SOLD JUL 28, 2017
RENTED MAY 26, 2025
8 Allen St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02140
North Cambridge Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,000
Sq Ft
$195/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- 3-minute walk to Porter Square Station
- Community Pool
- Wood Flooring
- Mud Room
- Tennis Courts
About This Home
As of September 2018Open Houses cancelled! Offer accepted. Located in the heart of Porter Square, this 2 bed 2 full bath condo with deeded parking has it all! Nestled on a quiet side street and within walking distance to the Redline and commuter rail, Porter Square shopping center, and local restaurants/shops. The unit features beautiful hardwood floors, central air, in-unit laundry and much more! Well thought out sunny layout and a private unit entrance plus dedicated mudroom. The eat-in kitchen offers granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space. The master suite features a closet and full en suite. The second bedroom has a closet and access to the shared bathroom that has dual entries. Enjoy al fresco living with a spacious common yard/garden area that's perfect for entertaining and features large planting beds to indulge your green thumb! Walk Score of 94! Freshly painted exterior & interior - don’t miss your opportunity to call this property home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Joseph Pollack
Redfin Corp. Listed on: 07/12/2017
Co-Listed By
Michael Maggio
Redfin Corp.
Last Buyer's Agent
Yu Zuo
Uhomes Realty
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,676
Year Built
- Built in 1900
HOA Fees
- $195 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,000 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Sheet Rock Walls or Ceilings
- Insulated Windows
- Mud Room
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Range
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
- Off-Street Parking
- Assigned Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Central Air
- 1 Cooling Zone
- 1 Heating Zone
- Baseboard Heating
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure, reserve funds
- 5 Units
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Park
- Jogging Path
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Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/26/2025 05/26/25 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/19/2025 05/19/25 | For Rent | $3,750 | +25.0% | -- |
| 12/15/2023 12/15/23 | Rented | $3,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 12/03/2023 12/03/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/24/2023 11/24/23 | For Rent | $3,000 | -14.3% | -- |
| 10/27/2021 10/27/21 | Rented | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/15/2021 10/15/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/04/2021 10/04/21 | For Rent | $3,500 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/27/2018 09/27/18 | Sold | $726,000 | 0.0% | $726 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2018 07/28/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/25/2018 07/25/18 | For Sale | $726,000 | +3.0% | $726 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2017 07/28/17 | Sold | $705,000 | +6.8% | $705 / Sq Ft |
| 07/14/2017 07/14/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/12/2017 07/12/17 | For Sale | $660,000 | +59.0% | $660 / Sq Ft |
| 06/19/2014 06/19/14 | Sold | $415,000 | +5.1% | $568 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2014 05/02/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/20/2014 04/20/14 | For Sale | $395,000 | -9.6% | $541 / Sq Ft |
| 08/17/2012 08/17/12 | Sold | $437,000 | -0.5% | $437 / Sq Ft |
| 08/16/2012 08/16/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2012 06/12/12 | Price Changed | $439,000 | -2.2% | $439 / Sq Ft |
| 05/22/2012 05/22/12 | For Sale | $449,000 | -- | $449 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Z
Seller's Agent in 2025
Zhengnan Kang
Blue Ocean Realty, LLC
(413) 275-6047
40 Total Sales
-
Y
Seller's Agent in 2021
Ying Lin
Blue Ocean Realty, LLC
-
R
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Ronald Opara
The Tate Team
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Jessica (Lin) Wu
JW Real Estate Services, LLC
(508) 615-1207
1 in this area
137 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2017
Joseph Pollack
Redfin Corp.
-
M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017
Michael Maggio
Redfin Corp.
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72196571
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