62 Foster St Cambridge, MA 02138
West Cambridge NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,285,615 - $4,540,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,671
Sq Ft
$1,426/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Medical Services
- Custom Closet System
- Landscaped Professionally
- Open Floorplan
- Colonial Architecture
- Property is near public transit
About This Home
As of December 2022It was the classic facade and the proximity to Harvard Sq & the Charles River that drew them to 62 Foster St in 2012. Hidden behind the historic clapboard lies a sleek, sophisticated oasis in the middle of a bustling city. Seasoned renovators, they created a fabulously appointed open kitchen/living room with a wood burning fireplace & french doors to the back patio, a private office, & full-size dining room. On the 2nd floor, they made a bedroom suite for their high school aged daughter, a bedroom for when their sons visited, & a media room with a gas fireplace. They transformed the top floor into a light-filled suite with a skylit spa bathroom for themselves. The house is set back from the street behind a lush garden designed to complement the clean architecture & handsome mahogany front door. As life is taking them away from Cambridge, this lovely blend of history & contemporary convenience is available for a new owner who is drawn to its story book character and special location.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,132
Year Built
- Built in 1886
Lot Details
- 3,209 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped Professionally
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Garden
- Property is zoned C-1
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,671 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Central Vacuum
- Skylights
- Decorative Lighting
- Insulated Windows
- French Doors
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Home Office
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Wine Cooler
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on third floor
- Custom Closet System
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Parking
- On-Street Parking
- Open Parking
Outdoor Features
- Bulkhead
- Patio
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 3 Cooling Zones
- 3 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 415907
Community Details
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Park
- Jogging Path
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 3, 2013
Sold by
Herrick David P
Bought by
Herrick Ellen and Herrick David P
Total Days on Market
30
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 6, 2011
Closed on
Feb 28, 2012
Sold by
Pinto John A and Pinto Margaret H
Bought by
Herrick David P
Seller's Agent
Lisa May
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ted Mielcarz
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
List Price
$1,575,000
Sold Price
$1,440,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$135,000
-8.57%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.62%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 7, 2004
Sold by
Campbell A Kim
Bought by
Pinto John A and Pinto Margaret H
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2002
Sold by
Preston Jerome and Preston Dorothy M
Bought by
Campbell A Kim
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$855,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herrick Ellen | -- | -- | |
| Herrick David P | $1,440,000 | -- | |
| Pinto John A | $1,495,000 | -- | |
| Campbell A Kim | $1,140,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Bailey Exome Ret | $2,145,000 | |
| Closed | Herrick David P | $411,614 | |
| Previous Owner | Herrick David P | $700,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Herrick David P | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Campbell A Kim | $855,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Preston Jerome | $700,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2022 12/15/22 | Sold | $3,300,000 | -4.3% | $1,235 / Sq Ft |
| 10/29/2022 10/29/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/20/2022 10/20/22 | Price Changed | $3,450,000 | -8.7% | $1,292 / Sq Ft |
| 09/28/2022 09/28/22 | For Sale | $3,780,000 | +162.5% | $1,415 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2012 02/28/12 | Sold | $1,440,000 | -3.7% | $630 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2011 07/18/11 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/13/2011 05/13/11 | Price Changed | $1,495,000 | -3.5% | $655 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2011 04/28/11 | Price Changed | $1,549,000 | -1.7% | $678 / Sq Ft |
| 04/06/2011 04/06/11 | For Sale | $1,575,000 | -- | $690 / 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 | $19,778 | $3,114,600 | $1,438,700 | $1,675,900 |
| 2024 | $17,888 | $3,021,700 | $1,417,300 | $1,604,400 |
| 2023 | $15,517 | $2,648,000 | $1,387,000 | $1,261,000 |
| 2022 | $13,838 | $2,484,500 | $1,381,100 | $1,103,400 |
| 2021 | $13,838 | $2,365,400 | $1,354,300 | $1,011,100 |
| 2020 | $13,025 | $2,265,200 | $1,307,300 | $957,900 |
| 2019 | $12,002 | $2,020,500 | $1,146,400 | $874,100 |
| 2018 | $12,413 | $1,973,400 | $1,139,700 | $833,700 |
| 2017 | $12,459 | $1,919,700 | $1,139,700 | $780,000 |
| 2016 | $11,982 | $1,714,100 | $1,002,300 | $711,800 |
| 2015 | $12,177 | $1,557,200 | $921,800 | $635,400 |
| 2014 | $11,650 | $1,390,200 | $838,000 | $552,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lisa May
Seller's Agent in 2022
Lisa May
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 429-3188
26 in this area
133 Total Sales
-
Abigail Clutz
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Abigail Clutz
Gibson Sothebys International Realty
(617) 945-9161
3 in this area
16 Total Sales
-
Jonathan Radford
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Jonathan Radford
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
(617) 335-1010
1 in this area
43 Total Sales
-
T
Buyer's Agent in 2012
Ted Mielcarz
Coldwell Banker Realty - Brookline
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 73042252
APN: CAMB-000220-000000-000105
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