Seller's Agent in 2016
Lisa Drapkin
Compass
(617) 930-1288
5 in this area
37 Total Sales
238 Putnam Ave Cambridge, MA 02139
Riverside NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,215,000 - $1,681,677
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,428
Sq Ft
$1,018/Sq Ft
Est. Value
About This Home
As of August 2016Fantastic 1886 Mansard Victorian single family with parking, in the much sought-after Riverside neighborhood! This 8 room home has high ceilings, wood floors, and a light-filled open plan main floor. There are four bedrooms, two full baths, and a family room or office in the lower level. The large fully-applianced kitchen has a breakfast bar peninsula, and plentiful cabinetry. The private patio and garden in the rear is fenced in and is an extension to the living area in the warm months. Driveway can hold 2 cars. Close to Hoyt Field, the Charles River, the Central Sq MBTA, restaurants, shops and entertainment, and near MIT, Harvard University and Harvard Square. There are a number of grocery stores nearby including Trader Joe's and Whole Foods. It's a great place to live - Walk Score of 91! See attached brochure and floor plan for more details. Offers, if any, are due Tuesday, June 21st at 2pm.
Last Buyer's Agent
Andreas Kreutzer
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate License #449525499
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$8,167
Year Built
1886
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Lot Description: Fenced/Enclosed
- Property Type: Single Family
- Other Agent: 2.50
- Lead Paint: Unknown
- Year Round: Yes
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Year Built: 1886
Interior Features
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Has Basement: Yes
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Hardwood
- Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available
- Basement: Partially Finished, Interior Access, Bulkhead, Concrete Floor
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor
- Bedroom 4: Second Floor
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Bathroom #2: Second Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor
- Laundry Room: Basement
- Living Room: First Floor
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor
- Master Bedroom Description: Closet, Flooring - Wood
- Dining Room: First Floor
- Oth1 Room Name: Home Office
Exterior Features
- Roof: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior: Clapboard, Wood
- Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Fenced Yard
- Foundation: Fieldstone
Garage/Parking
- Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
- Parking Spaces: 2
Utilities
- Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas
- Heat Zones: 3
- Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tank
- Utility Connections: for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
- Sewer: City/Town Sewer
- Water: City/Town Water
Lot Info
- Zoning: Res
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 6, 2015
Sold by
Whitfield Guy K and Hills Patricia S
Bought by
Guy Kevin Whitfield T and Whitfield Guy K
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 8, 1989
Sold by
Mason Linda
Bought by
Hills Patricia S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
9.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guy Kevin Whitfield T | -- | -- | |
| Hills Patricia S | $233,000 | -- | |
| Hills Patricia S | $233,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Yakoobian Andrew J | $625,400 | |
| Closed | Yakoobian Andrew J | $700,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Whitfield Guy K | $45,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hills Patricia S | $110,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hills Patricia S | $30,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hills Patricia S | $120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hills Patricia S | $140,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2016 08/15/16 | Sold | $1,000,000 | +17.9% | $700 / Sq Ft |
| 06/22/2016 06/22/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/15/2016 06/15/16 | For Sale | $848,000 | -- | $594 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $8,167 | $1,286,200 | $791,200 | $495,000 |
| 2024 | $7,819 | $1,320,700 | $846,700 | $474,000 |
| 2023 | $7,470 | $1,274,700 | $862,500 | $412,200 |
| 2022 | $7,220 | $1,219,600 | $854,600 | $365,000 |
| 2021 | $6,887 | $1,177,300 | $837,900 | $339,400 |
| 2020 | $6,621 | $1,151,400 | $829,600 | $321,800 |
| 2019 | $6,037 | $1,016,400 | $717,400 | $299,000 |
| 2018 | $5,648 | $898,000 | $620,600 | $277,400 |
| 2017 | $5,491 | $846,100 | $592,600 | $253,500 |
| 2016 | $4,950 | $708,100 | $464,700 | $243,400 |
| 2015 | $4,874 | $623,300 | $405,500 | $217,800 |
| 2014 | $4,720 | $563,200 | $389,900 | $173,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lisa Drapkin
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A
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Andreas Kreutzer
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72023724
APN: CAMB-000126-000000-000035
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