140 Garden Street

Cambridge, MA 02138

$900,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,631 Sq. Ft.
$552 / Sq. Ft.
1,631
Sq. Ft.
$552
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Sunday open house canceled! This delightful free-standing single-family 1850s cottage has been tastefully updated by an architect, and it is located on a tree-lined street within easy reach of Huron Village, Fresh Pond, and the Red Line T Stop at Porter Square. Cathedral ceilings, skylights, and double-height windows accent the light-filled house. The first level is entered through a private enclosed stone-paved patio and has a generous mudroom/workshop, a nicely proportioned bedroom with built-in...Sunday open house canceled! This delightful free-standing single-family 1850s cottage has been tastefully updated by an architect, and it is located on a tree-lined street within easy reach of Huron Village, Fresh Pond, and the Red Line T Stop at Porter Square. Cathedral ceilings, skylights, and double-height windows accent the light-filled house. The first level is entered through a private enclosed stone-paved patio and has a generous mudroom/workshop, a nicely proportioned bedroom with built-in bookshelves and a full bath. The second floor features the handsome kitchen equipped with stainless-steel appliances, stone countertops, and quality cabinetry. The quaint living and dining areas are complete with hardwood floors and a wood stove. Efficient gas boiler and comfortable split-system air conditioning. The master suite comprises the entire third floor, which is naturally illuminated through nine windows. The property conveys with an off-street parking space.

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Property Details for 140 Garden Street

Town
Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Style
Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1

Location

Sold By Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Anne Fantasia

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2022 06:35 AM

Property Details for 140 Garden Street

StatusSold
MLS #71701360
Days on Market8
Taxes$5,699 / year
HOA Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Detached
Year Built1850
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Sold By Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Anne Fantasia

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Building Information for 140 Garden Street

Stories-Year Built1850Building Size-Lot Size0.03 AC / 1,495 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,387 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,912

Property Taxes

$475

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 140 Garden Street

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Current Financing: Withheld
  • Living Area: 1631.0
  • Color: Gray
  • Property Attached: No
  • Single Family Type: Detached
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor
  • Primary Bath: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
  • Parking Features: Off-Street
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, 3 or More
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: Second
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: Second
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: Second
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Frontage Type: Public
  • Disclosures: preferred closing date 8/22. Roof replaced in 2001.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 416629
  • Assessments: $663,200
  • Book: 51551
  • Tax Year: 2014
  • Zoning: RES
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Foundation Area: 628.0
  • Cooling Zones: 3
  • Heat Zones: 3
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 140 Garden Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 140 Garden Street

Taxable ValueLand$647,400Additions$620,000Total$1,267,400
Tax Record2024$7,503 ($625 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,053 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,053 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,494 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1850ZoningBCountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00229 L:00128Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 140 Garden Street

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
Graham and Parks School
PublicPK to 5

Vassal Lane Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

John M. Tobin Montessori School
PublicPK to 5

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