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189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • West Cambridge
$876,000
Est. $5,158/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,180
Sq Ft
$742
Price/Sq Ft
1924
Year Built
12
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 19, 2017 • MLS# 72148046 Copied!

About this home

Located in the heart of Huron Village, blocks away from the shops & Fresh Pond, this charming, 6 room 2 bedroom 2 full bath condo boasts high ceilings, oak floors, an abundance of light & period detail throughout. This first floor unit features a bright kitchen with direct access to a covered porch, backyard, & detached garage, with a private front entrance on Lexington Ave. The living room has a working fireplace & opens into a generous corner study with lots of natural light. The dining room has an original built-in china cabinet & flows nicely from the kitchen. The full bath on the main level was beautifully renovated in 2016 with white & grey marble tile & high end finishes. The tiled finished lower level offers additional bonus space for a playroom, includes a full bath & plenty of closets for storage. With parking, direct access to the 72 bus line to Harvard Square & close proximity to Boston, this condo has everything you've been looking for in a fabulous Cambridge neighborhood!

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Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1924
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,180 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $725,000
Final Sale Price: $876,000
Difference: +$151,000 (+20.8%)
Performance Metrics
120.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $614
Sale $/sq ft: $742
This property sold for $742 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 20.8% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 12 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 7 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$742/sq ft
Area Average
$648/sq ft
Difference
+14.5%

This property sold for significantly more per square foot than similar nearby properties, suggesting premium features or condition.

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1924
Living Area 1,180 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Oil, Electric
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry First Floor, In Unit
Features Office, Play Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Roof, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof, Patio

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $4,185
Assessed Value $644,800

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Office, Play Room
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1924
Effective Year (Renovated): 1986
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Oil, Electric
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Patio
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School, T-Station

Location

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Neighborhood

West Cambridge

189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Walkability

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Nearby Schools

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Homeowners Insurance $200
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Property History

Market Insights

39.3%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73334852
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Previously Sold
Mar 14, 2025
$1,195,000
MLS #73334852
Sold
May 31, 2017
$876,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
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Listed for Sale
Apr 19, 2017
$725,000
Original listing
Agent: Felicia Captain Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Mar 14, 2025 Sold $1,195,000
Apr 19, 2017 New Listing Added $725,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
12 days
Price per Sq Ft
$742

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $4,185 $644,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,185
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$180
Monthly
Assessed Value
$644,800

Listing Information

Listing Agent Felicia Captain
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.
Agent MLS ID CT004326
Office MLS ID BB2435
Listing Data Updated Jun 1, 2017 8:23 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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