249 River Street, Unit 249

Cambridge, MA 02139

$1,460,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,679 Sq. Ft.
$870 / Sq. Ft.
1,679
Sq. Ft.
$870
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Exceptional end unit townhouse in the vibrant Riverside neighborhood, located between Harvard and MIT. This residence features reclaimed wood beams and wide pine floors sourced from the 19th-century Riverside Press Building. The extensive custom millwork, cherry bookshelves + built-ins and fir doors create a space that exudes warmth and character. A private entrance welcomes you into the well-designed main living level, where the kitchen serves as the heart, gracefully connecting the living room...Exceptional end unit townhouse in the vibrant Riverside neighborhood, located between Harvard and MIT. This residence features reclaimed wood beams and wide pine floors sourced from the 19th-century Riverside Press Building. The extensive custom millwork, cherry bookshelves + built-ins and fir doors create a space that exudes warmth and character. A private entrance welcomes you into the well-designed main living level, where the kitchen serves as the heart, gracefully connecting the living room and dining room. The second floor unveils two generously sized bedrooms front and back, as well as a full bath with laundry machines. Ascend to the top floor bed-bath suite which features a soaring vaulted ceiling and offers a retreat-like atmosphere. Additional highlights of this home include a newer heating system (2019) and off-street parking for one car (space #7). Easy access to Whole Foods, the Charles River and Central Square. This well maintained home is in move-in ready condition.

Property Details for 249 River Street, Unit 249

Town
Cambridge
MLS Area
Riverside
Area
MA-Cambridge-Riverside, MA-Cambridge
Style
Townhouse
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1
Unit Placement
Street, Front, End

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 02/08/2024 01:45 PM

Property Details for 249 River Street, Unit 249

StatusSold
MLS #73193168
Days on Market11
Taxes$4,954 / year
HOA Fees$340 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1999
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Building Information for 249 River Street, Unit 249

Building/ComplexRiver Street CondominiumsFloor1Stories3Residences20Pet PolicyAllowedYear Built1999

Payment Calculator

$8,721 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,968

Property Taxes

$413

HOA Dues

$340

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Property Information for 249 River Street, Unit 249

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Highway Access
  • Current Financing: Other
  • Living Area: 1679.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Total Units: 20
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Common Walls: End
  • 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: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: Second Floor, In Unit
  • Primary Bath: Yes
  • SpaYN: No
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Entry Location: Street,Front
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Assigned
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Assigned
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Electric Oven
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Third Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Level: Second
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Full
  • Bathroom1 Level: Second
Bathroom 2
  • Bathroom2 Features: Bathroom - 3/4
  • Bathroom2 Level: Third
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Internal wooden ladder located in bedroom on top floor is excluded from sale. Offer instructions attached in MLS.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 4603135
  • Assessments: $1,308,400
  • Book: 69247
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Zoning: res.
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 3
Other Building Characteristics
  • Heat Zones: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Complex Name: River Street Condominiums
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 249
  • 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 249 River Street, Unit 249

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Schools near 249 River Street, Unit 249

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

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public6 to 8

Martin Luther King, Jr. School
PublicPK to 5

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