$785,000
SOLD JAN 27, 2021

218 Thorndike St Unit 301 Cambridge, MA 02141

East Cambridge Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
884 Sq Ft
$354/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$888 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 4-minute walk to Ahern Field
  • Security Service
  • High Speed Internet

About This Home

As of January 2021

Tucked away in the middle of everything! This bright and crisp 2 bed, 1.5 bath condominium is sited at the quiet end of Thorndike Street, only 2 blocks to the shops and restaurants lining Cambridge Street, and just 5 blocks to the heart of Kendall Square. The 120 SF deck is a luxurious private space with views to Boston and New Year's Eve fireworks. Updates include hardwood floors and all new windows, offering clean lines and energy efficiency. Also: in-unit laundry, private storage, and bike storage, all in a well maintained and professionally managed building. Deeded garage parking seals the deal, allowing one to ditch the car and live a true urban lifestyle on bike or foot. Common areas include elevator, lobby, and atop 217 Thorndike, a large common roof deck - for when we do things together once again. Pet friendly. Close to MIT, Kendall Square, Inman Square, Harvard, the Red Line, I-93, Boston and more. Walk Score® of 92 - a “Walker’s Paradise”.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Holleran Team

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Alberto Ovalle

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Hongyan Sun

Stonebridge Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,740

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

HOA Fees

  • $354 per month

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Crls High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Water Holding Tank
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Year Round Access

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00034 L:001410301B

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Security

  • Security Service

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,740

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$354 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Mid-Rise
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 899.32
  • Comp Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 301B
  • Unit Level: 3
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse, Corner, Front
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1986

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available, Internet Available - Broadband
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 13'6"X12'10, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, Main Level, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Slider, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 9'6"X9'4", Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Lighting - Overhead
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 8X5, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Lighting - Overhead
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 5X4, Bathroom - Half, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Lighting - Overhead
  • No Rooms: 4
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 10'11X5, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Remodeled
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 8X7'9", Skylight, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Main Level, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Lighting - Overhead
  • Laundry: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 5X5, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Main Level, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup, Lighting - Overhead
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Dimension: 15X14'8", Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Main Level, Cable Hookup, Exterior Access, Remodeled, Lighting - Overhead
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: BB5918
  • Main So: AN5513
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 884.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: On Street Permit
  • Garage Parking: Under, Garage Door Opener, Deeded
  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: Circuit Breakers
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heating: Central Heat, Forced Air, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Electric, Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Electric Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 353.74
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Security, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: Thorndike Place

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lottery
  • Middle School: Lottery
  • High School: CRLS

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 609200.00
  • Lot: 104B
  • Page: 53
  • Parcel Number: M:00034 L:001410301B
  • Zoning: C1
  • Master Book: 17601
  • Master Page: 024

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 1046.15
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 401047
  • Tax Year: 2021

Multi Family

  • No Units: 59

MLS Schools

  • Grade School: Lottery
  • High School: CRLS
  • Middle School: Lottery

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 18, 2023
Sold by
Guo Donghong and Yao Yunning
Bought by
Vesta Ret
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
$882,297

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 28, 2021
Closed on
Jan 15, 2021
Sold by
Peshkin Melissa C
Bought by
Guo Donghong and Yao Yunning
Seller's Agent
Hongyan Sun
Stonebridge Realty
Buyer's Agent
Hongyan Sun
Stonebridge Realty
Sold Price
$2,850

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.63%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 25, 2013
Closed on
Aug 26, 2013
Sold by
Perin Constance Est
Bought by
Peshkin Melissa C
Seller's Agent
Shahan Missaghian
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Buyer's Agent
Rachel Hillman Foy
Hillman Homes
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$468,750
Premium/Discount to List
$29,750
6.78%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.19%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 1992
Sold by
Crawley Edward F
Bought by
Perin Constance

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
8.56%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 1987
Sold by
Far V Ltd Ptnshp
Bought by
Crawley Edward F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,500
Interest Rate
10.69%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed -- None Available
Condominium Deed $785,000 None Available
Not Resolvable $468,750 --
Deed $140,000 --
Deed $164,850 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $85,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $131,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/18/2023 03/18/23 Rented $3,590 0.0% --
03/04/2023 03/04/23 Under Contract -- -- --
02/02/2023 02/02/23 For Rent $3,590 +26.0% --
03/15/2021 03/15/21 Rented $2,850 0.0% --
02/03/2021 02/03/21 Under Contract -- -- --
01/28/2021 01/28/21 For Rent $2,850 0.0% --
01/27/2021 01/27/21 Sold $785,000 -1.3% $888 / Sq Ft
12/22/2020 12/22/20 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2020 12/15/20 For Sale $795,000 +69.6% $899 / Sq Ft
08/26/2013 08/26/13 Sold $468,750 +6.8% $527 / Sq Ft
08/09/2013 08/09/13 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2013 07/25/13 For Sale $439,000 -- $494 / 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 $4,740 $746,400 $0 $746,400
2024 $4,349 $734,700 $0 $734,700
2023 $4,315 $736,300 $0 $736,300
2022 $4,147 $700,500 $0 $700,500
2021 $3,564 $609,200 $0 $609,200
2020 $3,433 $597,100 $0 $597,100
2019 $3,303 $556,000 $0 $556,000
2018 $3,224 $512,600 $0 $512,600
2017 $3,085 $475,400 $0 $475,400
2016 $2,985 $427,100 $0 $427,100
2015 $2,936 $375,500 $0 $375,500
2014 $2,718 $324,400 $0 $324,400
Source: Public Records

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72767357

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000034-000000-000141-000301B