A rare offering. Not on market in 53 years. On 1-way tree-lined residential side-street, close to MIT, Harvard, BU, & Central Square shops, restaurants, & Red Line T connecting to MIT, MGH, & Boston. Beautiful & light-filled free-standing stately 1886 Mansard Victorian 6-bedroom, 4-bath. Gracious & large double living room, ample dining room. Eat-in kitchen opens to year-round greenhouse and 170 SF deck. High ceilings, bay windows, generously proportioned rooms, large windows, easy traffic flow. Excellent cross-ventilation. All 6 bedrooms/studies are ample. 4 bedrooms on 2nd floor, 2 on 3rd floor. 3 interior staircases: 2 to 2nd floor, 1 to 3rd floor. Upgraded heating system, 2 HW tanks, large full-footprint basement with good-height ceiling. Fenced irrigated garden. 3rd-floor roof deck. Off-street parking. Rare opportunity: customize a beautiful 2nd-Empire residence at a superb site. Will be delivered vacant May 31, 2024.
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:$2,250,000
Final Sale Price:$2,815,000
Difference:
+$565,000 (+25.1%)
Performance Metrics
125.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
9
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:$714
Sale $/sq ft:$893
This property sold for $893 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 25.1% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 9 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Facts & Features
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,152 sq ft
Total Rooms
12
Levels
Multi/Split
Interior Features
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Carpet, Pine
Heating
Central, Steam, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Marina, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University, Sidewalks
HOA
No
Senior Community
No
Financial & Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount
$12,124
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$2,048,000
Tax Lot
00017
Tax Map Number
00106
Parcel Number
405134
Zoning
C
Additional Details
Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Owner-occupied. Book showings during daytimes, 9:30-5:00. Property converted in late 20th-c. from single to 2-family. Likely that City will allow downzoning. Verify with City. Property will be delivered vacant May 31, 2024. Any offers will be reviewed at noon on Wednesday, 3/6/24.
