178 Elm St, Unit 5

1,204 Sq. Ft.
$814 / Sq. Ft.
1,204
Sq. Ft.
$814
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This storied landmark was born over 100 years ago as one of the first Hebrew schools in Cambridge, then a Portuguese fraternal organization, to now a completely restored residential building. Dedicated to bringing this historic property back to keep its story alive. With 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths, this penthouse unit is beyond impressive. Over 10 foot ceilings, arched windows, exposing the brick thoughout, and the accents of blue doors compliments this home for today’s modern lifestyle. The kitchen...This storied landmark was born over 100 years ago as one of the first Hebrew schools in Cambridge, then a Portuguese fraternal organization, to now a completely restored residential building. Dedicated to bringing this historic property back to keep its story alive. With 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths, this penthouse unit is beyond impressive. Over 10 foot ceilings, arched windows, exposing the brick thoughout, and the accents of blue doors compliments this home for today’s modern lifestyle. The kitchen offers quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including a Fisher and Paykel fridge, and custom cabinetry. Original steel beam, showstoping light fixtures, in-unit laundry, a NEST thermostat, a DoorBird Video Intercom system, bike storage, a common yard and patio round off this offering. Located in Inman Square, with its many award winning restaurants and cafes, the new Green Line extension stop only a 10 minute walk and Union Square steps away. Welcome home!
  1. Listed by Santana Team • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
  2. Listed by Hudson Santana • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Property Details for 178 Elm Street, Unit 5

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Inman Square
Area
MA-Cambridge-Inman Square, MA-Cambridge
Style
Brownstone
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse
LISTING UPDATED: 08/08/2022 06:59 PM

Property Details for 178 Elm Street, Unit 5

StatusSold
MLS #72759030
Days on Market24
Taxes$12,683 / year
HOA Fees$200 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1890
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Santana Team; Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Hudson Santana

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Building Information for 178 Elm Street, Unit 5

Building/Complex178 Elm StFloor3Stories1Residences6Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1890

Payment Calculator

$6,033 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,776

Property Taxes

$1,057

HOA Dues

$200

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Property Information for 178 Elm Street, Unit 5

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1204.0
  • Total Units: 6
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Converted: 2020
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Utility Connections for Gas Range
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: Brownstone
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: On Street Permit
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
  • Parking Features: On Street Permit
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Square footage and condo frees are approximate. Taxes reflect condo as a commercial building.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00079 L:00005,402603
  • Assessments: $1,000,200
  • Book: 70074
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: C1
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Reserve Funds
  • Management: Owner Association
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 5
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 3.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2%

Property History for 178 Elm Street, Unit 5

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72759030

$980,000
Nov 25, 2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72759030

Nov 25, 2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72759030

Nov 18, 2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72759030

$934,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2021

Sold

MLS PIN #72759030

$980,000
11/25/2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72759030

11/25/2020

Contingent

MLS PIN #72759030

11/18/2020

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #72759030

$934,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 178 Elm Street, Unit 5

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$997,100Total-
Tax Record2025$6,332 ($528 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,204 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,204 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1890CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00079 L:0000500005

Schools near 178 Elm Street, Unit 5

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Cambridgeport School
PublicPK to 5

Cambridge Street Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Fletcher/Maynard Academy
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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