NOT LISTED FOR SALE

253 1/2 Broadway Unit 2 Cambridge, MA 02139

The Port Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
744 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Property is near public transit
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • 1-minute walk to Squirrel Brand Park

About This Home

As of July 2023

Designer-updated New England Revival with 2 bdrs, tucked into the heart of Cambridge Center. Gorgeous cedar siding with elegant and new renovated porch, private yard and shades. Exquisite, inviting spaces inside and out begging you to entertain or just curl up with a good book and glass of iced tea. Fully updated and impeccably decorated interior enhances wonderful period finishwork, rich wood floors, two zone nest-control. Spacious kitchen with 1 year old appliances oozes warmer and charm. Open to family room with walls and brandnew doors, all overlooking the crisp lawn and inviting proches. Laundry room settled in the basement. Second floor contains 1 bedroom and 1 study room. Certified Lead treatment is thoughout. A true oasis with shops, restaurants, recreation and Harvard University, MIT, Central and Kendall Square at your doorstep. No pets allowed. Snow removal included. Tenant is responsible for hot water, heating, and electric bill

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Zhihao Wang

StartPoint Realty Listed on: 07/21/2023

StartPoint Realty

Last Renter's Agent

Dave Beeching

Advisors Living - Arlington

Advisors Living - Arlington

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • 1903

Lot Details

  • Fenced

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 744 Sq Ft Home
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry in Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,900
  • Property Available on 9/1/23
  • Rent includes snow removal

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

1903

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: No
  • Available Date: 2023-09-01
  • Lease Term: Lease Terms(1),Term of Rental(12)
  • Available Now: No
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: No
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: No
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 2900

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Round: Yes
  • CoOp Comp: 50/50
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialLease
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Owner
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1903

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Home Office
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 182
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 182
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 42
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Room Kitchen Area: 216
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, In Building
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Office Area: 45
  • Room Office Features: Flooring - Wood
  • Living Area: 744
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN5803
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 3.9
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 3.9
  • MAIN SO: AN1921

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Waterfront YN: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Central
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Medical Facility, Laundromat, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Snow Removal
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2

Lot Info

  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4588
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/28/2023 07/28/23 Rented $2,900 0.0% --
07/24/2023 07/24/23 Under Contract -- -- --
07/21/2023 07/21/23 For Rent $2,900 +9.4% --
06/27/2021 06/27/21 Rented $2,650 0.0% --
06/26/2021 06/26/21 Under Contract -- -- --
06/25/2021 06/25/21 Off Market $2,650 -- --
06/22/2021 06/22/21 For Rent $2,650 0.0% --
06/22/2021 06/22/21 Under Contract -- -- --
06/19/2021 06/19/21 For Rent $2,650 0.0% --
06/18/2021 06/18/21 Off Market $2,650 -- --
06/15/2021 06/15/21 For Rent $2,650 0.0% --
06/14/2021 06/14/21 Off Market $2,650 -- --
06/02/2021 06/02/21 For Rent $2,650 0.0% --
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Off Market $2,650 -- --
06/01/2021 06/01/21 For Rent $2,650 +6.0% --
01/01/2020 01/01/20 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
12/14/2019 12/14/19 Under Contract -- -- --
12/01/2019 12/01/19 Price Changed $2,500 -7.4% $3 / Sq Ft
11/03/2019 11/03/19 For Rent $2,700 0.0% --
10/29/2019 10/29/19 Off Market $2,700 -- --
10/29/2019 10/29/19 Price Changed $2,700 +1.9% $4 / Sq Ft
10/26/2019 10/26/19 Price Changed $2,650 +1.9% $4 / Sq Ft
10/11/2019 10/11/19 For Rent $2,600 0.0% --
10/09/2019 10/09/19 Off Market $2,600 -- --
09/28/2019 09/28/19 Price Changed $2,600 -7.1% $3 / Sq Ft
09/27/2019 09/27/19 Price Changed $2,800 +3.7% $4 / Sq Ft
09/23/2019 09/23/19 Price Changed $2,700 +3.8% $4 / Sq Ft
09/15/2019 09/15/19 Price Changed $2,600 -7.1% $3 / Sq Ft
08/16/2019 08/16/19 For Rent $2,800 -- --
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Z

    Landlord's Agent in 2023

    Zhihao Wang

    StartPoint Realty

    (216) 789-9218

    5 Total Sales

    Zhihao Wang
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  • Dave Beeching

    Tenant's Agent in 2023

    Dave Beeching

    Advisors Living - Arlington

    (617) 543-7282

    33 Total Sales

    Dave Beeching
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73139382

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02139 The Port

253 1/2 Broadway Unit 2, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 253 1/2 Broadway Unit 2, Cambridge, MA 02139 since 21 July 2023. This property was built in 1903. 253 1/2 Broadway Unit 2 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Prospect Hill Academy Charter School and Community Charter School of Cambridge.

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