5 Walden St Unit 2 Cambridge, MA 02140
North Cambridge NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $565,720 - $717,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
538
Sq Ft
$343/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Wood Flooring
- Tennis Courts
- Property is near public transit
- Community Pool
- 5-minute walk to McMath Park
About This Home
As of May 2019**NEW PRICE** *MOTIVATED SELLER* This turn-key garden level condo is easy living with deeded off-street parking. This unit boasts generous bedrooms, new kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, expansive closets, hardwood floors throughout, and air conditioning by a mini-split system with a unit in the common area and in each of the bedrooms. In-building laundry is directly next to the unit. There is also a beautiful common garden for you to enjoy. Located between Porter and Davis Squares, this unit is a commuter's paradise with both 1 off street parking space and a 6 minute walk to the Porter Sq, MBTA Red Line and Commuter Rail. Buses outside your door take you to Harvard Square or Arlington. Run by a professional management company, this home is ready for a new owner-occupant or investor.
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,393
Year Built
- Built in 1970
HOA Fees
- $343 Monthly HOA Fees
Interior Spaces
- 538 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Insulated Windows
- Wood Flooring
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
- Off-Street Parking
- Deeded Parking
- Assigned Parking
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- 3 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
- Baseboard Heating
- Hot Water Heating System
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- Garden
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number M:00199 L:0008500002,414327
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, ground maintenance, snow removal, trash, reserve funds
- 8 Units
- Low-Rise Condominium
- 5 Walden Street Condominium Assoc. Community
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Community Garden
- Common Area
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 12, 2019
Closed on
May 29, 2019
Sold by
White Alan E and Nicholls Jane
Bought by
Forrest-Kwaku Kevin and Forrest-Kwaku Kwaku Inger
Seller's Agent
Jessica Cohen
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
David Hayes
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
List Price
$515,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-9.71%
Total Days on Market
19
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
$155,930
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.74%
Original Mortgage
$232,500
Outstanding Balance
$207,359
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$405,280
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2009
Sold by
Marquis Richard J
Bought by
White Alan E and Nicholls Jane
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
4.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 2007
Sold by
Liu Tammy G and Fernandez William S
Bought by
Marquis Richard J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$199,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 2003
Sold by
Phan Lucy
Bought by
Lin Pei-Yu Peggy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
5.52%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2002
Sold by
Zou Minghan and Lin Shuying
Bought by
Phan Lucy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$216,800
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 13, 2001
Sold by
Paige Myles
Bought by
Fernandez William S and Liu Tammy G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,400
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 17, 1996
Sold by
Bowen Rt
Bought by
Paige Myles
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest-Kwaku Kevin | $465,000 | -- | |
| White Alan E | $260,000 | -- | |
| Marquis Richard J | $249,000 | -- | |
| Lin Pei-Yu Peggy | $287,500 | -- | |
| Phan Lucy | $271,000 | -- | |
| Fernandez William S | $185,500 | -- | |
| Paige Myles | $58,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Forrest-Kwaku Kevin | $232,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Nicholls Jane | $207,000 | |
| Previous Owner | White Alan E | $170,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Nichols Jane | $153,000 | |
| Previous Owner | White Alan E | $160,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Marquis Richard J | $199,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lin Pei Yu | $230,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lin Pei-Yu | $230,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lin Pei-Yu Peggy | $230,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Phan Lucy | $216,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Paige Myles | $27,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Fernandez William S | $148,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Paige Myles | $27,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2019 05/30/19 | Sold | $465,000 | +1.3% | $864 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2019 04/30/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2019 04/26/19 | Price Changed | $459,000 | -10.9% | $853 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2019 04/11/19 | For Sale | $515,000 | -- | $957 / 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 | $2,892 | $455,400 | $0 | $455,400 |
| 2024 | $2,581 | $435,900 | $0 | $435,900 |
| 2023 | $2,663 | $454,400 | $0 | $454,400 |
| 2022 | $2,649 | $447,400 | $0 | $447,400 |
| 2021 | $2,565 | $438,500 | $0 | $438,500 |
| 2020 | $2,550 | $443,500 | $0 | $443,500 |
| 2019 | $2,450 | $412,500 | $0 | $412,500 |
| 2018 | $261 | $380,500 | $0 | $380,500 |
| 2017 | $2,251 | $346,900 | $0 | $346,900 |
| 2016 | $2,128 | $304,500 | $0 | $304,500 |
| 2015 | $2,111 | $270,000 | $0 | $270,000 |
| 2014 | $2,083 | $248,600 | $0 | $248,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jessica Cohen
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jessica Cohen
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 575-9537
66 Total Sales
-
David Hayes
Buyer's Agent in 2019
David Hayes
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
(617) 817-1189
97 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72481336
APN: CAMB-000199-000000-000085-000002
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