$840,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2023

280 Windsor St Unit 2 Cambridge, MA 02139

The Port Neighborhood
3 Beds
1 Bath
820 Sq Ft
$401/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,024 Per Sq Ft

12% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Medical Services
  • Custom Closet System
  • 1-minute walk to Arthur J. Shallow Playground

About This Home

As of July 2023

Beautifully renovated 3 bed 1 bath 2nd floor condo in heart of Cambridge between MIT, Kendall Sq, Inman Sq & Central Sq! Light filled modern unit boasts open floor plan w/ large living & dining area, stylish kitchen, large private deck & spectacularly landscaped fenced in yard, an urban oasis! Lucky new owner has option of using space as 3 bed or 2 bed w/ large office. Kitchen w/ large island w/ granite counters, stainless steel appliances, maple cabs, perfect for entertaining. Features include lovely tiled bath, in-unit W/D, hi ceils, wood floors, A/C, french doors, excellent closet space, huge lockable basement storage. Well-run, pet-friendly assoc. w/ plenty of street parking. Recent improvements-decking, roofing, interior/exterior paint, appliances & fixtures. Within .5 mile to over 100 restaurants, pubs, cafes! Near Red Line Subway in Kendall Sq & Central Sq. Kendall has over 150 tech companies including Biogen, Genzyme, Novartis, Amazon, Google, Microsoft! Offers due Mon by 1p.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Shorey

Real Broker MA, LLC Listed on: 05/16/2023

Real Broker MA, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Joseph DeAngelo

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,063

Year Built

  • Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • Security Fence
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $401 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Rubber Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 820 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • French Doors
  • Dining Area
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Custom Closet System
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • 1 Cooling Zone
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4602996

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal, reserve funds
  • 6 Units
  • Low-Rise Condominium

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Community Garden
  • Common Area
  • Shops

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,063

Year Built

Built in 1920 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$401 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Dual Variable: Yes
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Transaction Broker: 2.5
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Tank Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Remodeled
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Flooring - Wood, French Doors, Remodeled
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, Remodeled
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Second
  • Room Dining Room Features: Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Remodeled
  • Room Dining Room Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Level: Second
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances, Gas Stove
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Wood, Open Floorplan, Remodeled
  • Basement: Y
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 820
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: AN4866
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 914.51
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 1024.39
  • MAIN SO: AN6181

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Garden, Rain Gutters
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
  • Fencing: Security, Fenced
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck - Access Rights
  • Roof: Shingle, Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Garden Area
  • Association Fee: 400.79
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Golf, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2
  • MANAGEMENT: No Management
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4602996
  • Zoning: R1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 266
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4062.62
  • Tax Book Number: 65492

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2023
Closed on
Jul 31, 2023
Sold by
Colvin Barnett J and Colvin Sandra P
Bought by
Zhang Haoyu and Chen Lujing
Seller's Agent
David Shorey
Real Broker MA, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Joseph DeAngelo
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
List Price
$749,900
Sold Price
$840,000
Premium/Discount to List
$90,100
12.01%
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
$871,289

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$31,289
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.64%
Original Mortgage
$672,000
Outstanding Balance
$659,650
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$208,016

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2022
Sold by
Colvin Barnett J
Bought by
Colvin Barnett J and Colvin Sandra P

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2004
Sold by
280 Windsor St Venture
Bought by
Sawe Sameer A and Sawe Sameer S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,200
Interest Rate
6.28%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $840,000 None Available
Condominium Deed -- None Available
Deed $349,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $672,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $317,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $108,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $279,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2023 07/31/23 Sold $840,000 +12.0% $1,024 / Sq Ft
05/23/2023 05/23/23 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2023 05/16/23 For Sale $749,900 +32.7% $915 / Sq Ft
06/05/2015 06/05/15 Sold $565,000 0.0% $689 / Sq Ft
05/05/2015 05/05/15 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2015 04/23/15 Off Market $565,000 -- --
04/15/2015 04/15/15 For Sale $479,000 -- $584 / 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 $4,481 $705,700 $0 $705,700
2024 $4,027 $680,200 $0 $680,200
2023 $3,961 $676,000 $0 $676,000
2022 $3,945 $666,400 $0 $666,400
2021 $3,862 $660,100 $0 $660,100
2020 $3,763 $654,400 $0 $654,400
2019 $3,602 $606,400 $0 $606,400
2018 $3,495 $555,700 $0 $555,700
2017 $3,267 $503,400 $0 $503,400
2016 $3,117 $445,900 $0 $445,900
2015 $3,050 $390,000 $0 $390,000
2014 $2,934 $350,100 $0 $350,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73111700

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000077-000000-000046-000280-2