Seller's Agent in 2014
Lauren Holleran
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 913-2203
4 in this area
43 Total Sales
56 Stearns St Cambridge, MA 02138
Neighborhood Nine NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,835,456 - $2,532,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,834
Sq Ft
$1,117/Sq Ft
Est. Value
About This Home
As of June 2014Sited on a leafy side street, this renovated single family is an oasis in the city! The first floor features a new kitchen with butcher block and marble countertops, a lovely dining room, a bright and airy living room, and a family room/study. There is a half bath next to the kitchen. A mudroom leads out to a back deck and landscaped yard, complete with storage shed. The upstairs offers a master bedroom with a walk-in closet and a bathroom, as well as two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a laundry area. Many updates throughout, including plumbing, electric, heating systems, water tank, basement drainage. Located near Raymond Park and less than one-half mile to the Porter Square Red Line T. Open Houses 10a-12p on Thursday 5/1 & Friday 5/2; and 11:30a-1:30p on Saturday 5/3 & Sunday 5/4. Seller intends to review any offer/s Tuesday 5/6 at 12pm.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 04/30/2014
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Year Built
1903
Lot Details
2,614 Sq Ft Lot
Listing Details
- Lot Description: Fenced/Enclosed, Level
- Special Features: None
- Property Sub Type: Detached
- Stories: 2
- Year Built: 1903
Interior Features
- Has Basement: Yes
- Primary Bathroom: Yes
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, T-Station
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Energy: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full
- Bedroom 2: Second Floor
- Bedroom 3: Second Floor
- Bathroom #1: First Floor
- Bathroom #2: Second Floor
- Bathroom #3: Second Floor
- Kitchen: First Floor
- Laundry Room: Second Floor
- Living Room: First Floor
- Master Bedroom: Second Floor
- Dining Room: First Floor
- Family Room: First Floor
Exterior Features
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior: Clapboard
- Exterior Features: Porch, Deck, Storage Shed, Fenced Yard
- Foundation: Fieldstone
Garage/Parking
- Parking: On Street Permit
- Parking Spaces: 0
Utilities
- Heat Zones: 2
- Hot Water: Natural Gas
- Utility Connections: for Gas Range
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 30, 2014
Closed on
Jun 27, 2014
Sold by
Werley Sean M and Young Deborah L
Bought by
Elston Mary B
Seller's Agent
Lauren Holleran
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Charles Cherney
Compass
List Price
$1,048,000
Sold Price
$1,305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$257,000
24.52%
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
$743,114
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.91%
Original Mortgage
$913,500
Outstanding Balance
$681,269
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,366,845
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 2008
Sold by
Karlen Frances W and Karlen Jon E
Bought by
Young Deborah Lynn and Werley Sean M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$620,000
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 7, 2002
Sold by
Ames Adam B
Bought by
Karlen Frances W and Karlen Jon E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$443,950
Interest Rate
7.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 1997
Sold by
Est Volpe Rocco J and Harvey Ruth L
Bought by
Ames Adam B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,500
Interest Rate
7.47%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elston Mary B | $1,305,000 | -- | |
| Young Deborah Lynn | $820,000 | -- | |
| Karlen Frances W | $560,000 | -- | |
| Ames Adam B | $235,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Elston Mary B | $913,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Ames Adam B | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ames Adam B | $610,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Young Deborah Lynn | $620,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ames Adam B | $443,950 | |
| Previous Owner | Ames Adam B | $211,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2014 06/27/14 | Sold | $1,305,000 | +24.5% | $712 / Sq Ft |
| 05/07/2014 05/07/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2014 04/30/14 | For Sale | $1,048,000 | -- | $571 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
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 | $9,646 | $1,519,100 | $694,400 | $824,700 |
| 2024 | $9,066 | $1,531,500 | $723,500 | $808,000 |
| 2023 | $8,386 | $1,431,000 | $736,400 | $694,600 |
| 2022 | $7,885 | $1,332,000 | $723,500 | $608,500 |
| 2021 | $7,355 | $1,257,200 | $707,900 | $549,300 |
| 2020 | $7,212 | $1,254,200 | $733,200 | $521,000 |
| 2019 | $7,177 | $1,208,300 | $730,000 | $478,300 |
| 2018 | $6,929 | $1,101,600 | $642,800 | $458,800 |
| 2017 | $6,873 | $1,059,000 | $629,800 | $429,200 |
| 2016 | $6,559 | $938,300 | $545,800 | $392,500 |
| 2015 | $6,487 | $829,500 | $478,000 | $351,500 |
| 2014 | $6,262 | $747,300 | $400,500 | $346,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lauren Holleran
-
Charles Cherney
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Charles Cherney
Compass
(617) 733-8937
9 in this area
101 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 71672725
APN: CAMB-000205-000000-000022
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