253 Washington Street, Unit 253

Cambridge, MA 02139

$660,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,253 Sq. Ft.
$527 / Sq. Ft.
1,253
Sq. Ft.
$527
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Large MIT-area 3-bedroom, perfect for an investor or owner occupant! Condo features hardwood floors, high ceilings, numerous large windows and ample closet space throughout. There is also a large (~640 SF) partially-finished lower level (with radiant-heat floors) that offers amazing potential for the future owner. On top of all that, the unit has an exclusive use covered porch and lovely shared back yard. Many recent updates throughout including a remodeled bathroom, the addition of in-unit laundry...Large MIT-area 3-bedroom, perfect for an investor or owner occupant! Condo features hardwood floors, high ceilings, numerous large windows and ample closet space throughout. There is also a large (~640 SF) partially-finished lower level (with radiant-heat floors) that offers amazing potential for the future owner. On top of all that, the unit has an exclusive use covered porch and lovely shared back yard. Many recent updates throughout including a remodeled bathroom, the addition of in-unit laundry and a gas fireplace, new heat/HW and updated electrical. Amazing location between Central and Kendall Squares, on a one-way side street, yet in the heart of the city's best restaurants, cafes, bakeries, several grocery stores, live music venues, the theater and more! Just down the street from MIT and only 1.2 miles to Harvard Yard. Walkscore = 94 "Walker's Paradise!"
  1. Listed by Lara Gordon Caralis • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Sybil Geddes • Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 253 Washington Street, Unit 253

Town
Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge
Style
Duplex, Garden
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
Ground

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Lara Gordon Caralis; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Sybil Geddes

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay, Jack O'Leary

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/12/2022 08:58 PM

Property Details for 253 Washington Street, Unit 253

StatusSold
MLS #72070840
Days on Market22
Taxes$1,763 / year
HOA Fees$282 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1900
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Lara Gordon Caralis; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Sybil Geddes

Sold By Keller Williams Realty Boston-Metro | Back Bay, Jack O'Leary

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Building Information for 253 Washington Street, Unit 253

Building/Complex253-259 Washington Street CondoFloor1Stories2Residences4Pet PolicyAllowedYear Built1900

Payment Calculator

$4,031 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,602

Property Taxes

$147

HOA Dues

$282

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Property Information for 253 Washington Street, Unit 253

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Cash
  • Living Area: 1253.0
  • Total Units: 4
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Converted: 2004
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceFeatures: Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Laundry Features: First Floor, In Unit
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Entry Location: Ground
  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden Area, Porch
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Structure Type: Duplex
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling: No
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom3 Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom3 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile,Pantry
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Features: Flooring - Hardwood,Window(s) - Bay/Bow/Box
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Master Deed, Master Plan, Floor Plans
  • Documents Count: 3
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Taxes reflect res'l exemption. Condo docs call this a 2 bed -- former DR has been converted to a bedroom w/ add'n of closet. Buyers to do their due diligence on possible uses of lower level. One owner owns 2 units,so portfolio financing required. No pets. Ask agent re: condo docs amend in prog.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:00074 L:0012300253,4536921
  • Assessments: $525,800
  • Book: 47606
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Zoning: 9999
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 3
  • Total Living Levels: 2
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 0
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Name: 253-259 Washington Street Condo
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 1
  • Owner Occupied Source: seller
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 253
  • 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 253 Washington Street, Unit 253

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Schools near 253 Washington Street, Unit 253

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
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
PublicPK to 5

Cambridge Street Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Cambridgeport
PublicPK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Lara Gordon Caralis; Gibson Sotheby's International Realty, Sybil Geddes

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