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164 Elm Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140
$1,625,000
Est. $9,593/month
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,949
Sq Ft
$834
Price/Sq Ft
1996
Year Built
19
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 16, 2024 • MLS# 73224510 Copied!

About this home

Rare opportunity to own a tranquil retreat at this young townhome. Your private oasis awaits with the private, fenced yard with patio, plantings and storage sheds. The open floor plan overlooks the yard with two sliders from dining room and living room with fireplace. Fully renovated kitchen offers peninsula seating, Viking stove, hood and stainless steel appliances. 2nd floor features 2 bdrms with double closets with systems, laundry and a full bath with marble topped vanity. Spacious main suite has windows with treetop views, a walk-in closet with system, and a bathroom with double vanity and linen closet. Family room or office space on carpeted lower level plus plenty of storage space. Deeded, 1 car deeded PARKING. Tucked away off the street, yet only a few short blocks to Davis & Porter Squares - Redline T to S Station, Commuter Rail to N Station, Community Path, restaurants, shopping, services and so much more! Residential exemption would lower taxes by approximately $2,900!!!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1996
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,949 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
4
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,680,000
Final Sale Price: $1,625,000
Difference: $55,000 (-3.3%)
Performance Metrics
96.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $862
Sale $/sq ft: $834
This property sold for $834 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.3% below the original asking price.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 2 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$834/sq ft
Area Average
$439/sq ft
Difference
+90.1%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1996
Living Area 1,949 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features Internet Available - Broadband

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden, Screens, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Security, Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio

Parking

Features Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Paved
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, For Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup

Financial

Annual Tax $9,310
Assessed Value $1,572,700

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Internet Available - Broadband
Windows: Screens
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1996
Structure Type: Townhouse
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Stories: 4

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Individual, Unit Control
Heating Zones: 3
Cooling: Central Air, Individual, Unit Control
Cooling Zones: 3
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden, Screens, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Security, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street, Assigned, Deeded, Paved

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

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Neighborhood

164 Elm Street # 2, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A
John F Kennedy School
0.3 mi | #50 of 352 | Score: 56.7
Improved 5 spots from last year
-1.5 below state avg
439 students Diverse
Grades PK-08
B+
Peabody School
0.4 mi | #278 of 824 | Score: 51.4
Improved 84 spots from last year
-6.8 below state avg
314 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Wild Rose Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades K-03
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.4 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
Allium Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades 01-06
Next Wave Junior High School
1.3 mi
16 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Curtis-Tufts School
1.0 mi
11 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
F
Full Circle High School
1.3 mi | #344 of 346 | Score: 17.3
Improved 22 spots from last year
-40.9 below state avg
67 students Diverse
Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
1.3 mi | #131 of 346 | Score: 57.1
Improved 111 spots from last year
-1.1 below state avg
1,394 students Diverse
17 sports • 1,566 athletes
Rising School Career Tech Programs Strong Athletics Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
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Property History

Market Insights

3.3%
Price Range
20
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
May 29, 2024
$1,625,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 20
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Listed for Sale
Apr 16, 2024
$1,680,000
Original listing
Agent: Elizabeth Darby Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 16, 2024 New Listing Added $1,680,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
19 days
Price per Sq Ft
$834

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2024 $9,310 $1,572,700

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,310
Tax Year 2024
HOA Fee
$400
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,572,700

Listing Information

Listing Agent Elizabeth Darby
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Agent MLS ID BB911092
Office MLS ID AN4874
Listing Data Updated May 29, 2024 12:50 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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