NOT LISTED FOR SALE

244 Lexington Ave Unit 3 Cambridge, MA 02138

West Cambridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $918,761 - $1,064,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,235 Sq Ft
1925 Built

Last Sold February 10, 2015

Last sale price $546,000 $442 Per Sq Ft

Est. 81% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,624/month

6 Days on Market

About This Home

As of February 2015

On a side street in the desirable Huron Village neighborhood is this third floor penthouse condominium in a classic triple decker. Lovely period detail seen in the bay windows, high ceilings and dining room china cabinet. Wonderful light and views in every direction. The generous floor plan includes a comfortable living room with wood stove, a home office or guest room, three seasons enclosed front porch, large updated country kitchen with a pantry & eating area, two generous bedrooms and ceramic tile bath. In addition there is a back porch, common terrace and garden, storage and common washer & dryer in the basement. In the heart of Huron Village convenient to the trackless trolley 72 to Harvard Square, shopping, restaurants, Fresh Pond, Fresh Pond Market, Formaggios, Whole Foods and Trader Joe's.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Currier

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 11/19/2014

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary and Spencer Lane

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,830

Year Built

1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 3
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1925

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Energy: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Cable Available
  • Bedroom 2: Third Floor, 8X11
  • Bathroom #1: Third Floor, 5X11
  • Kitchen: Third Floor, 12X19
  • Laundry Room: Basement
  • Living Room: Third Floor, 12X11
  • Master Bedroom: Third Floor, 11X11
  • Master Bedroom Description: Closet, Flooring - Wood
  • Dining Room: Third Floor, 11X13

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Shingles
  • Exterior Unit Features: Porch, Porch - Enclosed, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: On Street Permit
  • Parking Spaces: 0

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • No Units: 3
  • Unit Building: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 1995
Sold by
Wachtel Mary Eb
Bought by
Forster William F
Current Estimated Value
$988,690

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.71%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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
Forster William F $188,000 --
Forster William F $188,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Forster William F $150,000
Closed Forster William F $150,000
Previous Owner Forster William F $143,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/10/2015 02/10/15 Sold $546,000 +10.3% $442 / Sq Ft
11/25/2014 11/25/14 Pending -- -- --
11/19/2014 11/19/14 For Sale $495,000 -- $401 / 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 $4,830 $760,600 $0 $760,600
2024 $4,508 $761,500 $0 $761,500
2023 $4,259 $726,800 $0 $726,800
2022 $4,152 $716,600 $0 $716,600
2021 $4,152 $709,800 $0 $709,800
2020 $3,980 $692,200 $0 $692,200
2019 $3,845 $647,300 $0 $647,300
2018 $3,860 $598,700 $0 $598,700
2017 $3,669 $565,300 $0 $565,300
2016 $3,305 $472,800 $0 $472,800
2015 $3,267 $417,800 $0 $417,800
2014 $3,212 $383,300 $0 $383,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Barbara Currier

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Barbara Currier

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

    (617) 593-7070

    20 in this area

    68 Total Sales

    Barbara Currier
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    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Mary and Spencer Lane

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71770454

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000248-000000-000057-000003

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 West Cambridge

244 Lexington Ave Unit 3, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 244 Lexington Ave Unit 3, Cambridge, MA 02138 since 19 November 2014 and is currently estimated at $988,690, approximately $800 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 244 Lexington Ave Unit 3 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Cambridge Montessori School, St Peter School, and Cambridge Friends School.

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