NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $748,000 - $837,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,050 Sq Ft
$284/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 29, 2019

Last sale price $670,000 $638 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,356/month

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Custom Closet System
  • Marble Flooring
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit
  • 2-minute walk to Quincy Street Open Space

About This Home

As of August 2019

UNION SQUARE. A blend of old world charm w/ tasteful renovations. Open spacious floor plan offers high ceilings-almost 10' in most rooms! Bow window area for bonus space in living room & Master Bedroom. Over-sized living room with many windows offers flexibility for your daily use. Granite & stainless kitchen w/light oak cabinets & tall storage closet plus unique upper window for extra light. Adjacent dining room with access to study w/closet & door to expansive private porch overlooking city owned gardens plus yard for outdoor grilling. Conveniently placed in-unit stack washer/dryer plus bonus full-size laundry in large basement storage room. Cedar lined closets in bedrooms. Updated bathroom w/marble floor & extra storage. Wonderful East-West light exposures. Direct access to large unfinished basement with huge private storage room & multiple shelving units. Basement has door to back yard w/easy access for bikes & storage. Superior location- close to many conveniences. A-MUST-SEE

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sara Rosenfeld

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 07/10/2019

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Last Buyer's Agent

James Katsiroubas

Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton

Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,063

Year Built

  • Built in 1870 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $284 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,050 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Insulated Doors
  • Utility Room with Study Area
  • Storage
  • Exterior Basement Entry

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Marble
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Custom Closet System
  • Cedar Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
  • Dryer
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Individual Controls for Heating
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:63 B:A L:32 U:1L,756715

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, reserve funds
  • 6 Units
  • 21 School Street Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Shops

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,063

Year Built

Built in 1870 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$284 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Architectural Style: Other (See Remarks)
  • Year Built: 1870
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 2.5
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Marble, Engineered Hardwood, Flooring - Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Storage, Closet, Recessed Lighting, Study, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Gas Water Heater,Tank Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer, Utility Connections for Electric Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 120
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Cedar Closet(s), Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Lighting - Sconce
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 182
  • Master Bathroom Features: No
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Marble, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Open Floorplan, Lighting - Sconce
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Area: 112
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Open Floorplan, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer Hookup, Gas Stove, Lighting - Pendant, Lighting - Overhead
  • Room Kitchen Area: 132
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Laundry Closet, First Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 342
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1050
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
  • MAIN LO: an6181
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 633.33
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 638.1
  • MAIN SO: BB5522

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony / Deck, Garden, Rain Gutters
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Rubber, Other
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 283.5
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1L
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:63 B:A L:32 U:1L,756715
  • Zoning: Res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 320
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5062.58
  • Tax Book Number: 63746

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2019
Closed on
Aug 21, 2019
Sold by
Rafkind David and Rafkind Valerie
Bought by
Verna Kimberly C
Seller's Agent
Sara Rosenfeld
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
James Katsiroubas
Coldwell Banker Realty - Milton
List Price
$679,000
Sold Price
$670,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.33%
Total Days on Market
17
Current Estimated Value
$795,174

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$125,174
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.71%
Original Mortgage
$469,000
Outstanding Balance
$415,967
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$365,653

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2014
Closed on
Jun 12, 2014
Sold by
Hsieh Michael A
Bought by
Rafkind David and Rafkind Valerie
Seller's Agent
Patricia Reilly
Buyer's Agent
Sara Rosenfeld
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,100
8.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.18%
Original Mortgage
$391,000
Interest Rate
4.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 1998
Sold by
Tyson Amy J
Bought by
Towle Mark and Hopkins Shannon L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$167,200
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Verna Kimberly C $670,000 --
Rafkind David $490,000 --
Towle Mark $176,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Verna Kimberly C $469,000
Previous Owner Rafkind David $391,000
Previous Owner Hsieh Michael A $172,346
Previous Owner Towle Mark $187,000
Previous Owner Hsieh Michael A $217,500
Previous Owner Towle Mark $167,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2019 08/29/19 Sold $670,000 +0.8% $638 / Sq Ft
07/27/2019 07/27/19 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2019 07/18/19 Price Changed $665,000 -2.1% $633 / Sq Ft
07/10/2019 07/10/19 For Sale $679,000 +38.6% $647 / Sq Ft
06/12/2014 06/12/14 Sold $490,000 0.0% $467 / Sq Ft
05/02/2014 05/02/14 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2014 04/17/14 Off Market $490,000 -- --
04/10/2014 04/10/14 For Sale $449,900 -- $428 / 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 $7,303 $669,400 $0 $669,400
2024 $6,858 $651,900 $0 $651,900
2023 $6,741 $651,900 $0 $651,900
2022 $6,386 $627,300 $0 $627,300
2021 $6,262 $614,500 $0 $614,500
2020 $5,634 $558,400 $0 $558,400
2019 $5,063 $470,500 $0 $470,500
2018 $5,905 $522,100 $0 $522,100
2017 $5,648 $484,000 $0 $484,000
2016 $5,665 $452,100 $0 $452,100
2015 $4,726 $374,800 $0 $374,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72531776

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000063-A000000-000032-000001L