Warranty Deed $150,700 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $375,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $376,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $385,200 No Value Available
Previous Owner $385,200 No Value Available
Previous Owner $316,800 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $8,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2021 06/20/21 Rented $3,000 0.0% --
06/08/2021 06/08/21 For Rent $3,000 +7.1% --
01/04/2021 01/04/21 Rented $2,800 0.0% --
12/19/2020 12/19/20 Under Contract -- -- --
10/20/2020 10/20/20 Price Changed $2,800 -6.7% $3 / Sq Ft
10/05/2020 10/05/20 For Rent $3,000 0.0% --
07/18/2016 07/18/16 Sold $751,000 +11.3% $834 / Sq Ft
06/28/2016 06/28/16 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2016 06/22/16 For Sale $675,000 -- $750 / 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 $4,975 $783,500 $0 $783,500
2024 $4,565 $771,100 $0 $771,100
2023 $4,484 $765,200 $0 $765,200
2022 $4,507 $761,300 $0 $761,300
2021 $4,411 $754,100 $0 $754,100
2020 $4,239 $737,200 $0 $737,200
2019 $4,057 $683,000 $0 $683,000
2018 $3,938 $626,000 $0 $626,000
2017 $3,476 $535,600 $0 $535,600
2016 $3,329 $476,300 $0 $476,300
2015 $3,291 $420,900 $0 $420,900
2014 $3,236 $386,200 $0 $386,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72027797

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000174-000000-000051-000002-7