$1,160,000
SOLD AUG 7, 2025

53 Orchard St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02140

North Cambridge Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,346 Sq Ft
$275/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$862 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Medical Services
  • Wood Flooring
  • Jogging Path
  • Property is near public transit
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 1 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of August 2025

On one of west Cambridge's most lovely 1-way tree-lined residential side streets, a light-filled 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium a short distance to Davis & Porter Squares, the Red Line, scores of restaurants & shops. On 1st & 2nd levels of beautiful late-19th-c. building set back from sidewalk, the condominium has gracious living & dining rooms with unusually high ceilings, oversized windows, & gorgeous hardwood floors. The just-upgraded eat-in kitchen has abundant cabinetry, excellent stone counter space, stainless-steel appliances, center island, 2 exposures & a patio. A separate 1st-floor sunlit study with a closet makes a desirable workspace, playroom, or guest space. There is a full bath on both levels, in-unit laundry, a well-conceived floor plan, and cross-ventilation. There is exclusive use of half of the 2-c garage, an additional parking space in front of the garage, and huge private storage. Several common green spaces. Location, size, amenities, beauty, and convenience!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Petrowsky Jones Group

Compass Listed on: 06/12/2025

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Co-Listed By

Christian Jones

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Robin Repucci

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,803

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $275 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Deeded Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,346 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Steam

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00180 L:0004600001,412505

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, snow removal
  • 4 Units
  • 53 Orchard Street Condominium Trust Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • Storm Windows

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,803

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$275 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Year Built Details: Renovated Since
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Hardwood
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street,Upper)
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Basement: Y
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1346
  • Living Area: 1346
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 854.38
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 861.81
  • MAIN SO: AN2383
  • Insulation: Unknown

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio, Garden
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Deeded, Off Street, Driveway, Paved, Exclusive Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 275
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association, No Management

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: M:00180 L:0004600001,412505
  • Zoning: Res
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 21
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5803
  • Tax Book Number: 170

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 4
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2025
Closed on
Aug 1, 2025
Sold by
Krishna Agrawal Ret and Agrawal
Bought by
Campany Robert
Seller's Agent
The Petrowsky Jones Group
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Robin Repucci
Compass
List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$1,160,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
0.87%
Views
21

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.56%
Original Mortgage
$806,500
Outstanding Balance
$805,856
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$369,493

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2023
Sold by
Agrawal Krishna
Bought by
Krishna Agrawal 2023 Ret and Agrawal

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2006
Sold by
Okun Douglas R and Agrawal Krishna
Bought by
Agrawal Krishna
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Condominium Deed $1,160,000 --
Condominium Deed -- None Available
Land Court Massachusetts -- --
Land Court Massachusetts -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $806,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/07/2025 08/07/25 Sold $1,160,000 +0.9% $862 / Sq Ft
06/21/2025 06/21/25 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Sale $1,150,000 -- $854 / 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 $5,803 $913,900 $0 $913,900
2024 $5,432 $917,600 $0 $917,600
2023 $5,115 $872,800 $0 $872,800
2022 $5,098 $861,200 $0 $861,200
2021 $4,916 $840,300 $0 $840,300
2020 $4,649 $808,600 $0 $808,600
2019 $4,469 $752,300 $0 $752,300
2018 $2,274 $692,900 $0 $692,900
2017 $4,241 $653,500 $0 $653,500
2016 $4,186 $598,900 $0 $598,900
2015 $4,156 $531,500 $0 $531,500
2014 $4,117 $491,300 $0 $491,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • John Petrowsky

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    John Petrowsky

    Compass

    (617) 504-6330

    2 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    John Petrowsky
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  • Christian Jones

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Christian Jones

    Compass

    (617) 240-0799

    2 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Christian Jones
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  • Robin Repucci

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Robin Repucci

    Compass

    (617) 388-3312

    1 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Robin Repucci
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73390512

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000180-000000-000046-000001

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02140 North Cambridge

53 Orchard St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 53 Orchard St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02140 and is currently priced at $1,160,000, approximately $861 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 53 Orchard St Unit 1 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School, Cambridge Montessori School, and Cambridge Friends School.

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