NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8 Newton St Unit 1 Cambridge, MA 02139

Cambridgeport Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $991,880 - $1,179,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,094 Sq Ft
$265/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold November 03, 2023

Last sale price $935,000 $855 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,371/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Marina
  • Custom Closet System
  • Property is near public transit
  • Medical Services
  • Deck
  • 3-minute walk to Richard L. Parrow Park

About This Home

As of November 2023

Sited on a leafy one-way street in Cambridgeport, this gracious 2 bed, 2 bath condo occupies the entire first floor of a well-maintained triple decker. High ceilings, natural light and large rooms characterize this home. The open living and dining plan is ideal for entertaining, while the kitchen offers plenty of storage and counterspace sure to delight your inner chef. The generous primary bedroom with en-suite bath, located at the rear of the home, provides quiet sanctuary. An additional bedroom and full bathroom with a tub and shower complete the interior space. The front porch is the perfect way to meet the neighbors, while the private back deck and common yard are a hidden retreat ideal for grilling or kicking back with friends. Amenities include laundry and basement storage. Prime location, a few short blocks to the Charles River, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, MIT and easy access to Central and Harvard Squares, this home offers a vibrant urban lifestyle of convenience and comfort.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Holleran Team

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty Listed on: 09/20/2023

Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Dennis Patch

Parkway Real Estate, LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,985

Year Built

  • Built in 1916

Lot Details

  • Near Conservation Area
  • Fenced Yard

HOA Fees

  • $265 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Frame Construction
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,094 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Insulated Doors

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Custom Closet System
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Gas Grill

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Schools

  • Lottery Elementary And Middle School
  • Crls High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • 1 Heating Zone
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1 / 101
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1021011,3323127

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, sewer, insurance, maintenance structure
  • 3 Units
  • 8 Newton Street Condominium Community

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry

Recreation

  • Marina
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Park
  • Jogging Path
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,985

Year Built

Built in 1916

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$265 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Buyer Agency: 2.5
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Transaction Broker: 1
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • SUB AGENCY OFFERED: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Compensation Based On: Net Sale Price
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Internet Available - Broadband
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Entry Location: Unit Placement(Street)
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Appliances: Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer, Utility Connections for Gas Range, Utility Connections for Gas Oven, Utility Connections for Gas Dryer, Utility Connections Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 108
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Room Master Bedroom Features: Bathroom - Full, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 297
  • Master Bathroom Features: Yes
  • Bathroom 1 Area: 42
  • Bathroom 1 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Closet - Linen, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
  • Bathroom 1 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Level: First
  • Bathroom 2 Area: 45
  • Bathroom 2 Features: Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Recessed Lighting
  • Room Dining Room Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Dining Room Area: 180
  • Room Kitchen Level: First
  • Room Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Recessed Lighting, Peninsula
  • Room Kitchen Area: 156
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building, Washer Hookup
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Area: 187
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box, Exterior Access, Recessed Lighting
  • Basement: Y
  • Accessibility Features: No
  • Living Area: 1094
  • Spa YN: No
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • MAIN LO: BB5918
  • LIST PRICE PER Sq Ft: 818.1
  • PRICE PER Sq Ft: 854.66
  • MAIN SO: AN1560
  • Insulation: Unknown

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Home Warranty YN: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Waterview Flag: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage YN: No
  • Open Parking YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Gas Dryer, Washer Hookup, Outdoor Gas Grill Hookup
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Steam, Natural Gas
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • HEAT ZONES: 1

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 265
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • UNIT BUILDING: 1
  • MANAGEMENT: Owner Association
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1021011,3323127
  • Zoning: C1
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • PAGE: 095
  • OUTDOOR SPACE AVAILABLE: Yes - Private
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1984.97
  • Tax Block: 101
  • Tax Book Number: 71335
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Map Number: 102

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 3
  • Basement Included Sq Ft: No
  • NO UNITS OWNER OCC: 3

MLS Schools

  • High School: Crls
  • Elementary School: Lottery
  • Middle Or Junior School: Lottery

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 20, 2023
Closed on
Nov 2, 2023
Sold by
Betz Jacob and Reddy Swapna
Bought by
Plummer Abigail and Agrawal Uday
Seller's Agent
Lauren Holleran Team
Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dennis Patch
Parkway Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$935,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,000
4.47%
Views
94
Current Estimated Value
$1,063,220

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$128,220
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.92%
Original Mortgage
$748,000
Outstanding Balance
$731,892
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$331,328

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2018
Closed on
Jul 18, 2018
Sold by
Shovlin John and Smentek Kristel
Bought by
Betz Jacob and Reddy Swapna
Seller's Agent
Chris Young
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Luke Welling
Redfin Corp.
List Price
$759,000
Sold Price
$840,000
Premium/Discount to List
$81,000
10.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.04%
Original Mortgage
$630,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2010
Sold by
Banister David
Bought by
Shovlin John and Smentek Kristel

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,350
Interest Rate
4.78%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2006
Sold by
Alcorn Anthony J
Bought by
Banister David

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 1998
Sold by
Corts Kenneth S
Bought by
Alcorn Anthony J
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
Plummer Abigail $935,000 None Available
Betz Jacob $840,000 --
Shovlin John $453,000 --
Banister David $379,000 --
Alcorn Anthony J $205,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Plummer Abigail $748,000
Previous Owner Betz Jacob $630,000
Previous Owner Shovlin John $280,350
Previous Owner Alcorn Anthony J $21,541
Previous Owner Alcorn Anthony J $50,000
Previous Owner Alcorn Anthony J $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/03/2023 11/03/23 Sold $935,000 +4.5% $855 / Sq Ft
09/25/2023 09/25/23 Pending -- -- --
09/20/2023 09/20/23 For Sale $895,000 +6.5% $818 / Sq Ft
07/19/2018 07/19/18 Sold $840,000 +10.7% $768 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/24/2018 05/24/18 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2018 05/16/18 For Sale $759,000 -- $694 / 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 $5,360 $844,100 $0 $844,100
2024 $4,889 $825,900 $0 $825,900
2023 $4,703 $802,600 $0 $802,600
2022 $4,685 $791,400 $0 $791,400
2021 $4,603 $786,800 $0 $786,800
2020 $4,478 $778,700 $0 $778,700
2019 $4,290 $722,200 $0 $722,200
2018 $4,168 $662,600 $0 $662,600
2017 $3,978 $612,900 $0 $612,900
2016 $3,763 $538,400 $0 $538,400
2015 $3,728 $476,700 $0 $476,700
2014 $3,670 $438,000 $0 $438,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Lauren Holleran Team

    Gibson Sothebys International Realty

    (617) 913-2203

    21 in this area

    323 Total Sales

    Lauren Holleran Team
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  • Dennis Patch

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Dennis Patch

    Parkway Real Estate, LLC

    (617) 784-2907

    1 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Dennis Patch
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  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Chris Young

    Compass

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  • L

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Luke Welling

    Redfin Corp.

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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 73161154

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000102-000000-000101-000001

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02139 Cambridgeport

8 Newton St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 8 Newton St Unit 1, Cambridge, MA 02139 since 20 September 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,063,220, approximately $971 per square foot. This property was built in 1916. 8 Newton St Unit 1 is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Prospect Hill Academy Charter School, Saint Paul's Choir School, and Boston University Academy.

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