NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,614,000 - $1,757,744

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,280 Sq Ft
$732/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 13, 2015

Last sale price $859,500 $377 Per Sq Ft

Est. 94% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,932/month

27 Days on Market

About This Home

As of August 2015

The Littlefield-James House strikes a warm balance of tasteful modern updates and historic farmhouse integrity. Centrally located between Union, Inman and Harvard Squares, this inviting home is walkable to public transportation, supermarkets, gyms, restaurants, and every urban convenience. Updated kitchen and bathrooms, featuring on-demand hot water and a steam shower. 9' high ceilings and original wide pine floors throughout. The 1st floor features an open living and dining room with stately pocket doors and a cozy family room with a wood burning fireplace. An elegant entryway staircase leads to 2+ bedrooms, a study/nursery, and a 4-piece bath with a farmer's sink and soaking tub. Additional finished space on the 3rd floor and basement create options for a playroom, bedrooms, home office.. the choice is yours. Unwind in the beautifully landscaped backyard or on the expansive wrap-around front porch. A 2+ private driveway completes all that this gracious wonderful home has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Margo Delaney

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge Listed on: 06/17/2015

Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Joslin

Leading Edge Real Estate

Leading Edge Real Estate

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2015
Closed on
Aug 13, 2015
Sold by
Balter Elizabeth E
Bought by
Grodd Alex and Grodd Hanger A
Seller's Agent
Margo Delaney
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Joslin
Leading Edge Real Estate
List Price
$879,000
Sold Price
$859,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,500
-2.22%
Total Days on Market
27
Current Estimated Value
$1,669,936

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$810,436
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.74%
Original Mortgage
$509,500
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2013
Sold by
Balter David L
Bought by
Balter Elizabeth E

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 2000
Sold by
Ridley Kimberly A and Curry Thomas J
Bought by
Balter David L and Curran Elizabeth E

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 1991
Sold by
Simon Martha A
Bought by
Ridley Kimberly A and Curry Thomas J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 1989
Sold by
Wulkan Peter G
Bought by
Simon Martha A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Grodd Alex $859,500 --
Balter Elizabeth E -- --
Balter David L $415,000 --
Ridley Kimberly A $214,000 --
Simon Martha A $86,100 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Grodd Alex $463,000
Closed Grodd Alex $509,500
Previous Owner Balter Elizabeth E $308,300
Previous Owner Wulkan Peter G $340,000
Previous Owner Balter David L $371,000
Previous Owner Wulkan Peter G $371,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/13/2015 08/13/15 Sold $859,500 0.0% $377 / Sq Ft
07/14/2015 07/14/15 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2015 07/02/15 Off Market $859,500 -- --
06/17/2015 06/17/15 For Sale $879,000 -- $386 / 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 $18,692 $1,713,300 $876,900 $836,400
2024 $17,535 $1,666,800 $876,900 $789,900
2023 $16,500 $1,595,700 $876,900 $718,800
2022 $15,321 $1,505,000 $835,200 $669,800
2021 $14,407 $1,413,800 $795,400 $618,400
2020 $13,536 $1,341,500 $764,800 $576,700
2019 $13,087 $1,216,300 $649,400 $566,900
2018 $11,205 $990,700 $590,400 $400,300
2017 $10,343 $886,300 $534,700 $351,600
2016 $10,525 $840,000 $525,500 $314,500
2015 $9,713 $770,300 $484,800 $285,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71859376

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: SOME-000064-C000000-000024