Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,095 sqft

8 Poplar Rd, Unit A, Cambridge, MA 02138

CondoProperty Type
1916Year Built
$673/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$275/moHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled on a tree-lined street just minutes to Fresh Pond Reservation in West Cambridge lies a stunning newly-renovated 3-bed condo that spans 3 levels of spacious living. Enter this modern home through a private entrance into a sun-filled open-concept kitchen, dining, and living space featuring soaring ceilings, recessed lighting, hardwood flooring, large windows, and custom millwork throughout. The chef's kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, Bosch appliances, vented gas cooking,...Nestled on a tree-lined street just minutes to Fresh Pond Reservation in West Cambridge lies a stunning newly-renovated 3-bed condo that spans 3 levels of spacious living. Enter this modern home through a private entrance into a sun-filled open-concept kitchen, dining, and living space featuring soaring ceilings, recessed lighting, hardwood flooring, large windows, and custom millwork throughout. The chef's kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, Bosch appliances, vented gas cooking, and a center island. Upstairs, the luxurious principal suite boasts a luxurious ensuite bath, and two custom closets. A spacious 2nd bedroom and a full bath completes the 2nd floor. The lower level offers a 3rd bedroom/office, a stylish full bathroom, in-unit laundry, and a bonus family room. Central air, Nest doorbell, security system, and bike storage completes this offering. Two driveway parking available at an additional fee. Minutes to Whole Foods, Harvard Square, and Huron Village.
Listing Agent
  1. Yassien Youssef

    Yassien Youssef

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (617) 901-3377

    M: (617) 901-3377

Listing closed: 06/18/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 73198526

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,479,000

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

99.5%

Cambridge, MA

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Location

Sold By Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Christopher Roy

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Property Information for 8 Poplar Road, Unit A

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Condominium/Co-Op / Condo
  • Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.5%
  • Town: Cambridge
  • MLS Area: West Cambridge
  • Area: MA-Cambridge-West Cambridge, MA-Cambridge
  • Style: 2/3 Family
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2
  • Unit Placement: Front

Building Information

  • Building/Complex: 8 Poplar Rd
  • Floor: 1
  • Stories: 3
  • Residences: 3
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Pet Policy Details: Pets Allowed
  • Year Built: 1916

General Details

Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf Course, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, T-Station, Other (See Remarks)
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 2095.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Total Units: 3
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Converted: 2022
  • Year Built Source: Public Records

Features

Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 3
  • Num of Half Baths: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • DoorFeatures: Insulated Doors
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Bathroom, Other(See Remarks)
  • Interior Features: Other(See Remarks), Intercom, Security System
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Fenced Yard, Screens, Rain Gutters, Professional Landscaping, Other (See Remarks)
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Screens, Professional Landscaping, Other (See Remarks), Porch
  • Fencing: Security, Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Rubber
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public, Individual Meter

Room Information

Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Second Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: Basement
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Second
Bathroom 3
  • Bathroom3 Level: Second
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Level: Basement
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First

Property Information

Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans
  • Documents Count: 3
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Condo fee estimated. Sprinkler System Monitoring is included in the condo fee. Buyer may be required to contribute 2 months of condo fees reserve account at closing. Property is a new condo conversion and is currently taxed as a 3-family. Two parking spots available for an additional fee.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 417639
  • Assessments: $2,059,500
  • Book: 1563
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Zoning: RES

Building / Association Information

Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 0
  • Owner Occupied Source: Owner
  • Association Security: Intercom, Other, Security System
  • Adult Community: No

Unit Information

Unit Information
  • Unit Building: A
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 1.0

Market and Agent Information

Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5%
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5%

Property History for 8 Poplar Road, Unit A

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 18, 2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73198526

$1,410,000
—
Apr 4, 2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73198526

—
—
Apr 4, 2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73198526

—
—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/18/2024

Sold

MLS PIN #73198526

$1,410,000
04/04/2024

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73198526

—
04/04/2024

Contingent

MLS PIN #73198526

—

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

Schools near 8 Poplar Road, Unit A

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
John M. Tobin Montessori School
PublicPK to 5

Vassal Lane Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Graham and Parks School
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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