LevelFourth Floor
4 Washington Ave # 18, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140 • Avon Hill
$620,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$675,000
Final Sale Price:
$620,000
Difference:
$55,000 (-8.1%)
Performance Metrics
91.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
82
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$1,112
Sale $/sq ft:
$1,021
This property sold for $1,021 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 8.1% below the original asking price.
The property spent 82 days on market before selling.
About this home
OFFER ACCEPTED! Classic pre-war Harvard Square/Avon Hill Cambridge Condo! Beautifully renovated south-facing penthouse corner unit in coveted location offers unparalled features and updates while retaining original character and charm. Hardwood floors and a wood burning fireplace pair tastefully with the 2016 kitchen & bathroom renovations. Kitchen features granite, custom cabinetry with built-in pantry, undermount lighting, upgraded SS appliances and crackled subway tile. Bathroom offers soaking tub, subway tile, updated vanity & contemporary fixtures. Boston skyline views throughout unit! Large bedroom, tall ceilings, recessed lighting in kitchen & living room, replacement thin radiators & ample closets throughout. Quiet tree-lined street within walking distance to Harvard and Porter Squares, Red Line, restaurants & Harvard University. Shared roof deck w/ stunning city views, charming entry courtyard. Low HOA fee includes Heat and H/W, professionally managed association!
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Property History
Market Insights
4.6%
Price Range
83
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
Current Active Listing - MLS #73534554
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Currently Listed
Jun 11, 2026
$645,000
MLS #73534554 - Active
Sold
Jul 30, 2019
$620,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 83
Listed for Sale
May 8, 2019
$649,900
Original listing
Agent: Seth Mitchell
Office: Conway - West Roxbury
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/11/2026 | 🏡 Currently Listed | $645,000 | - | - | MLS #73534554 - Active |
| 07/30/2019 | ✓ Sold | $620,000 | - | - | Property sold |
| 05/08/2019 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $649,900 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $3,229 | $513,400 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$3,229
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$264
Monthly
Assessed Value
$513,400
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1930
Living Area
607 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Interior
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Y
Laundry
In Building
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Brick
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
Deck - Roof
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck - Roof
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$3,229
Assessed Value
$513,400
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$264 Monthly
Fee Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities
Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes
None
Owner-Occupied Units
22
Down Payment Resource
Eligible
Pets
No
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Taxes Shown Reflect Residential Exemption. Storage Unit Available For One Time $200 Transfer Fee. Bike Storage And Laundry In Basement.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building
18
Sq Ft Source
Public Record
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
83 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
607 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
4
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
LevelFourth Floor
Dimensions13 x 12
LevelFourth Floor
Dimensions11 x 10
LevelFourth Floor
Dimensions12 x 12
LevelFourth Floor
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck - Roof
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Intercom
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1930
Structure Type:
Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Brick
Roof:
Rubber
Foundation:
Stories:
1
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Baseboard
Cooling:
None
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Deck - Roof
Patio & Porch:
Deck - Roof
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.7 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
Shady Hill School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.4 mi
Grades 01-12
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.6 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
1.6 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
Fayerweather Street School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.1 mi
|
#238 of 825
|
Score: 52.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
323 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.6 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
1.3 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
1.8 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
2.1 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
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.8 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.2 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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Neighborhood
Avon Hill
4 Washington Ave # 18, Cambridge MA 02140
Cambridge, MA 02140
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Seth Mitchell
Listing Office
Conway - West Roxbury
Office Phone
617-469-9200
Agent MLS ID
CT002036
Office MLS ID
BB1494
Listing Data Updated
Aug 3, 2019 3:30 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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