NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $615,000 - $692,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
658 Sq Ft
$300/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold August 09, 2022

Last sale price $585,000 $889 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,067/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Property is near public transit
  • Community Pool
  • Medical Services
  • Wood Flooring
  • 5-minute walk to Raymond Park

About This Home

As of August 2022

Charming sun-filled 2-bed condo in the desirable Observatory Hill neighborhood of Cambridge close to Harvard. Situated in a quaint red brick building with a beautifully landscaped courtyard, lies a cozy 658 sq foot 2-bed, 1 bath condo that offers a thoughtful and efficient floor plan, tall ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, charming period detailing, and plenty of natural light. A clean and functional kitchen features extra tall white cabinets, newer appliances, an argyle tile backsplash, plentiful countertop space, and a charming spice closet. 2 good sized bedrooms, multiple closets, free shared laundry, and an exclusive storage space in the basement make this gem ideal for owner-occupants or investors alike. The full bath has a tile-surround tub/shower combo, a pedestal sink and a ceramic floor. Close to two redline stops, Harvard University, Danehy Park, Rt. 2, and all the restaurants, cafes, shopping that Harvard and Porter Square have to offer. Make this place your home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Denman Group

Compass Listed on: 06/13/2022

Compass

Co-Listed By

Mona Chen

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Adam Rosenbaum

Senne

Senne

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,356

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area

HOA Fees

  • $300 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 658 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • 60 Amp Service
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4603235

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, reserve funds
  • 5 Units
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • 6 Garden Court Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Common Area
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,356

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$300 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5%
  • Buyer Agency Type: %
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 2.5%
  • Transaction Broker Type: %
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater,Tank Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Common Area, In Building
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Living Area: 658
  • Stories Total: 1
  • MAIN LO: AN2383
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 864.74
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 889.06
  • MAIN SO: B99241

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Slate
  • Waterfront YN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 60 Amps/Less
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Security Features: Intercom
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1
  • COOLING ZONES: 0

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Amenities: Hot Water, Laundry
  • Association Fee: 300
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Other
  • UNIT BUILDING: 2
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Reserve Funds

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 4603235
  • Zoning: RES
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 443
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Common

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3356.05
  • Tax Book Number: 43535

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 5
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2004
Sold by
Perkins Claire L
Bought by
Yan An and Zhu Yi
Current Estimated Value
$656,308

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$257,600
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Yan An $322,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hayes-Bevington Nancy $435,000
Closed Yan An $242,768
Closed Yan An $248,000
Closed Yan An $257,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/09/2022 08/09/22 Sold $585,000 +2.8% $889 / Sq Ft
06/21/2022 06/21/22 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2022 06/13/22 For Sale $569,000 0.0% $865 / Sq Ft
05/31/2019 05/31/19 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
05/02/2019 05/02/19 Under Contract -- -- --
04/11/2019 04/11/19 For Rent $2,400 0.0% --
06/01/2018 06/01/18 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
05/03/2018 05/03/18 Under Contract -- -- --
04/20/2018 04/20/18 For Rent $2,400 0.0% --
06/01/2017 06/01/17 Rented $2,400 0.0% --
05/25/2017 05/25/17 Under Contract -- -- --
05/15/2017 05/15/17 For Rent $2,400 +37.1% --
10/13/2013 10/13/13 Rented $1,750 0.0% --
10/13/2013 10/13/13 For Rent $1,750 -- --
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 $3,617 $569,600 $0 $569,600
2024 $3,258 $550,300 $0 $550,300
2023 $3,289 $561,200 $0 $561,200
2022 $3,276 $553,300 $0 $553,300
2021 $3,206 $548,100 $0 $548,100
2020 $3,190 $554,800 $0 $554,800
2019 $3,054 $514,100 $0 $514,100
2018 $3,034 $471,200 $0 $471,200
2017 $2,781 $428,500 $0 $428,500
2016 $2,641 $377,800 $0 $377,800
2015 $2,611 $333,900 $0 $333,900
2014 $2,567 $306,300 $0 $306,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72996638

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000229-000000-000144-000002