83 Thorndike St Cambridge, MA 02141
East Cambridge Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,430
Sq Ft
1,742
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Granite Flooring
- Property is near public transit
- Corner Lot
- Custom Closet System
- Victorian Architecture
- 1-minute walk to Silva Park
About This Home
As of June 2021Gracious and sunny, this 1873 Mansard Victorian home is a historic beauty in the heart of East Cambridge, a short walk to Kendall square, T stations, shops & restaurants. Full of character with 10’ tall ceilings, grand entry foyer with a curving staircase, ornate cornices, wood mantels and original pine or oak floors. The foyer leads to generous formal living & dining rooms and a large kitchen which opens up to the patio/yard area under a pergola for summer shades. The 2nd floor, with front and back stairs, houses 3 bedrooms 2 baths and admits beautiful natural light. The upper floor, formerly 2 bedrooms, is now an open family room with Mansard windows and a full bathroom. Unfinished basement offers terrific potential for expansion. Park 2 cars in driveway. Well-built and well-cared by the current owners, it is open to a world of design possibilities to elevate its beauty, design to your dreams and create its future story.
Last Buyer's Agent
Brett DeRocker
First Boston Realty International
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,189
Year Built
- Built in 1873 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 1,742 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
- Garden
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Foundation
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Slate Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,430 Sq Ft Home
- Decorative Lighting
- Entryway
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Wall to Wall Carpet
- Granite
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- Custom Closet System
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
Parking
- Carport
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Covered patio or porch
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Schools
- Crls High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- 2 Heating Zones
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Heating System
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 400412
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- East Cambridge Subdivision
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 2004
Sold by
Faithfull Juliet and Higonnet Philip
Bought by
Petricone Neil
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$518,000
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 25, 1992
Sold by
83 Thorndike St Rt
Bought by
Higonnet Philip and Faithful Juliet
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
8.91%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 1991
Sold by
Iannuzzi Marie E
Bought by
83 Thorndike St Rt
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $743,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $254,250 | -- | |
| Deed | $254,250 | -- | |
| Deed | $115,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $115,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,440,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $518,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $29,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2023 08/27/23 | Rented | $6,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/11/2023 08/11/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/03/2023 08/03/23 | Price Changed | $6,200 | +3.3% | $3 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2023 08/03/23 | Price Changed | $6,000 | -6.3% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2023 07/18/23 | Price Changed | $6,400 | -3.0% | $3 / Sq Ft |
| 07/07/2023 07/07/23 | Price Changed | $6,600 | -2.9% | $3 / Sq Ft |
| 04/26/2023 04/26/23 | For Rent | $6,800 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/28/2021 06/28/21 | Sold | $1,800,000 | +2.9% | $741 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2021 05/12/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2021 05/05/21 | For Sale | $1,749,000 | -- | $720 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $12,305 | $1,937,800 | $598,500 | $1,339,300 |
| 2024 | $11,432 | $1,931,000 | $649,000 | $1,282,000 |
| 2023 | $10,125 | $1,727,900 | $619,600 | $1,108,300 |
| 2022 | $8,467 | $1,430,300 | $625,800 | $804,500 |
| 2021 | $7,967 | $1,361,900 | $614,100 | $747,800 |
| 2020 | $7,638 | $1,328,300 | $619,900 | $708,400 |
| 2019 | $7,497 | $1,262,100 | $608,000 | $654,100 |
| 2018 | $7,096 | $1,128,200 | $504,200 | $624,000 |
| 2017 | $6,713 | $1,034,300 | $450,800 | $583,500 |
| 2016 | $6,241 | $892,800 | $353,000 | $539,800 |
| 2015 | $6,134 | $784,400 | $302,500 | $481,900 |
| 2014 | $5,946 | $709,600 | $234,300 | $475,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jay Liu
Seller's Agent in 2023
Jay Liu
Jiang Hua Liu
(617) 642-8668
1 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Sandrine Deschaux
Seller's Agent in 2021
Sandrine Deschaux
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
(857) 204-9872
6 in this area
123 Total Sales
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Brett DeRocker
First Boston Realty International
Map
Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)
MLS Number: 72826113
APN: CAMB-000024-000000-000068
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