16 Russell Street # 2, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474
$670,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,620
Sq Ft
$414
Price/Sq Ft
1868
Year Built
3
Parking
5
Days on Market
Sold Listed Mar 1, 2017 • MLS# 72125237 Copied! • Updated Apr 28, 2017

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $635,000
Final Sale Price: $670,000
Difference: +$35,000 (+5.5%)
Performance Metrics
105.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $392
Sale $/sq ft: $414
This property sold for $414 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 19 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$414/sq ft
Area Median
$604/sq ft
Difference
31.5%

This property sold below the area median, potentially representing good value for the buyer.

About this home

Walking through the Russell Street Historic District, in the heart of Arlington Center, you will come upon the Alvin Robbins House. Built in 1868, this distinctive property was previously located on Mass. Ave. & was cut in half in 1912 to make way for the new town hall and gardens, & moved to its current location, where it was expanded. In 2002, the property was converted into the Alvin Robbins Condominiums. Unit 2, with its gracious front entrance porch is being offered for sale. An inviting foyer welcomes you into the formal living room with 10’ ceilings & gorgeous architectural details. The dining room has a working, wood burning fireplace, & the eat-in kitchen has stainless steel appliances, gas stove, pantry closet, & ½ bath with laundry. A grand staircase leads to the second floor which has 2 bedrooms & a full bath. If you are looking for something out of the ordinary, oozing with charm and character, this is the one! Close to shopping, the bike path, and transportation.

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Property History

Market Insights

25.6%
Price Range
7
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73343896
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Apr 16, 2025
$853,000
MLS #73343896
Sold
Apr 28, 2017
$670,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 7
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Listed for Sale
Mar 2, 2017
$635,000
Original listing
Agent: Lynne Lowenstein Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Arlington

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $5,671 $451,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,671
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$302
Monthly
Assessed Value
$451,500

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1868
Living Area 1,620 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace Dining Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Features Entrance Foyer

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture Other (see Remarks)
Roof Shingle
Features Porch
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Porch
Features Off Street, Tandem, Deeded, Paved, Exclusive Parking
Total Spaces 3
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range, Washer Hookup
Annual Tax $5,671
Assessed Value $451,500

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $302 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 5
Pets Yes
Seller Disclosures A/k/a 14 Russell Unit 2 In Some Public Records And Documents; Fp In Living Room Is Ornamental; Unit Has Exclusive Use Of 26 X 7 Covered Exterior Front Porch; Rental Restrictions Apply.
Possession None
Accepted Financing Contract
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents Master Deed, Unit Deed, Floor Plans (3)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 7 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1868
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,620 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
Windows: Storm Window(s)
Basement: Y
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Style: Other (See Remarks)
Year Built: 1868
Effective Year (Renovated): 2002
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Heating Zones: 2
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Porch
Patio & Porch: Porch
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Off Street, Tandem, Deeded, Paved, Exclusive Parking

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Dining Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path
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

10 schools
St. Agnes Elementary School
0.2 mi
Grades K-08
Lesley Ellis School
0.9 mi
Grades PK-07
A+
John A Bishop School
0.5 mi | #52 of 824 | Score: 62.2
Improved 10 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
375 students Diverse
Grades K-05
Arlington Children's Center
0.5 mi
Grades PK-K
Menotomy Preschool
0.5 mi
100 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A-
Thompson Elementary School
0.8 mi | #201 of 824 | Score: 54.9
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
537 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A
Hardy School
1.0 mi | #116 of 824 | Score: 58.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
+-0 above state avg
382 students Diverse
Grades K-05
A-
M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School
1.1 mi | #180 of 824 | Score: 56.0
Dropped 38 spots from last year
-2.2 below state avg
448 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
A
Brackett School
1.3 mi | #120 of 824 | Score: 58.0
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-0.2 below state avg
394 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A+
Peirce School
1.5 mi | #57 of 824 | Score: 61.8
Dropped 23 spots from last year
+3.6 above state avg
318 students Diverse
Grades K-05
M

Middle Schools

2 schools
A+
Gibbs School
0.6 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+
Ottoson Middle School
1.2 mi | #4 of 352 | Score: 65.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
+7 above state avg
963 students Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
H

High Schools

1 school
Arlington Catholic High School
0.2 mi
17 sports • 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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16 Russell Street # 2, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Listing Information

Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Arlington
Office Phone 781-648-6500
Agent MLS ID NB900450
Office MLS ID BB9584
Listing Data Updated Apr 28, 2017 10:31 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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