$2,175,000
SOLD MAY 9, 2019
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,683 Sq Ft
$300/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,292 Per Sq Ft

36% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Central Square Station
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Intercom
  • Security Service
  • 4-minute walk to Edward Sennott Park

About This Home

As of January 2021

Introducing 43 Essex St., an inspired, completely renovated floor-through condo in one of Cambridge's most exciting neighborhoods. At the site of the beloved Central School, high-quality craftsmanship transformed the space to its current extraordinary finish level. One is immediately struck by the airy, open living/dining space complimented by 3 exterior French Doors, tasteful gas fireplace, and amazing private deck. The stunning kitchen beams with white quartz counters and waterfall island, marble back-splash, separate bar/pantry, glass-door cabinets, and Thermador appliances including professional hood & six burner stove. The master suite comes complete with cozy box-bay alcove, walk-in closet, and bath with a dbl vanity and marble shower with multiple heads and jets. Features: Comelit security system, Nest heat & A/C, tankless Navien hot water, and laundry hook-ups. One deeded parking space is included. Close to parks, restaurants, shops, Hvd, MIT, & the Red Line.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Lilley

RE/MAX Real Estate Center Listed on: 04/11/2019

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Last Buyer's Agent

Janice Hoffman

Signs of Success Realty Group

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,185

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access

HOA Fees

  • $300 per month

Interior Spaces

  • French Doors
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00090 L:00036

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Security Service

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,185

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$300 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Low-Rise
  • Year Built Description: Actual
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 947.71
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 3
  • Unit Level: 2
  • Unit Placement: Middle, Back
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1900

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Security System, Cable Available, Intercom, French Doors
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vent Hood
  • No Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Closet - Walk-in, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Main Level
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Primary Bathroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Double Vanity/Sink, Flooring - Marble
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom 3: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Half
  • No Rooms: 6
  • Dining Room: On Level: Second Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, French Doors, Main Level, Open Floor Plan
  • Kitchen: On Level: Second Floor, Flooring - Hardwood, Pantry, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Main Level, Kitchen Island, Open Floor Plan, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wine Chiller, Gas Stove
  • Living Room: On Level: Second Floor, Fireplace, Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony / Deck, French Doors, Main Level, Open Floor Plan, Slider
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: BB9927
  • Main So: AC1433
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1683.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame, Brick
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Insulation Feature: Full
  • Exterior Unit Features: Deck - Composite, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, Deeded
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Electric Features: 220 Volts
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heating: Central Heat
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Tankless

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Medical Facility, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 300.00
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Condo Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 999999.00
  • Page: 306
  • Parcel Number: M:00090 L:00036
  • Zoning: C1

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 99999.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 403523

Multi Family

  • No Units: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2020
Closed on
Jan 28, 2021
Sold by
Wright Anson E
Bought by
Boucher Jeffrey I and Sun Xin
Seller's Agent
Kendall Green Luce Team
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Aditi Jain
Redfin Corp.
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,650,000
Current Estimated Value
$1,888,015

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$238,015
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.56%
Original Mortgage
$1,320,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,193,430
Interest Rate
2.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$738,660

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2019
Closed on
May 8, 2019
Sold by
43 Essex Street Nt
Bought by
Wright Anson E
Seller's Agent
David Lilley
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Janice Hoffman
Signs of Success Realty Group
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$2,175,000
Premium/Discount to List
$580,000
36.36%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.76%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $1,650,000 None Available
Condominium Deed $2,175,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,320,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/29/2021 01/29/21 Sold $1,650,000 0.0% $979 / Sq Ft
01/04/2021 01/04/21 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2020 11/11/20 For Sale $1,650,000 -24.1% $979 / Sq Ft
05/09/2019 05/09/19 Sold $2,175,000 +36.4% $1,292 / Sq Ft
04/17/2019 04/17/19 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2019 04/11/19 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $948 / 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 $11,185 $1,761,400 $0 $1,761,400
2024 $10,146 $1,713,900 $0 $1,713,900
2023 $9,374 $1,599,700 $0 $1,599,700
2022 $9,126 $1,541,500 $0 $1,541,500
2021 $10,824 $1,850,300 $0 $1,850,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72481052

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-90 36 3