20 Cottage St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02139
Cambridgeport Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,259
Sq Ft
1,742
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of July 2016This elegant 2 bed/2 bath duplex condo is sited on a gorgeous side street in leafy Cambridgeport, only 5 blocks to Central Square and the Red Line T. A quiet retreat from the nearby bustle, this well-planned 1870 home offers graciously proportioned common spaces, high ceilings, hardwood floors, and beautiful architectural detail. Its substantial window casings and baseboards evoke the charm of its period, while recent updates and astute care give it contemporary comforts. The kitchen is a pleasure to cook in, with large work surfaces, granite counters, abundant cabinets & stainless steel appliances. The second floor is a complete master suite, with a large bedroom, full bath, and built-in office area. A welcoming farmer's porch at the front of the home and a shared patio among the side gardens offer options for outdoor enjoyment. Close to Harvard and MIT, and the location also affords easy access to downtown Boston and the Longwood Medical Area. Walk Score® of 96 and Bike Score® of 99!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 05/11/2016
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 11, 2016
Closed on
Jul 21, 2016
Sold by
Egan Mark A and Egan Amanda B
Bought by
Komyerov Melody and Komyerov Joshua
Seller's Agent
Lauren Holleran
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Max Dublin
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$768,000
Sold Price
$878,000
Premium/Discount to List
$110,000
14.32%
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$352,436
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.98%
Original Mortgage
$702,400
Outstanding Balance
$568,572
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Estimated Equity
$673,273
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 7, 2006
Sold by
Willits Amanda B and Egan Mark A
Bought by
Egan Amanda B and Egan Mark A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$448,000
Interest Rate
6.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 13, 2004
Sold by
Eldridge Caryn K and Eldridge Joseph I
Bought by
Willits Amanda B and Egan Mark A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2001
Sold by
Saems Constance L
Bought by
Eldridge Joseph I and Eldridge Caryn K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
7.2%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $878,000 | -- | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $498,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $505,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $702,400 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $446,549 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $448,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $448,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $426,400 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $333,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $402,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2020 08/13/20 | Rented | $3,950 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/07/2020 08/07/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/28/2020 07/28/20 | For Rent | $3,950 | -1.3% | -- |
| 06/23/2019 06/23/19 | Rented | $4,000 | -2.4% | -- |
| 06/12/2019 06/12/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/03/2019 06/03/19 | For Rent | $4,100 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/21/2016 07/21/16 | Sold | $878,000 | +14.3% | $697 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2016 05/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/11/2016 05/11/16 | For Sale | $768,000 | -- | $610 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,088 | $1,116,200 | $0 | $1,116,200 |
| 2024 | $6,527 | $1,102,500 | $0 | $1,102,500 |
| 2023 | $6,153 | $1,050,000 | $0 | $1,050,000 |
| 2022 | $5,998 | $1,035,200 | $0 | $1,035,200 |
| 2021 | $5,998 | $1,025,300 | $0 | $1,025,300 |
| 2020 | $5,696 | $990,600 | $0 | $990,600 |
| 2019 | $5,456 | $918,600 | $0 | $918,600 |
| 2018 | $5,440 | $842,600 | $0 | $842,600 |
| 2017 | $5,036 | $776,000 | $0 | $776,000 |
| 2016 | $4,805 | $687,400 | $0 | $687,400 |
| 2015 | $4,751 | $607,500 | $0 | $607,500 |
| 2014 | $4,670 | $557,300 | $0 | $557,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2020
Eke Wokocha
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
-
Alberto Ovalle
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Alberto Ovalle
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 564-1727
1 in this area
31 Total Sales
-
Lauren Holleran Team
L
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Lauren Holleran Team
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 913-2203
20 in this area
313 Total Sales
-
Lauren Holleran
Seller's Agent in 2016
Lauren Holleran
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 913-2203
16 Total Sales
-
Max Dublin
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Max Dublin
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 230-7615
8 in this area
163 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72003385
APN: CAMB-000103-000000-000108-000001
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