NOT LISTED FOR SALE

20 Wendell St Cambridge, MA 02138

Baldwin Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,691,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
3,997 Sq Ft
$423/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 03, 2023

Last sale price $1,900,000 $475 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,450/month

130 Days on Market

About This Home

As of November 2023

*Offers on this property are due 5/16* Presenting 20 Wendell Street, a 3,997 SF, 2-story building located in the Harvard Square area of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Institutionally owned and maintained, and offered unencumbered by long-term lease commitments, this property presents immense value-add potential through the potential redevelopment to multifamily residential and condominium conversions, among other options and strategies. 20 Wendell Street is situated in one of the most esteemed locations in the world with unmatched access to many of the nation’s top colleges and universities, technology and bio-tech employers and many of the region’s best shopping and dining amenities. The property is located within a 10-minute walk of a MBTA Redline station, as well as Harvard and Lesley University.

Last Listed By

Chris Sower

Cushman & Wakefield Listed on: 04/27/2023

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,904

Year Built

  • Built in 1855

Lot Details

  • 7,499 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,997 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1 Level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Community Details

  • 2 Units

Listing and Financial Details

  • Total Actual Rent $19,998
  • Assessor Parcel Number 410515

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,904

Year Built

Built in 1855

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Property Sub Type: 2 Family - 2 Units Up/Down
  • Year Built: 1855
  • Buyer Agency: 2.0
  • Transaction Broker: 0
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • APOD AVAILABLE: No
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Living Area: 3997
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 3
  • MAIN LO: AN6656
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 525.39
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 475.36
  • MAIN SO: AN6656

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Roof: Shingle, Slate
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 410515
  • Zoning: 9
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Other
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Size Area: 0.17
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7499
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 99
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 9
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9
  • Tax Book Number: 99

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Total Actual Rent: 19998
  • LEVELS 1: 1
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • LEVELS 2: 1
  • LEASE 2: N
  • LEASE 1: N
  • FLRS 1: 1
  • FLRS 2: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 24, 2025
Sold by
20 Wendell Steet Llc
Bought by
Fl 20 Wendell Dev Llc
Total Days on Market
130
Current Estimated Value
$1,691,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$4,487,250
Outstanding Balance
$4,475,249
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 1979
Bought by
Lesley College

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Fl 20 Wendell Dev Llc $2,875,000 None Available
Fl 20 Wendell Dev Llc $2,875,000 None Available
Lesley College $375,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Fl 20 Wendell Dev Llc $4,487,250
Closed Fl 20 Wendell Dev Llc $4,487,250
Previous Owner 20 Wendell Street Llc $3,200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/03/2023 11/03/23 Sold $1,900,000 -9.5% $475 / Sq Ft
09/05/2023 09/05/23 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2023 04/27/23 For Sale $2,100,000 -- $525 / 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 $12,904 $2,032,200 $1,486,500 $545,700
2024 $0 $2,072,800 $1,547,600 $525,200
2023 $0 $2,036,200 $1,575,800 $460,400
2022 $0 $1,911,000 $1,495,400 $415,600
2021 $0 $1,946,800 $1,528,400 $418,400
2020 $0 $1,896,900 $1,486,500 $410,400
2019 $9,903 $1,667,100 $1,281,200 $385,900
2018 $9,519 $1,513,300 $1,156,200 $357,100
2017 $0 $1,433,700 $1,062,500 $371,200
2016 -- $1,264,200 $919,600 $344,600
2015 -- $1,108,400 $803,600 $304,800
2014 $7,975 $1,021,700 $749,900 $271,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Chris Sower

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Chris Sower

    Cushman & Wakefield

    18 in this area

    40 Total Sales

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73104008

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000156-000000-000030

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 Baldwin

20 Wendell St, Cambridge, MA

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This home is located at 20 Wendell St, Cambridge, MA 02138 since 27 April 2023 and is currently priced at $1,691,000, approximately $423 per square foot. This property was built in 1855. 20 Wendell St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Saint Theresa School and St Peter School.

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