205 Richdale Avenue # A2, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140
$925,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
980
Sq Ft
$944
Price/Sq Ft
1988
Year Built
1
Garage Space
12
Days on Market
Sold Listed Apr 11, 2025 • MLS# 73358718 Copied! • Updated May 13, 2025

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $845,000
Final Sale Price: $925,000
Difference: +$80,000 (+9.5%)
Performance Metrics
109.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $862
Sale $/sq ft: $944
This property sold for $944 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 9.5% 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.

About this home

Units rarely become available in this highly desirable building, located in a charming residential neighborhood just off of Porter Square. And this one is amazing! With an easy entrance off the courtyard, this Garden level unit offers a bright and airy open floor plan, bathed in light with hardwood floors throughout. The expansive Living/Dining creates the opportunity to curate the space for dining, living and work! The bright main bedroom boasts a huge walk-in closet and views of your private patio and garden. The second bedroom can do double duty as a home office. The large exclusive enclosed garden area with new patio provides fantastic space to enjoy your morning coffee, evening dinners or just relax! Freshly painted throughout, with new bathroom updates. The deeded garage space is nearby the unit as is the large extra storage . Close to Red-Line, Commuter Rail, Harvard Law, University Science Center, and Danehy Park, tons of shopping and restaurants! Enjoy the best of Cambridge.

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Property History

Market Insights

16.2%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

✓
Sold
May 12, 2025
$925,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 11, 2025
$845,000
Original listing
Agent: Pat Butler Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham
Previous Transaction - MLS #72842864
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jul 15, 2021
$775,000
MLS #72842864

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2025 $4,700 $740,100

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,700
Tax Year 2025
HOA Fee
$420
Monthly
Assessed Value
$740,100

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1988
Living Area 980 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Microwave, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer, Range
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry First Floor
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Patio - Enclosed, Storage, Sprinkler System
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Security
Patio/Porch Patio - Enclosed
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Attached, Storage, Assigned
Total Spaces 1
Electric 220 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range, For Electric Oven
Annual Tax $4,700
Assessed Value $740,100

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $420 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Security, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 31
Seller Disclosures Offers, If Any, Due By Noon, Monday, 4/14. Taxes Do Not Reflect Residential Tax Exemption.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Garden"]
Unit/Building A2
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 13 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1988
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
980 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
40

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Range
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: First Floor
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1988
Structure Type: Garden
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Electric
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 1
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed, Storage, Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch: Patio - Enclosed
Fencing: Security
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Storage, Assigned
School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
✓ School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
↓ 4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Cambridge Friends School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.2 mi | #105 of 825 | Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Elementary School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
0.9 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.1 mi | #246 of 346 | Score: 47.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
2.1 mi | #46 of 352 | Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
B+
Peabody School
0.2 mi | #280 of 825 | Score: 51.4
Improved 82 spots from last year
-6.8 below state avg
320 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.2 mi | #66 of 352 | Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.8 mi | #104 of 352 | Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
2.3 mi | #207 of 352 | Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
2.6 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
2.2 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.3 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.7 mi | #205 of 346 | Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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205 Richdale Avenue # A2, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140

Listing Information

Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Hingham
Office Phone 781-749-4300
Agent MLS ID CT005933
Office MLS ID AN6213
Listing Data Updated May 13, 2025 6:07 PM 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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