NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $3,333,000 - $4,003,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,278 Sq Ft
$1,107/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 22, 2020

Last sale price $3,040,000 $927 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,795/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Radiant Floor
  • Patio
  • French Doors
  • Fenced Yard
  • Security Service
  • 2-minute walk to Longfellow Park

About This Home

As of July 2020

In 2005 they had a vision of the ideal city house, one that celebrates elegance, comfort & the beauty of its surroundings. On a private way abutting Longfellow Park, they have everything they need at their fingertips: the shops, restaurants, theater & public transportation in Harvard Sq, the Charles River, and the ease of coming and going from West Cambridge. Taken back to the studs & rebuilt, this re-imagined cottage has 5 bedrooms including a lovely master suite, 3 full & 1 half bathrooms, and a south-facing kitchen/dining room with oversized island & amazing storage. In the summer-time, they throw open the French doors and the bluestone patio & garden is their 9th room. In the winter, they light the gas fireplace in the living room and bask in the lovely light and the warmth of their surroundings. As they embark on a new chapter they will miss their beautiful home but trust that its next owner will delight in their vision and love living at 2 Willard Street Court as they have.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lisa May

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 05/28/2020

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Arthur Horiatis

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,135

Year Built

  • Built in 1896

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access
  • Fenced Yard
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Radiant Floor
  • Tile

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hydro-Air Heating System
  • Water Holding Tank
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • French Doors
  • Patio
  • Basement

Community Details

  • Security Service

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,135

Year Built

Built in 1896

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 945.70
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1896
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1896

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available, French Doors, Wired for Surround Sound, Internet Available - Unknown
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Vent Hood
  • No Bedrooms: 5
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 16X17, Bathroom - Full, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 11X10, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 20X11, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 4: On Level: Third Floor, Dimension: 15X10, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 5: On Level: Third Floor, Dimension: 15X12, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 3X6, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 7X8, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Dimension: 8X6, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • No Rooms: 8
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X19, Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room: On Level: Basement, Dimension: 19X20, Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 12X18, Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, French Doors, Kitchen Island, Cabinets - Upgraded, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Pendant
  • Laundry: On Level: Basement, Dimension: 10X17, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X19, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full, Finished, Interior Access, Exterior Access
  • Other Room 1: Name: Bathroom, On Level: Third Floor, Dimension: 9X7, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall
  • Other Room 2: Name: Vestibule, On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 8X5, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Main Lo: BB5918
  • Main So: BB5918
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3278.00
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Composition Shingles
  • Exterior: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard, Garden Area
  • Insulation Feature: Fiberglass

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heating: Hydro Air, Hydronic Floor Heat(Radiant)
  • Heat Zones: 3
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven, for Gas Dryer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, University

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 2071600.00
  • Acre: 0.06
  • Lot Size: 2450.00
  • Page: 208
  • Zoning: res
  • Lot Description: Fenced/Enclosed

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows, Insulated Doors

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 12251.80
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 415857

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2005
Sold by
Preusser Mary Ellen
Bought by
Morse Barry G and Morse Dixie Lee C
Total Days on Market
13
Current Estimated Value
$3,628,284

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
5.67%
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
Morse Barry G $1,200,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kripke Jeffrey $2,431,000
Closed Morse Barry G $1,000,000
Closed Morse Barry G $385,000
Closed Morse Barry G $749,000
Closed Morse Barry G $750,000
Closed Morse Dixie Lee C $300,000
Closed Morse Barry G $250,000
Closed Morse Barry G $600,000
Previous Owner Preusser Mary Ellen $490,000
Previous Owner Preusser Mary Ellen $168,000
Previous Owner Preusser Mary E $75,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/22/2020 07/22/20 Sold $3,040,000 -1.9% $927 / Sq Ft
06/10/2020 06/10/20 Pending -- -- --
05/28/2020 05/28/20 For Sale $3,100,000 -- $946 / 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 $17,135 $2,698,400 $1,362,700 $1,335,700
2024 $15,805 $2,669,700 $1,390,800 $1,278,900
2023 $14,600 $2,491,500 $1,385,100 $1,106,400
2022 $13,874 $2,343,600 $1,374,700 $968,900
2021 $12,707 $2,172,100 $1,349,000 $823,100
2020 $11,912 $2,071,600 $1,291,100 $780,500
2019 $10,697 $1,800,900 $1,087,500 $713,400
2018 $9,208 $1,763,100 $1,081,900 $681,200
2017 $10,832 $1,669,000 $1,031,700 $637,300
2016 $10,312 $1,475,200 $892,300 $582,900
2015 $10,622 $1,358,300 $836,500 $521,800
2014 $11,138 $1,329,100 $814,200 $514,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72663039

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000219-000000-000032