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Seller's Agent in 2014
Carole Talley
Charlesbank Real Estate
3 in this area
5 Total Sales
278 Sidney St Cambridge, MA 02139
Cambridgeport NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $981,673 - $1,164,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,123
Sq Ft
1991
Built
About This Home
As of December 2014Rare find: Townhouse on two floors with private, landscaped yard! Located near the Charles River, MIT and BU, this modern 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhouse features a fireplace, master bedroom suite with balcony and walk-in closet, hardwood floors. Renovated bath on 1st level, new kitchen with quartz counters, chef's range, and new cabinets — plus two sun filled glass doors leading to the spacious fenced-in yard. Amenities include gas heat, and A/C by heat pump, in-unit laundry, underground garage and extra storage. Hot water is included in condo fee. Cambridgeport Commons is one of the city's best values, with on-site superintendent and a stable, well-managed association. Walk to MIT, BU and the Green Line. Direct transportation to the Longwood Medical Area, Kendall Square tech sites, and Central/Red Line T. Charles River recreation, Whole Foods/Trader Joe's and the Mass Pike are close by. This is townhouse living at its best!
Property Details
Home Type
Condominium
Year Built
1991
Lot Details
0 Sq Ft Lot
Listing Details
- Unit Level: 1
- Unit Placement: Street, Corner, Front, Walkout, Courtyard
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Condos
- Stories: 1
- Year Built: 1991
Interior Features
- Has Basement: No
- Fireplaces: 1
- Primary Bathroom: Yes
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Swimming Pool, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
- Electric: 110 Volts, Circuit Breakers
- Energy: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Tile, Wall to Wall Carpet, Hardwood
- Interior Amenities: Cable Available, French Doors
- Bedroom 2: First Floor
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Bathroom #2: Second Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor
- Laundry Room: First Floor
- Living Room: First Floor
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor
- Master Bedroom Description: Closet - Walk-in, Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wall to Wall Carpet, Window(s) - Stained Glass, Balcony / Deck, Cable Hookup
Exterior Features
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior: Clapboard, Brick
- Exterior Unit Features: Balcony, Fenced Yard, Professional Landscaping
Garage/Parking
- Garage Parking: Under, Deeded
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Spaces: 1
Utilities
- Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup
Condo/Co-op/Association
- Condominium Name: Cambridgeport Commons
- Association Fee Includes: Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Extra Storage
- Association Pool: No
- Management: Professional - On Site, Owner Association
- Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions
- No Units: 100
- Unit Building: 89
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 3, 2014
Closed on
Dec 19, 2014
Sold by
Alanguilan Priscilla E
Bought by
Linghu Changyang and He Pan
Seller's Agent
Carole Talley
Charlesbank Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Matthew Giangregorio
Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
List Price
$620,000
Sold Price
$607,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-2.02%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$464,168
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.18%
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Outstanding Balance
$308,225
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$763,443
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 1989
Sold by
Cres Rlty Co-Camb
Bought by
Alanguilan Pricilla
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Interest Rate
9.9%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linghu Changyang | $607,500 | -- | |
| Alanguilan Pricilla | $235,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Linghu Changyang | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Alanguilan Pricilla | $96,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Alanguilan Pricilla | $144,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Alanguilan Pricilla | $185,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2014 12/20/14 | Sold | $607,500 | 0.0% | $541 / Sq Ft |
| 11/08/2014 11/08/14 | Off Market | $607,500 | -- | -- |
| 10/03/2014 10/03/14 | For Sale | $620,000 | -- | $552 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $5,850 | $921,300 | $0 | $921,300 |
| 2024 | $5,430 | $917,300 | $0 | $917,300 |
| 2023 | $5,205 | $888,200 | $0 | $888,200 |
| 2022 | $5,090 | $859,800 | $0 | $859,800 |
| 2021 | $4,850 | $829,100 | $0 | $829,100 |
| 2020 | $4,765 | $828,700 | $0 | $828,700 |
| 2019 | $4,440 | $747,400 | $0 | $747,400 |
| 2018 | $4,329 | $688,300 | $0 | $688,300 |
| 2017 | $4,189 | $645,500 | $0 | $645,500 |
| 2016 | $4,020 | $575,100 | $0 | $575,100 |
| 2015 | $3,712 | $474,700 | $0 | $474,700 |
| 2014 | $3,680 | $439,100 | $0 | $439,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Carole Talley
-
Matthew Giangregorio
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Matthew Giangregorio
Charlesgate Realty Group, llc
(617) 587-0100
40 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71752219
APN: CAMB-000065-000000-000045-000089
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