NOT LISTED FOR SALE

238 Columbia St Unit 2W Cambridge, MA 02139

The Port Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $841,000 - $1,169,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,115 Sq Ft
1904 Built

Last Sold June 20, 2017

Last sale price $750,000 $673 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,436/month

5 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2017

A truly unique offering at ArtSpace! Welcome home to this loft-style home in a converted synagogue with your own private entrance. This inviting open floor plan has 10' ceilings, hardwood floors throughout and features a recently updated kitchen with Silestone counter tops and custom cabinetry. The arched window in front is flanked by two reading nooks w/built-in storage and two small stained glass windows. The master bedroom has two large windows and a large built-out closet and a storage space above. The second bedroom has french doors that lead out to the living area, the closet is off the hallway. A recently refreshed bathroom has new tile surround, galassie floor tile and new vanity. There is abundant storage throughout the unit including a lofted space just off the kitchen, in-unit laundry, a private deck and assigned parking. Formerly the Beth Israel Synagogue, this building is on the National Register of Historic Places. Perfectly located between Kendall/Central/Inman squares.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Residential Group

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services Listed on: 03/29/2017

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Last Buyer's Agent

The Rasner Group

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,161

Year Built

1904

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 2
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Low-Rise
  • Other Agent: 2.00
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1904

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: No
  • Number of Rooms: 3
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor
  • Bathroom #1: Second Floor
  • Kitchen: Second Floor
  • Laundry Room: Second Floor
  • Living Room: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor
  • Master Bedroom Description: Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room: Second Floor
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: M59500
  • Main So: BB5474

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off-Street, Assigned
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: ArtSpace Condominium
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • No Units: 10
  • Unit Building: 2W

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: M:00077 L:000190002W
  • Zoning: R2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2014
Sold by
Abarbanel Janice and Porta Neil
Bought by
Abarbanel Janice
Current Estimated Value
$954,591

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2009
Sold by
Fox Valerie and Kaplo Valerie
Bought by
Abarbanel Janice and Porta Neil

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 18, 2003
Sold by
Levin H Debra
Bought by
Kaplo Valerie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2002
Sold by
Levin Sean R and Levin Susan S
Bought by
Michael Stock Rt and Abelson Michael A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 1999
Sold by
Kafka Steven J and Kafka Lindsay A
Bought by
Levin Sean R and Levin Susan S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$103,000
Interest Rate
6.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 1996
Sold by
Feiguine Robert J
Bought by
Kafka Steven J and Kafka Lindsay S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,500
Interest Rate
8.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 1990
Sold by
Butcher Agnes Y
Bought by
Feiguine Robert J
Source: Public Records

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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
Abarbanel Janice -- --
Abarbanel Janice $420,000 --
Kaplo Valerie $354,750 --
Michael Stock Rt $336,000 --
Levin Sean R $175,000 --
Kafka Steven J $145,000 --
Kafka Steven J $145,000 --
Feiguine Robert J $145,000 --
Feiguine Robert J $145,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Kaplo Valerie $280,000
Previous Owner Feiguine Robert J $256,000
Previous Owner Feiguine Robert J $103,000
Previous Owner Feiguine Robert J $130,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/20/2017 06/20/17 Sold $750,000 +10.5% $673 / Sq Ft
04/03/2017 04/03/17 Pending -- -- --
03/29/2017 03/29/17 For Sale $679,000 -- $609 / 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 $5,161 $812,700 $0 $812,700
2024 $4,793 $809,600 $0 $809,600
2023 $4,594 $784,000 $0 $784,000
2022 $4,454 $773,300 $0 $773,300
2021 $4,454 $761,300 $0 $761,300
2020 $4,198 $730,100 $0 $730,100
2019 $4,028 $678,100 $0 $678,100
2018 $1,494 $572,500 $0 $572,500
2017 $3,447 $531,100 $0 $531,100
2016 $3,362 $481,000 $0 $481,000
2015 $3,329 $425,700 $0 $425,700
2014 $3,221 $384,400 $0 $384,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    The Residential Group

    William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

    (617) 426-8333

    259 Total Sales

    The Residential Group
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    The Rasner Group

    Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay

    (904) 687-8456

    152 Total Sales

    The Rasner Group
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72137214

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000077-000000-000019-000002W

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02139 The Port

238 Columbia St Unit 2W, Cambridge, MA

Not Listed for Sale

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