NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8 Mellen St Cambridge, MA 02138

Baldwin Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,308,000 - $4,193,000

7 Beds
3 Baths
3,551 Sq Ft
$1,021/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 30, 2012

Last sale price $1,385,000 $390 Per Sq Ft

Est. 162% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,671/month

14 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2012

Stately Victorian Mansard - coveted Harvard Law School neighborhood. 3 floors of gracious and grand living space. Features a grand foyer with double living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen w/access to back yard. Magnificent details: High ceilings, mouldings & medallions, turned balustrade, pocket doors, bay windows, marble surrounds, gorgeous lighting, and arched niches. Private, low maintenance back yard. Tremendous curb appeal. Splendid opportunity to own a classic in a great location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carol Kelly and Myra von Turkov

Compass Listed on: 03/30/2012

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Lauren Holleran

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,379

Year Built

1902

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1902

Interior Features

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Number of Rooms: 12
  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, University
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200 Amps
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Bedroom 2: Second Floor, 15X13
  • Bedroom 3: Second Floor, 12X11
  • Bedroom 4: Second Floor, 13X10
  • Bedroom 5: Third Floor, 17X13
  • Bathroom #1: First Floor
  • Bathroom #2: Second Floor
  • Bathroom #3: Third Floor
  • Kitchen: First Floor, 12X17
  • Living Room: First Floor, 18X15
  • Master Bedroom: Second Floor, 16X15
  • Master Bedroom Description: Bay/Bow Windows
  • Dining Room: First Floor, 12X17

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior: Asbestos
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Fieldstone

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Off-Street, Tandem
  • Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas, Tankless
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2012
Sold by
Way Michael
Bought by
Zeitlin Beth
Current Estimated Value
$3,625,817

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2012
Closed on
Jul 30, 2012
Sold by
Reid Robert C and Landisman Carole
Bought by
Way Michael
Seller's Agent
Carol Kelly and Myra von Turkov
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Holleran
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,385,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
2.59%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.58%
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 2006
Sold by
Harvard College
Bought by
Landisman Carole and Reid Robert Clay Je

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Zeitlin Beth -- --
Way Michael $1,385,000 --
Landisman Carole $1,100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Way Michael $650,000
Previous Owner Landisman Carole $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/30/2012 07/30/12 Sold $1,385,000 +2.6% $390 / Sq Ft
04/13/2012 04/13/12 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2012 03/30/12 For Sale $1,350,000 -- $380 / 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 $17,379 $2,736,800 $1,085,900 $1,650,900
2024 $16,047 $2,710,600 $1,130,500 $1,580,100
2023 $14,748 $2,516,800 $1,151,100 $1,365,700
2022 $13,282 $2,331,400 $1,123,400 $1,208,000
2021 $13,282 $2,270,400 $1,148,200 $1,122,200
2020 $12,531 $2,179,300 $1,116,700 $1,062,600
2019 $11,566 $1,947,200 $962,400 $984,800
2018 $11,369 $1,807,400 $868,600 $938,800
2017 $10,908 $1,680,700 $798,100 $882,600
2016 $10,555 $1,510,000 $690,800 $819,200
2015 $10,430 $1,333,700 $603,600 $730,100
2014 $10,783 $1,286,700 $563,400 $723,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Carol Kelly and Myra von Turkov

    Compass

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  • Lauren Holleran

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Lauren Holleran

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 913-2203

    4 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Lauren Holleran
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 71359754

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000157-000000-000049

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02138 Baldwin

8 Mellen St, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 8 Mellen St, Cambridge, MA 02138 since 30 March 2012 and is currently estimated at $3,625,817, approximately $1,021 per square foot. This property was built in 1902. 8 Mellen St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including St Peter School, Cambridge Montessori School, and Saint Paul's Choir School.

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