Landlord's Agent in 2024
Kim Walker Chin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
(617) 864-4430
4 in this area
90 Total Sales
55 Howard St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02139
Riverside NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $746,000 - $1,001,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
780
Sq Ft
1916
Built
Highlights
- 9,999 Sq Ft lot
- Community Pool
- Park
- Property is near public transit
- Tennis Courts
- Shops
About This Home
As of May 2024Location! Location! Location! Close to Harvard, Central & Kendall Squares; just blocks to the Charles River. This renovated two bedroom apartment is conveniently located on a tree-lined side street in the desirable Riverside neighborhood. The eat-in kitchen features quartz countertops, lots of cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, dishwasher, and tiled floor. Sparkling modern bathroom. The spacious living room with large windows allows for plenty of light. This unit's many amenities are rounded out by hardwood floors, great closet space, central a/c, in-unit laundry, and convenient basement storage. Easy access to Harvard, MIT, BU, MGH, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, shops, restaurants, parks, Charles River & easy access to I-90, & downtown Boston. Quality meets convenience in this wonderful unit!
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 05/11/2024
Condo Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,586
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Home Design
- 780 Sq Ft Home
- Entry on the 1st floor
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- No Cooling
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,500
- Property Available on 8/1/24
- Rent includes water, sewer
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Assessor Parcel Number 5116987
Community Details
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Additional Features
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Shops
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 2, 2021
Sold by
Mercer James A and Mcclure-Mercer Mary S
Bought by
Mercer James A and Mcclure-Mercer Mary S
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
$548,250
Outstanding Balance
$506,289
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Estimated Equity
$322,269
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 29, 2019
Closed on
Sep 26, 2019
Sold by
Cafasso Properties Llc
Bought by
Mercer Jaron A and Mcclure-Mercer Mary S
Seller's Agent
Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Kim Walker Chin
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
List Price
$745,000
Sold Price
$745,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.78%
Original Mortgage
$596,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer James A | -- | None Available | |
| Mercer James A | -- | None Available | |
| Mercer James A | -- | None Available | |
| Mercer Jaron A | $745,000 | -- | |
| Mercer Jaron A | $745,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mercer James A | $548,250 | |
| Closed | Mercer James A | $548,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Mercer Jaron A | $596,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2024 05/18/24 | Rented | $3,500 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 05/11/2024 05/11/24 | For Rent | $3,500 | +4.5% | -- | |
| 07/26/2023 07/26/23 | Rented | $3,350 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/26/2023 07/26/23 | Price Changed | $3,350 | +1.5% | $4 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/20/2023 07/20/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/17/2023 07/17/23 | Price Changed | $3,300 | -5.7% | $4 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/19/2023 06/19/23 | For Rent | $3,500 | +25.0% | -- | |
| 02/11/2020 02/11/20 | Rented | $2,800 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 02/10/2020 02/10/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/17/2020 01/17/20 | For Rent | $2,800 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 09/27/2019 09/27/19 | Sold | $745,000 | 0.0% | $955 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/02/2019 09/02/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/29/2019 08/29/19 | For Sale | $745,000 | -- | $955 / 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 | $4,586 | $722,200 | $0 | $722,200 |
| 2024 | $4,175 | $705,200 | $0 | $705,200 |
| 2023 | $4,142 | $706,900 | $0 | $706,900 |
| 2022 | $4,126 | $696,900 | $0 | $696,900 |
| 2021 | $4,038 | $690,300 | $0 | $690,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kim Walker Chin
-
Schae Koteles
S
Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Schae Koteles
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
2 in this area
12 Total Sales
-
Carlisle Ettenborough
C
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Carlisle Ettenborough
Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay
(617) 542-0012
9 Total Sales
-
Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
G
Seller's Agent in 2019
Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
(617) 844-2712
9 in this area
333 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73236418
APN: CAMB-122 106 55/1
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