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38 Lafayette St # 38, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474
$635,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,649
Sq Ft
$385
Price/Sq Ft
1926
Year Built
2
Parking
51
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 18, 2016 • MLS# 72007981 Copied! • Updated Aug 11, 2016

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $599,000
Final Sale Price: $635,000
Difference: +$36,000 (+6.0%)
Performance Metrics
106.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
51
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $363
Sale $/sq ft: $385
This property sold for $385 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 6.0% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

The property spent 51 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 24 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$385/sq ft
Area Average
$269/sq ft
Difference
+43.3%

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

About this home

Situated at the end of the street, 38 Lafayette offers private, tree-lined views. This 1649 sqft three-bedroom two-bathroom condo was renovated in 2008. The sunny second floor has an open floor plan with a large living room, open stainless/granite kitchen with adjacent dining area, along with two equally-sized bedrooms and a full bath. The master suite with skylights comprises the entire third floor with an en-suite bathroom and washer/dryer. An unexpected bonus awaits you on the first floor; there you’ll find a home office/mudroom with direct access to the private back yard. Private storage in basement, 2 car parking. Just .5 mile to the Red Line at Alewife via the Minuteman Connector.

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Property History

Market Insights

39.2%
Price Range
52
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73509063
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Jun 11, 2026
$986,000
MLS #73509063
Sold
Aug 5, 2016
$635,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 52
Sold
Aug 5, 2016
$635,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 52
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 18, 2016
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Spencer Lane Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.
🏠
Listed for Sale
May 18, 2016
$599,000
Original listing
Agent: Spencer Lane Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge - Huron Ave.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2016 $6,057 $473,200

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$6,057
Tax Year 2016
HOA Fee
$120
Per month
Assessed Value
$473,200

Facts & Features

Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1926
Living Area 1,649 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry Third Floor, In Unit
Features Closet, Office

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch None
Features Off Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $6,057
Assessed Value $473,200

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $120
Fee Includes Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures Master Insurance Paid Annually, This Unit Pays 60% Of $2403 Total. Flood Insurance Is Paid Individually By Each Unit. Two Pets Allowed. See Attached Disclosures.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 38
Sq Ft Source Measured
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 52 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1926
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,649 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Room Details

First Floor

Office
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood

Second Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
Bedroom3
Closet
Dining Room
Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
Flooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Cabinets - Upgraded, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedroom2
Closet
Living Room
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting

Third Floor

Bathroom2
Bathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
Master Bedroom
Bathroom - Full, Skylight, Closet

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bathroom3
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Yes

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Closet, Office
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Third Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1926
Effective Year (Renovated): 2008
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street
School District
Arlington School District local
A+
School Safety 2024-25
0.5% Low
0.4% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.1% Emergency
5.0% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
International School of Boston
0.3 mi
Grades PK-K
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
0.3 mi
Grades 01-12
A
Hardy School
0.4 mi | #116 of 824 | Score: 58.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
+-0 above state avg
382 students Diverse
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A+
Gibbs School
0.8 mi | #31 of 352 | Score: 60.0
Improved 8 spots from last year
+1.8 above state avg
529 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.8 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A+
Belmont Middle School
1.4 mi | #15 of 352 | Score: 62.5
Dropped 13 spots from last year
+4.3 above state avg
742 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

2 schools
Arlington Catholic High School
1.2 mi
17 sports • 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
Le Sallay Studies
1.3 mi
Grades 06-12
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Neighborhood

38 Lafayette St # 38, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Listing Information

Listing Agent Spencer Lane
Agent MLS ID BB806589
Office MLS ID BB9599
Listing Data Updated Aug 11, 2016 11:31 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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