281 Walden St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02138
Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,128
Sq Ft
$250/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Forced Air Heating System
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
About This Home
As of March 2022Neighborhood Nine: bright, large two-bedroom plus study at the edge of Danehy Park. With private entry at front and rear, this 1,100+ sq ft condo offers a bonus sunroom for working from home. Off the foyer, the bay-window living room opens to a gracious dining room with stately hutch. Enjoy modern takes on period detail, incl. stained glass, fir floors, decorative trim. The eat-in kitchen with center island features ample quartz counters and greystone Shaker cabinetry, Fisher & Paykel and Bosch appliances with vent hood, and a laundry alcove with side-by-side laundry. Each generous bedroom offers a wide or walk-in closet. The sleek bathroom features a wide shower. Over 150 sq ft of basement storage. 2020 roof; 2017 hot air system. Danehy Park is your backyard. Ample on-street permit parking. Shop at nearby Huron Village, Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s. Take refuge in Fresh Pond trails. Under a mile to Porter Square MBTA; within a mile of all along Mass. Ave btwn Harvard and Davis squares
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 03/16/2021
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,917
Year Built
- Built in 1913
HOA Fees
- $250 per month
Kitchen
- Range
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Basement
Community Details
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:00272 L:0002200001
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 1, 2022
Closed on
Mar 31, 2022
Sold by
Mahadevan Naresh and Rajasekar Sujatha
Bought by
Petros Brittany A and Gerry Christopher J
Seller's Agent
Martha Delaney
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
Buyer's Agent
The Team - Real Estate Advisors
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$830,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-2.24%
Total Days on Market
6
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
$108,851
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.94%
Original Mortgage
$664,000
Outstanding Balance
$631,309
Interest Rate
4.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$307,542
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 16, 2021
Closed on
May 7, 2021
Sold by
Nelson Christopher and Stigile Jessica
Bought by
Mahadevan Naresh and Rajasekar Sujatha
Seller's Agent
Melony Swasey
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Martha Delaney
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
6.67%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.18%
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 12, 2018
Closed on
Dec 12, 2018
Sold by
Granowitter Denise
Bought by
Stigile Jessica and Nelson Christopher
Seller's Agent
Kim Walker Chin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Melony Swasey
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$759,000
Sold Price
$697,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$61,500
-8.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.93%
Original Mortgage
$523,125
Interest Rate
4.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 3, 2016
Closed on
Jan 4, 2017
Sold by
Destler Mark D
Bought by
Granowitter Denise
Seller's Agent
Stig Bergquist
Keller Williams Realty
Buyer's Agent
Stig Bergquist
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$467,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,500
-1.58%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.65%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2014
Sold by
Swartz Michael W
Bought by
Destler Mark D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 20, 1993
Sold by
Citicorp Mtg Inc
Bought by
Swartz Michael W and Drestler Mark D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 1992
Sold by
Kanno Nellie B
Bought by
Citicorp Mtg Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 13, 1987
Sold by
Dagbjartsson Eggert
Bought by
Kanno Nellie B
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not Resolvable | $830,000 | None Available | |
| Not Resolvable | $800,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $697,500 | -- | |
| Not Resolvable | $467,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $94,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $91,700 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $133,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $664,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $720,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $503,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $523,125 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $229,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $274,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $297,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $73,900 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2022 03/31/22 | Sold | $830,000 | -2.2% | $736 / Sq Ft |
| 02/20/2022 02/20/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/01/2022 02/01/22 | For Sale | $849,000 | +6.1% | $753 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2021 05/07/21 | Sold | $800,000 | +6.7% | $709 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2021 03/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/16/2021 03/16/21 | For Sale | $750,000 | +7.5% | $665 / Sq Ft |
| 12/20/2018 12/20/18 | Sold | $697,500 | 0.0% | $618 / Sq Ft |
| 12/05/2018 12/05/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/30/2018 11/30/18 | Off Market | $697,500 | -- | -- |
| 11/21/2018 11/21/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/24/2018 10/24/18 | Price Changed | $699,000 | -7.9% | $620 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2018 09/12/18 | For Sale | $759,000 | +62.4% | $673 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2017 01/04/17 | Sold | $467,500 | -1.6% | $442 / Sq Ft |
| 12/08/2016 12/08/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/03/2016 12/03/16 | For Sale | $475,000 | -- | $449 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,917 | $774,400 | $0 | $774,400 |
| 2024 | $4,500 | $760,100 | $0 | $760,100 |
| 2023 | $4,303 | $734,300 | $0 | $734,300 |
| 2022 | $3,692 | $623,700 | $0 | $623,700 |
| 2021 | $3,614 | $617,800 | $0 | $617,800 |
| 2020 | $3,436 | $597,500 | $0 | $597,500 |
| 2019 | $3,182 | $535,700 | $0 | $535,700 |
| 2018 | $2,594 | $403,300 | $0 | $403,300 |
| 2017 | $2,449 | $377,400 | $0 | $377,400 |
| 2016 | $2,381 | $340,700 | $0 | $340,700 |
| 2015 | $2,355 | $301,100 | $0 | $301,100 |
| 2014 | $2,315 | $276,200 | $0 | $276,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Martha Delaney
Seller's Agent in 2022
Martha Delaney
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
(617) 413-1051
2 in this area
86 Total Sales
-
Lynn Findlay
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Lynn Findlay
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont
(617) 484-5300
1 in this area
150 Total Sales
-
The Team - Real Estate Advisors
T
Buyer's Agent in 2022
The Team - Real Estate Advisors
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
(978) 996-3604
16 in this area
358 Total Sales
-
Melony Swasey
Seller's Agent in 2021
Melony Swasey
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
(617) 971-7080
1 in this area
185 Total Sales
-
Kim Walker Chin
Seller's Agent in 2018
Kim Walker Chin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
(617) 864-4430
30 in this area
93 Total Sales
-
Stig Bergquist
Seller's Agent in 2017
Stig Bergquist
Keller Williams Realty
(617) 413-2539
16 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72798977
APN: CAMB-000272-000000-000022-000001
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