RENTED MAR 28, 2025

Estimated Value: $1,779,765 - $1,965,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,622 Sq Ft
$717/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 07, 2025

Last sale price $1,868,000 $712 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,240/month

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 4-minute walk to Porter Square Station
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Somerville High School Rated A-
  • Property is near public transit
  • 5-minute walk to Edward Alden Park

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to this beautifully updated home, newly purchased and ready for its next tenants! Located in the desirable Porter Square neighborhood of Cambridge, this property offers the perfect blend of modern living with convenient access to the best institutions in the world. The first floor features spacious dining, living, and kitchen spaces with plenty of storage space, including a bonus room that could be used as a bedroom or an office. The second floor boasts four bedrooms and two full baths, with a recently upgraded steam master shower. The third floor has a walkout deck with plenty of natural light. If you're looking to live near the heart of Boston's academic and cultural hub, this home is ideally situated. The vibrant neighborhood of Porter Square is known for its mix of restaurants, cafes, and shops, providing everything you need within walking distance. Last but not the least, Red line T Station is only a 3-minute walk away. Don't wait to see this fabulous opportunity!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Shi Earls

Winterspring Real Estate, LLC Listed on: 03/12/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Shi Earls

Winterspring Real Estate, LLC Listed on: 03/12/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,591

Year Built

  • Built in 1902

Lot Details

  • 2,222

Parking

  • 3 Car Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Entry on the 3rd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,622 Sq Ft Home
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Electric Baseboard Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $7,250
  • Rent includes parking
  • Assessor Parcel Number 410240

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Shops
  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,591

Year Built

Built in 1902

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Term: Lease Terms(Year),Term of Rental(12m)
  • Available Now: Yes
  • Deposit Required: Yes
  • FIRST MON REQD: Yes
  • INSURANCE REQD: Yes
  • LAST MON REQD: Yes
  • REFERENCES REQD: Yes
  • SEC DEPOSIT: 7250

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1902
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Round: Yes
  • CoOp Comp: 50/50
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialLease
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Other
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Laundry Features: In Building
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2622
  • Living Area: 2622
  • Spa YN: No
  • MAIN LO: AN7443
  • MAIN SO: AN7443

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Deck - Roof
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Deck - Roof
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Electric Baseboard, Baseboard, Radiant, Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association YN: No
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Rent Includes: Parking
  • Senior Community YN: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 410240
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 0.05
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 12, 2025
Closed on
Mar 7, 2025
Sold by
Kerns Arthur S and White Joleen T
Bought by
Gao Xiangjian
Seller's Agent
Shi Earls
Winterspring Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Shi Earls
Winterspring Real Estate, LLC
Sold Price
$7,250
Views
23
Current Estimated Value
$1,879,441

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,872,191
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.86%
Original Mortgage
$1,120,800
Outstanding Balance
$1,113,424
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$766,017

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 11, 2012
Closed on
Jul 2, 2012
Sold by
Depapp John and Depapp Gabrielle
Bought by
Kerns Arthur S and White Joleen T
Seller's Agent
Gail Roberts
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Buyer's Agent
Brian Fitzpatrick
Coldwell Banker Realty - Waltham
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$835,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-4.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.55%
Original Mortgage
$668,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2006
Sold by
Kalis Lisa and Lansford Wendell W
Bought by
Depapp Gabrielle Derri and Depapp John

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$625,000
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2004
Sold by
Outlaw Betty J
Bought by
Kalis Lisa and Lansford Wendell

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2004
Sold by
Outlaw Betty J
Bought by
Outlaw Betty J and Weeks Frederick J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 1992
Sold by
Snitzer Herb
Bought by
Outlaw Bettye J
Source: Public Records

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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
Gao Xiangjian $1,868,000 None Available
Gao Xiangjian $1,868,000 None Available
Kerns Arthur S $835,000 --
Kerns Arthur S $835,000 --
Depapp Gabrielle Derri $845,000 --
Depapp Gabrielle Derri $845,000 --
Kalis Lisa $780,000 --
Kalis Lisa $780,000 --
Outlaw Betty J -- --
Outlaw Betty J -- --
Outlaw Betty J -- --
Outlaw Bettye J $177,450 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gao Xiangjian $1,120,800
Closed Gao Xiangjian $1,120,800
Previous Owner Kerns Arthur S $668,000
Previous Owner Depapp Gabrielle Derri $625,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/28/2025 03/28/25 Rented $7,250 0.0% --
03/12/2025 03/12/25 For Rent $7,250 0.0% --
03/07/2025 03/07/25 Sold $1,868,000 +24.5% $790 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/20/2025 01/20/25 Pending -- -- --
01/14/2025 01/14/25 For Sale $1,499,900 +79.6% $634 / Sq Ft
07/02/2012 07/02/12 Sold $835,000 -1.2% $352 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/18/2012 05/18/12 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2012 05/01/12 Price Changed $845,000 -3.4% $357 / Sq Ft
04/11/2012 04/11/12 For Sale $875,000 -- $369 / 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 $4,591 $723,000 $299,100 $423,900
2024 $4,307 $727,600 $321,900 $405,700
2023 $3,982 $679,500 $327,800 $351,700
2022 $3,779 $638,400 $327,200 $311,200
2021 $3,647 $623,500 $334,400 $289,100
2020 $3,445 $599,100 $325,200 $273,900
2019 $3,166 $533,000 $280,300 $252,700
2018 $2,266 $360,300 $253,000 $107,300
2017 $2,153 $331,800 $232,400 $99,400
2016 $2,089 $298,800 $201,200 $97,600
2015 $2,037 $260,500 $175,800 $84,700
2014 $2,075 $247,600 $164,100 $83,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73344654

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000153-000000-000022