NOT LISTED FOR SALE

98 Howard St Cambridge, MA 02139

Riverside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,391,000 - $1,847,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,409 Sq Ft
$1,179/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 16, 2019

Last sale price $1,280,000 $908 Per Sq Ft

Est. 30% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,943/month

6 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2019

Adorable Cambridge gem. Truly special single family located just blocks from Harvard Square and all the conveniences that Cambridge and nearby Boston have to offer. The moment you drive up to this property you will feel it's uniquely charming pull. Built in 1886, tastefully modified and lovingly maintained it is available for the next steward to enjoy it's special ambiance and amenities. Featuring a cozy living room with wood burning stove, open kitchen with dining and home office areas, large master bedroom with cathedral ceiling and study loft, second bedroom with beamed ceiling, first level half bath, whimsically renovated second level full bath, rear porch leading to a wonderful private patio, 1 car driveway, new roof in 2015, and new high efficiency heat system in 2014. Don't miss this extremely rare opportunity to own this sweet home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patti Brainard

Compass Listed on: 02/27/2019

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Park

Splice Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,273

Year Built

  • Built in 1886

Lot Details

  • Year Round Access
  • Property is zoned C1

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Additional Features

  • Range
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number M:00123 L:00086

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,273

Year Built

Built in 1886

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Other Agent: 1.00
  • Year Built Description: Approximate
  • List Price Per Sq Ft: 816.18
  • Comp Based On: Gross/Full Sale Price
  • Year Built: 1886
  • Lead Paint: Yes, Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1886

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • No Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: Second Floor, Skylight, Ceiling - Cathedral, Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Ceiling - Beamed, Closet
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom 1: On Level: First Floor, Bathroom - Half
  • Bathroom 2: On Level: Second Floor, Bathroom - Full
  • No Rooms: 6
  • Dining Room: On Level: First Floor, Ceiling - Cathedral, Flooring - Hardwood
  • Kitchen: On Level: First Floor, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Laundry: On Level: Basement
  • Living Room: On Level: First Floor, Wood / Coal / Pellet Stove, Flooring - Hardwood, Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Basement: Y
  • Basement Features: Full
  • Other Room 1: Name: Home Office, On Level: First Floor
  • Other Room 2: Name: Study, On Level: Third Floor
  • Main Lo: AN2383
  • Main So: NB5354
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1409.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Asphalt/Fiberglass Shingles
  • Exterior: Shingles, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio - Enclosed, Gutters
  • Foundation: Fieldstone, Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Feature: Off-Street, On Street Permit
  • Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: City/Town Water
  • Heating: Hot Water Baseboard, Gas
  • Heat Zones: 1
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Lot Info

  • Assessments: 1004000.00
  • Acre: 0.03
  • Lot Size: 1400.00
  • Page: 174
  • Parcel Number: M:00123 L:00086
  • Zoning: C1
  • Lot Description: Paved Drive

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 6124.85
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 407814

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 27, 2019
Closed on
Mar 15, 2019
Sold by
Sutkowski Jennifer B
Bought by
Spinak Abby and Baym Michael
Seller's Agent
Patti Brainard
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Michael Park
Splice Realty
List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$1,280,000
Premium/Discount to List
$130,000
11.3%
Current Estimated Value
$1,661,312

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$381,312
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.81%
Original Mortgage
$1,024,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 2002
Sold by
Strong Mark W and Strong Dana M
Bought by
Sutkowski Jennifer B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$388,000
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 1998
Sold by
Mcdonnell Sean and Webb Mariana S
Bought by
Strong Mark W and Strong Dana M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 1988
Sold by
Cabral Alice M
Bought by
Mcdonnell Sean

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$96,000
Interest Rate
10.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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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
Spinak Abby $1,280,000 --
Sutkowski Jennifer B $485,000 --
Strong Mark W $370,000 --
Mcdonnell Sean $120,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Baym Michael $985,000
Closed Spinak Abby $1,024,000
Previous Owner Sutkowski Jennifer B $388,000
Previous Owner Mcdonnell Sean $333,000
Previous Owner Mcdonnell Sean $280,000
Previous Owner Mcdonnell Sean $96,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/16/2019 04/16/19 Sold $1,280,000 +11.3% $908 / Sq Ft
03/05/2019 03/05/19 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2019 02/27/19 For Sale $1,150,000 -- $816 / 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 $8,273 $1,302,900 $694,900 $608,000
2024 $7,913 $1,336,700 $754,700 $582,000
2023 $7,454 $1,272,000 $768,800 $503,200
2022 $7,264 $1,227,000 $786,600 $440,400
2021 $6,837 $1,168,700 $771,200 $397,500
2020 $6,557 $1,140,300 $763,600 $376,700
2019 $5,964 $1,004,000 $660,300 $343,700
2018 $5,656 $899,200 $571,300 $327,900
2017 $5,530 $852,100 $545,400 $306,700
2016 $4,946 $707,600 $427,700 $279,900
2015 $4,873 $623,100 $373,200 $249,900
2014 $4,466 $532,900 $358,800 $174,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Patti Brainard

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Patti Brainard

    Compass

    (781) 789-5767

    1 in this area

    149 Total Sales

    Patti Brainard
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  • Michael Park

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Michael Park

    Splice Realty

    (617) 233-8661

    1 Total Sale

    Michael Park
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Map

Source: MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

MLS Number: 72457847

MLS Property Information Network (MLS PIN)

APN: CAMB-000123-000000-000086

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02139 Riverside

98 Howard St, Cambridge, MA

This home is located at 98 Howard St, Cambridge, MA 02139 since 27 February 2019 and is currently estimated at $1,661,312, approximately $1,179 per square foot. This property was built in 1886. 98 Howard St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Prospect Hill Academy Charter School and Saint Paul's Choir School.

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