Seller's Agent in 2025
Robin Repucci
Compass
(617) 388-3312
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
20 Garfield St Cambridge, MA 02138
Baldwin NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,899,717 - $4,379,000
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,956
Sq Ft
$1,036/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Greenhouse
- Media Room
- Deck
- Wine Cellar
- Landscaped Professionally
- 1-minute walk to Sacramento Field
About This Home
As of February 2025Situated on a picturesque street with many historic homes , this striking Victorian is between lively Harvard & Porter Squares. It has been painstakingly restored by the current owners. Every detail has been thoughtfully done using high quality finishes and fixtures. The first floor has a gracious foyer with period staircase, stained glass, inviting dining room, double living room with fireplace and high ceilings accented by period moulding . A sunny cook's kitchen with sliders lead to a deck where you will enjoy an enchanting oasis complete with a koi pond and working greenhouse. The 2nd floor offers 3 lovely bedrooms plus study, one of which is en-suite, a 2nd full bathroom, a study and laundry room. The primary "loft like" en-suite bedroom has a double under lit quartz vanity, and custom tile shower. The finished lower level is perfect for a gym, media/play room complete with a temperature controlled wine cellar for over 1700 bottles and half bath. Extra wide paved driveway
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $22,504
Year Built
- Built in 1885
Lot Details
- 6,599 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
- Level Lot
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Blown Fiberglass Insulation
- Blown-In Insulation
- Slate Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,956 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Wine Cellar
- Media Room
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on third floor
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Storm Windows
Parking
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Stone Driveway
- Paved Parking
- Open Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Greenhouse
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 2 Cooling Zones
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- Property is near public transit and schools
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 410448
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 22, 2025
Closed on
Feb 4, 2025
Sold by
Realmuto Joseph T and Korenberg Paul E
Bought by
Christine Kromer Ret and Kromer
Seller's Agent
Robin Repucci
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$4,200,000
Sold Price
$3,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$250,000
-5.95%
Views
27
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
$147,429
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.45%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 5, 2009
Sold by
Sommers Nancy I and Hays Walter P
Bought by
Realmuto Joseph T and Korenberg Paul E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$460,000
Interest Rate
5.02%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 8, 1996
Sold by
Cavanagh John P
Bought by
Sommers Nancy I and Hays Walter P
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 8, 1989
Sold by
Harvard College
Bought by
Cavanagh John P
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christine Kromer Ret | $3,950,000 | None Available | |
| Christine Kromer Ret | $3,950,000 | None Available | |
| Realmuto Joseph T | $1,742,500 | -- | |
| Realmuto Joseph T | $1,742,500 | -- | |
| Sommers Nancy I | $680,000 | -- | |
| Sommers Nancy I | $680,000 | -- | |
| Cavanagh John P | $589,000 | -- | |
| Cavanagh John P | $589,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Cavanagh John P | $825,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cavanagh John P | $460,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/27/2025 02/27/25 | Sold | $3,950,000 | -6.0% | $998 / Sq Ft |
| 02/05/2025 02/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/22/2025 01/22/25 | For Sale | $4,200,000 | -- | $1,062 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $24,447 | $3,849,900 | $1,382,100 | $2,467,800 |
| 2024 | $22,504 | $3,801,300 | $1,439,000 | $2,362,300 |
| 2023 | $20,553 | $3,507,400 | $1,465,200 | $2,042,200 |
| 2022 | $18,930 | $3,197,600 | $1,390,300 | $1,807,300 |
| 2021 | $18,165 | $3,105,100 | $1,420,900 | $1,684,200 |
| 2020 | $17,122 | $2,977,700 | $1,382,000 | $1,595,700 |
| 2019 | $15,827 | $2,664,500 | $1,191,100 | $1,473,400 |
| 2018 | $15,602 | $2,480,500 | $1,074,900 | $1,405,600 |
| 2017 | $14,941 | $2,302,100 | $987,700 | $1,314,400 |
| 2016 | $14,273 | $2,041,900 | $854,900 | $1,187,000 |
| 2015 | $14,129 | $1,806,800 | $747,000 | $1,059,800 |
| 2014 | $14,380 | $1,716,000 | $697,200 | $1,018,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Robin Repucci
-
Paul Whaley
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Paul Whaley
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 460-4238
1 in this area
312 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73328124
APN: CAMB-000155-000000-000002
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