281 Walden St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02138
Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,128
Sq Ft
$275/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Property is near public transit
- Sun or Florida Room
- Custom Closet System
- Wood Flooring
- Solid Surface Countertops
About This Home
As of March 2022Nestled b/w Huron Village & Avon Hill, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath+ study condo is single level living at its best. This sun-splashed unit benefits from south facing bay windows in the living& dining rooms that provide abundant light all day long. Off the foyer w/ built in storage, is the gracious living room. It opens to a sizable dining room w/ built-in hutch, one of the many period details throughout. The eat-in kitchen w/ center island is a chef’s delight with quartz counters, Shaker cabinetry & stainless appliances. It leads to an alcove w/side by side washer/dryer & laundry storage. Back sunroom w/ direct entry, perfect for exercise or work from home space. Two generously sized bedrooms w/ ample closet space. A luxurious full bath w/ walk-in shower. 150 sq ft of basement storage. 2020 roof. 2017 hot air system. Close to Harvard & Porter Squares. Enjoy the beauty of Danehy Park & Fresh Pond Reservoir, convenience of nearby shopping, & the highly acclaimed restaurants of Cambridge.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty - Belmont Listed on: 02/01/2022
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,084
Year Built
- Built in 1913
Lot Details
- Garden
HOA Fees
- $275 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,128 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Insulated Windows
- Stained Glass
- Bay Window
- Entryway
- Sun or Florida Room
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Freezer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Custom Closet System
- Walk-In Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Forced Air Heating System
- 1 Heating Zone
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 418826
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal
- 3 Units
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
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
18
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: 72938417
APN: CAMB-000272-000000-000022-000001
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