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Landlord's Agent in 2025
michael Malkoff
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
(617) 642-8211
5 Wright St Cambridge, MA 02138
Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,964
Sq Ft
$1,720
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- No HOA
- Patio
- 1 Fireplace
- Cooling Available
- 5-minute walk to Sacramento Field
About This Home
As of May 2025SUMMER RENTAL. Available 5/1/25-8/29/25. Stunning new re-model of 1873 Victorian Mansard in the Harvard area. Former home of Novel laureate Ed Purcell. No expense spared renovation by Catherine Truman Architects. Entire southern facing wall replaced with glass with view to serene garden. Rotating Ergofocus fireplace. 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Master suite with heated bathroom floor, Toto AP Washlet+ with heated seat and bidet. Miele kitchen appliances with bespoke counters and cabinets. Newly landscaped private garden area. New oak floors, central air and parking. Walk to all Harvard locations, Redline T and neighborhood shops/restaurants.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 04/06/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,864
Year Built
- Built in 1873
Lot Details
- 3,842 Sq Ft Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
Interior Spaces
- 1,964 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Central Heating
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- High Speed Internet
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Shops
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $10,000
- Property Available on 5/1/25
- Rent includes trash collection, gardener, laundry facilities, parking
- Assessor Parcel Number 411728
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2007
Sold by
Taylor Ian L and Ross Elisabeth
Bought by
Coulson Joseph P and Hooker Christine
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 2003
Sold by
Purcell Beth and Dabney Thomas N
Bought by
Ross Elizabeth and Taylor Ian L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$744,800
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coulson Joseph P | $1,350,000 | -- | |
| Ross Elizabeth | $931,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Spamann Holger | $1,400,000 | |
| Closed | Spamann Holger | $920,000 | |
| Closed | Hooker Christine | $408,000 | |
| Closed | Coulson Joseph P | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ross Elizabeth | $747,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ross Elizabeth | $744,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | Rented | $10,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/06/2025 04/06/25 | For Rent | $10,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $16,864 | $2,655,800 | $1,176,100 | $1,479,700 |
| 2024 | $15,642 | $2,642,200 | $1,225,700 | $1,416,500 |
| 2023 | $14,606 | $2,492,500 | $1,250,500 | $1,242,000 |
| 2022 | $13,744 | $2,321,700 | $1,222,300 | $1,099,400 |
| 2021 | $12,994 | $2,221,200 | $1,199,200 | $1,022,000 |
| 2020 | $12,115 | $2,107,000 | $1,138,500 | $968,500 |
| 2019 | $11,930 | $2,008,500 | $1,114,000 | $894,500 |
| 2018 | $12,226 | $1,943,700 | $1,058,100 | $885,600 |
| 2017 | $11,998 | $1,848,700 | $1,009,200 | $839,500 |
| 2016 | $11,019 | $1,576,400 | $873,100 | $703,300 |
| 2015 | $10,899 | $1,393,700 | $764,800 | $628,900 |
| 2014 | $10,876 | $1,297,900 | $677,500 | $620,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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michael Malkoff
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73355550
APN: CAMB-000174-000000-000009
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