$600,000
SOLD SEP 8, 2016

253 Norfolk St Unit 16 Cambridge, MA 02139

The Port Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
854 Sq Ft
-- Built

Recently Sold

$703 Per Sq Ft

21% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

About This Home

As of September 2016

Don't miss this amazing Inman Square loft! This dramatic and spacious one-bedroom condo features a flexible open layout, a wall of oversized windows, soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and exposed beams. The main living area offers many possibilities with plenty of room for dining and entertaining, and you'll love the large bedroom with ample storage space in two side-by-side closets and additional cabinets above. Other perks include central air, underground garage parking and a great common outdoor space for lounging and grilling. Located on a tree-lined side street in vibrant Inman Square with its many cafés, restaurants and shops, and midway between Central and Union Squares. The Red Line T at Central is only a half mile away, and both Harvard & MIT are within a mile. Walkscore = 92 "Walker's Paradise." Well-run, professionally managed association makes this a great option for owner-occupants and investors!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lara Gordon

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 07/27/2016

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kim Walker Chin

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,595

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Unit Level: 1
  • Unit Placement: Back
  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: No
  • Number of Rooms: 3
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, T-Station, University
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Energy: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Intercom
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor
  • Laundry Room: First Floor
  • Living Room: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom: First Floor
  • Master Bedroom Description: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Dining Room: First Floor
  • No Living Levels: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Rubber
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Fiber Cement Siding
  • Exterior Unit Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Attached, Under
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condominium Name: The Chocolate Factory
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
  • No Units: 23
  • Unit Building: 1-6

Fee Information

  • Fee Interval: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: M:00087 L:00094001/6
  • Zoning: C1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 15, 2021
Sold by
Mallya Gopinath and Mallya Sumana
Bought by
Mallya Sachin
Current Estimated Value
$809,756

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 27, 2016
Closed on
Sep 8, 2016
Sold by
Kamholtz Aaron N
Bought by
Mallya Gopinath and Mallya Sumana
Seller's Agent
Lara Gordon
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kim Walker Chin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$495,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
21.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.82%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2013
Closed on
Jul 15, 2013
Sold by
Corbin Eugene A
Bought by
Kamholtz Aaron N
Seller's Agent
Natasha Burger
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Chris Hansen
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$405,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
1.5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.29%
Original Mortgage
$324,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2008
Sold by
Bachrach Jonathan Richar
Bought by
Corbin Eugene A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$276,675
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2001
Sold by
Anderson Virginia Mg and Anderson Rajesh
Bought by
Bachrach Jonathan R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$261,900
Interest Rate
6.61%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Not Resolvable $600,000 --
Not Resolvable $405,000 --
Not Resolvable $405,000 --
Deed $368,900 --
Deed $291,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $324,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $274,400 No Value Available
Previous Owner $276,675 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $261,900 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/15/2020 12/15/20 Rented $2,450 -5.8% --
11/18/2020 11/18/20 Under Contract -- -- --
11/02/2020 11/02/20 For Rent $2,600 -3.7% --
06/01/2018 06/01/18 Rented $2,700 0.0% --
05/24/2018 05/24/18 Under Contract -- -- --
05/09/2018 05/09/18 For Rent $2,700 0.0% --
09/08/2016 09/08/16 Sold $600,000 +21.2% $703 / Sq Ft
08/03/2016 08/03/16 Pending -- -- --
07/27/2016 07/27/16 For Sale $495,000 +22.2% $580 / Sq Ft
07/15/2013 07/15/13 Sold $405,000 +1.5% $474 / Sq Ft
06/05/2013 06/05/13 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2013 05/29/13 For Sale $399,000 -- $467 / 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 $4,595 $723,700 $0 $723,700
2024 $4,146 $700,300 $0 $700,300
2023 $4,077 $695,700 $0 $695,700
2022 $4,065 $686,600 $0 $686,600
2021 $3,905 $667,500 $0 $667,500
2020 $3,746 $651,500 $0 $651,500
2019 $3,600 $606,000 $0 $606,000
2018 $3,476 $552,700 $0 $552,700
2017 $3,255 $501,500 $0 $501,500
2016 $3,124 $446,900 $0 $446,900
2015 $3,098 $396,200 $0 $396,200
2014 $3,012 $359,400 $0 $359,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    John Haberis

    Boston Realty Relocations

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  • Lara Gordon

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Lara Gordon

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 710-4632

    2 in this area

    89 Total Sales

    Lara Gordon
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  • Kim Walker Chin

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Kim Walker Chin

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

    (617) 864-4430

    3 in this area

    94 Total Sales

    Kim Walker Chin
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  • N

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Natasha Burger

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Chris Hansen

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72044495

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000087-000000-000094-000001-6

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02139 The Port

253 Norfolk St Unit 16, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 253 Norfolk St Unit 16, Cambridge, MA 02139 and is currently priced at $600,000, approximately $702 per square foot. 253 Norfolk St Unit 16 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Prospect Hill Academy Charter School.

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