20 Cottage St Unit 2 Cambridge, MA 02139
Cambridgeport NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,173,374 - $1,272,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,250
Sq Ft
$980/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
- No Units Above
- Property is near public transit
- 2-minute walk to Dana Square Park
About This Home
As of April 2023Exquisite 1870s Mansard style home offering beautifully restored period architectural detail—original pine wide plank wood flooring, high ceilings, and large arched windows. This spacious 1250 square foot top floor duplex has 2+ beds and 1.5 baths. The first living level contains the kitchen, dining room, living room, ½ bath, and two large storage closets. There is a nice sized landing great for an office nook leading to the top floor with two large bedrooms, full bath, washer and dryer closet and a bonus room currently being used as a walk-in closet but could be an office or nursery. Other features include, 2023 heating system, basement storage, attic storage and roof rights. A welcoming front porch and a shared patio along the side garden offers wonderful outdoor spaces. Sited on a Leafy side street, just a few blocks to the Central Square Red Line T, close to Harvard and MIT with easy access to Boston and Longwood Medical—this is an ideal Cambridgeport location.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,429
Year Built
- Built in 1870
Lot Details
- 1,960
HOA Fees
- $300 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Frame Construction
- Slate Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,250 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Basement
Kitchen
- Stove
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on third floor
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Intercom
- Storm Windows
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 3323008
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Common Area
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 1, 2023
Sold by
Serpell Carla N
Bought by
Serpell Carla N and Mccarthy Jesse D
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 2009
Sold by
Shafmaster Madge K and Kanter Madge R
Bought by
Spengler Eric G and Spengler Lauren E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$270,000
Interest Rate
5.31%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 1998
Sold by
Saems Constance L
Bought by
Kanter Madge R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$251,200
Interest Rate
7.03%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serpell Carla N | -- | None Available | |
| Serpell Carla N | -- | None Available | |
| Spengler Eric G | $545,000 | -- | |
| Kanter Madge R | $314,000 | -- | |
| Kanter Madge R | $314,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Serpell Carla N | $660,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Serpell Carla N | $330,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kanter Madge R | $262,460 | |
| Previous Owner | Kanter Madge R | $268,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Spengler Eric G | $270,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shafmaster Jonathan | $185,562 | |
| Previous Owner | Kanter Madge R | $240,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kanter Madge R | $251,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/25/2023 04/25/23 | Sold | $1,100,000 | +7.3% | $880 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2023 03/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/14/2023 03/14/23 | For Sale | $1,025,000 | -- | $820 / 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 | $7,028 | $1,106,700 | $0 | $1,106,700 |
| 2024 | $6,471 | $1,093,100 | $0 | $1,093,100 |
| 2023 | $6,106 | $1,041,900 | $0 | $1,041,900 |
| 2022 | $5,952 | $1,027,200 | $0 | $1,027,200 |
| 2021 | $5,952 | $1,017,400 | $0 | $1,017,400 |
| 2020 | $5,652 | $983,000 | $0 | $983,000 |
| 2019 | $5,413 | $911,300 | $0 | $911,300 |
| 2018 | $3,199 | $835,600 | $0 | $835,600 |
| 2017 | $5,047 | $777,600 | $0 | $777,600 |
| 2016 | $4,815 | $688,900 | $0 | $688,900 |
| 2015 | $4,766 | $609,500 | $0 | $609,500 |
| 2014 | $4,689 | $559,600 | $0 | $559,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dana Schaefer
Seller's Agent in 2023
Dana Schaefer
Compass
(617) 797-5293
4 in this area
60 Total Sales
-
Karen Morgan
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Karen Morgan
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
(617) 543-6456
2 in this area
138 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73087200
APN: CAMB-000103-000000-000108-000002
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