$615,000
SOLD AUG 20, 2018
1 Bed
1 Bath
690 Sq Ft
$316/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$891 Per Sq Ft

7% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 2-minute walk to Cambridge Common Park

About This Home

As of August 2018

Iconic building in the heart of Harvard Sq. Galley kitchen, hardwood floors, updated bathroom, outstanding view of Cambridge Commons. Rare opportunity to grab a slice of life in one of the most vibrant communities in the world. 1/4 mile to Harvard Sq T, Harvard University, shops restaurants and nightlife. The building is professionally managed with on site superintendent and has a classic common entrance foyer. Common laundry and elevators for each wing of building. Group showing Sunday 7/22 at 1:30 PM

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Craig Foley

LAER Realty Partners Listed on: 07/19/2018

LAER Realty Partners

Last Buyer's Agent

Thomas Barlow

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

William Raveis R.E. & Home Services

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,563

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

HOA Fees

  • $316 per month

Utilities

  • Shared Heating and Cooling
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Water Holding Tank

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Year Round Access
  • Basement

Community Details

  • Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00172 L:0006500516

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,563

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$316 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Condominium/Co-Op
  • CC Type: Condo
  • Style: Low-Rise
  • Other Agent: 2.50
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 833.33
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Lead Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Unit Building: 516
  • Unit Level: 5
  • Unit Placement: Upper
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Year Built: 1925

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • No Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • No Rooms: 3
  • Basement: Y
  • No Living Levels: 1
  • Main Lo: AN4643
  • Main So: AN4870
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 690.00

Exterior Features

  • Beach Ownership: Public
  • Beachfront Flag: Yes
  • Beach Miles To: 3/10 to 1/2 Mile
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Exterior Unit Features: City View(s), Garden Area, Professional Landscaping

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: On Street Permit

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Heating: Steam, Common
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Tank
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Fee Interval: Monthly
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, T-Station, University
  • HOA Fees: 315.98
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Master Insurance, Laundry Facilities, Elevator, Exterior Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal, Refuse Removal, Reserve Funds
  • Condo Association: Yes
  • Association Security: Intercom
  • Management: Professional - On Site

Association/Amenities

  • Condominium Name: Puritan Arms Condominiums

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 466000.00
  • Page: 517
  • Parcel Number: M:00172 L:0006500516
  • Zoning: C1

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes w/ Restrictions

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 2931.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 411344

Multi Family

  • No Units: 92

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 30, 2018
Closed on
Aug 20, 2018
Sold by
Stern David
Bought by
Quadir Iqbal Z
Seller's Agent
Thomas Barlow
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Buyer's Agent
Valentina Alzate
Cambridge Premier Realty
Sold Price
$2,500
Current Estimated Value
$736,068

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$733,568
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.39%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 10, 1995
Sold by
Rafferty Stephen J
Bought by
Stern David and Stern Lillian

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 1989
Sold by
Enriquez John M
Bought by
Rafferty Stephen J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,500
Interest Rate
10.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $615,000 --
Deed $118,000 --
Deed $134,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $113,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/05/2023 07/05/23 Rented $2,800 0.0% --
05/30/2023 05/30/23 Under Contract -- -- --
05/22/2023 05/22/23 For Rent $2,800 +12.0% --
05/13/2021 05/13/21 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
04/01/2021 04/01/21 For Rent $2,500 0.0% --
09/01/2018 09/01/18 Rented $2,500 0.0% --
08/20/2018 08/20/18 Sold $615,000 0.0% $891 / Sq Ft
08/08/2018 08/08/18 Price Changed $2,600 -7.1% $4 / Sq Ft
07/30/2018 07/30/18 For Rent $2,800 0.0% --
07/23/2018 07/23/18 Pending -- -- --
07/19/2018 07/19/18 For Sale $575,000 -- $833 / 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 $3,563 $561,100 $0 $561,100
2024 $3,219 $543,800 $0 $543,800
2023 $3,249 $554,500 $0 $554,500
2022 $3,299 $557,200 $0 $557,200
2021 $3,229 $551,900 $0 $551,900
2020 $3,155 $548,700 $0 $548,700
2019 $3,020 $508,400 $0 $508,400
2018 $2,931 $466,000 $0 $466,000
2017 $2,775 $427,600 $0 $427,600
2016 $2,627 $375,800 $0 $375,800
2015 $2,598 $332,200 $0 $332,200
2014 $2,553 $304,700 $0 $304,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72365240

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000172-000000-000065-000516