61 Sparks Street, Unit 2

Cambridge, MA 02138

$1,000,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,194 Sq. Ft.
$838 / Sq. Ft.
1,194
Sq. Ft.
$838
per Sq. Ft.

Description

In the beautiful and sought-after Brattle area, nestled among some of Cambridge's most distinguished single-family residences. Close to Harvard and the Red Line. Continental-feeling second-floor condominium comprises entire 2nd floor of grand late-19th-century brick townhouse evocative of the novels of Henry James. Three exposures. Light and airy. This beautiful property at the corner of two prestigious residential streets has unusually gracious spaces, and an elegance characteristic of a French...In the beautiful and sought-after Brattle area, nestled among some of Cambridge's most distinguished single-family residences. Close to Harvard and the Red Line. Continental-feeling second-floor condominium comprises entire 2nd floor of grand late-19th-century brick townhouse evocative of the novels of Henry James. Three exposures. Light and airy. This beautiful property at the corner of two prestigious residential streets has unusually gracious spaces, and an elegance characteristic of a French Belle Époque flat. Unobstructed southern exposure,oversize windows, 10' ceilings, hardwood floors, beautiful deep period moldings and impressive casements. Oversize doors. Two decorative fireplaces. Smart kitchen layout with good storage. Charming bathroom with vintage marble fixtures and Old World flair evokes fin-de-siecle Paris. Basement storage. Unique and wonderful urban residence has not been available for many years. Ideal layout, ideal location. Elegance and beauty. 100% owner-occupied

Property Details for 61 Sparks Street, Unit 2

Town
Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge
Architectural Style
Other (See Remarks)
Style
Attached, Other (See Remarks)
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
.00
Unit Placement
End

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/12/2022 08:46 PM

Property Details for 61 Sparks Street, Unit 2

StatusSold
MLS #72007321
Days on Market8
Taxes$2,927 / year
HOA Fees$438 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1880
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Building Information for 61 Sparks Street, Unit 2

Building/Complex61 Sparks StFloor2Stories1Residences4Pet PolicyAllowedYear Built1880

Payment Calculator

$6,139 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,457

Property Taxes

$244

HOA Dues

$438

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Property Information for 61 Sparks Street, Unit 2

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Hot Water
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 1194.0
  • Total Units: 4
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate,Renovated Since
  • Year Converted: 1973
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Common Walls: End
  • 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: Dining Room, Living Room
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Sitting Room
  • Interior Features: Intercom
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Building
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Roof Material: Slate
  • Structure Type: Attached
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
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Central, Steam
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Level: First
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: Any offers to be reviewed on Tuesday 5/24 at 12pm. Seller prefers to vacate Sept 22. Fireplaces not used recently and should be inspected before use. Condo fee includes heat. $19,468.58 in common cash reserve. Sale contingent on the Seller obtaining a Right of First Refusal from the Trustees.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 416219
  • Assessments: $687,400
  • Book: 29878
  • Tax Year: 2016
  • Zoning: res
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 4
  • Owner Occupied Source: trustee
  • Association Security: Intercom
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 2.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 2.5

Property History for 61 Sparks Street, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 61 Sparks Street, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,468,900Total-
Tax Record2024$8,696 ($725 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,194 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,194 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1880ZoningA1CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00223 L:0005600002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 61 Sparks Street, Unit 2

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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