185 Hancock Street, Unit 4

Cambridge, MA 02139

$623,000
Last Sold Price
1
Beds
1
Bath
740 Sq. Ft.
$842 / Sq. Ft.
740
Sq. Ft.
$842
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Perfect treetop sanctuary in an ideal location. Situated on the top floor of a carefully restored Mansard Victorian, this one-bedroom retreat offers peace and privacy in the heart of Mid-Cambridge. In the living area, soaring ceilings, a large skylight, and an open layout make the unit feel quite spacious. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar, and opens up to the living/dining area. The bedroom offers generous closet space, and additional closets...Perfect treetop sanctuary in an ideal location. Situated on the top floor of a carefully restored Mansard Victorian, this one-bedroom retreat offers peace and privacy in the heart of Mid-Cambridge. In the living area, soaring ceilings, a large skylight, and an open layout make the unit feel quite spacious. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar, and opens up to the living/dining area. The bedroom offers generous closet space, and additional closets in the hallway and bathroom provide plenty of storage. The bathroom is modern. Beautiful wood floors throughout. In-unit laundry, private locked storage in the basement. To take advantage of the outdoors, there is a shared patio and the neighborhood boasts many parks. Less than a mile from Harvard, Central, and Inman Squares—restaurants, shops, groceries, cafes, the main branch of the Cambridge Public Library, and Harvard University are all nearby. A real treasure!

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Property Details for 185 Hancock Street, Unit 4

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Mid Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge-Mid Cambridge, MA-Cambridge
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Style
Low-Rise, Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Top/Penthouse

Location

Sold By Compass, Hans Nagrath

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LISTING UPDATED: 08/08/2022 07:00 PM

Property Details for 185 Hancock Street, Unit 4

StatusSold
MLS #72763229
Days on Market15
Taxes$1,535 / year
HOA Fees$317 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1865
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Sold By Compass, Hans Nagrath

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Building Information for 185 Hancock Street, Unit 4

Building/Complex185 Hancock StFloor3Stories1Residences4Pet PolicyAllowedYear Built1865

Payment Calculator

$3,845 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,400

Property Taxes

$128

HOA Dues

$317

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Property Information for 185 Hancock Street, Unit 4

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Withheld
  • Living Area: 740.0
  • Total Units: 4
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Converted: 2007
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Intercom
  • Laundry Features: Third Floor, In Unit
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Structure Type: Low-Rise
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: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Flooring - Wood,Closet - Double
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full,Closet - Linen,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Wood,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Breakfast Bar / Nook,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting,Remodeled,Gas Stove
  • Kitchen Level: Third
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Flooring - Wood,Open Floorplan,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Level: Third
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Rules & Regs
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: One window is broken and will be repaired by seller prior to closing. Front exterior steps to be repaired and painted in the spring; no special assessment as project is budgeted and will be paid from reserve fund. Soap dispenser in kitchen sink doesn't work. Bathroom sink has hairline cracks.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00115 L:0003800004,4688193
  • Assessments: $682,200
  • Book: 50000
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: 9999999
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 1
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Reserve Funds
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 4
  • Owner Occupied Source: owner
  • Association Security: Intercom
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 4
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 3.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1

Property History for 185 Hancock Street, Unit 4

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 185 Hancock Street, Unit 4

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$647,300Total-
Tax Record2024$3,832 ($319 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths1Total Finished SqFt740 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt740 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1873CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00115 L:0003800004

Schools near 185 Hancock Street, Unit 4

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
King Open
PublicPK to 5

Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Cambridgeport
PublicPK to 5

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