BMN Boston

Get our mobile app!

Download on the App Store

189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • West Cambridge
$876,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,180
Sq Ft
$742
Price/Sq Ft
1924
Year Built
1
Garage Space
12
Days on Market
Closed Listed Apr 19, 2017 • MLS# 72148046 Copied! • Updated Jun 1, 2017

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $725,000
Final Sale Price: $876,000
Difference: +$151,000 (+20.8%)
Performance Metrics
120.8%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
12
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $614
Sale $/sq ft: $742
This property sold for $742 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 20.8% 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.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 12 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$742/sq ft
Area Average
$519/sq ft
Difference
+42.9%

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

About this home

Located in the heart of Huron Village, blocks away from the shops & Fresh Pond, this charming, 6 room 2 bedroom 2 full bath condo boasts high ceilings, oak floors, an abundance of light & period detail throughout. This first floor unit features a bright kitchen with direct access to a covered porch, backyard, & detached garage, with a private front entrance on Lexington Ave. The living room has a working fireplace & opens into a generous corner study with lots of natural light. The dining room has an original built-in china cabinet & flows nicely from the kitchen. The full bath on the main level was beautifully renovated in 2016 with white & grey marble tile & high end finishes. The tiled finished lower level offers additional bonus space for a playroom, includes a full bath & plenty of closets for storage. With parking, direct access to the 72 bus line to Harvard Square & close proximity to Boston, this condo has everything you've been looking for in a fabulous Cambridge neighborhood!

View in the App

Save this property, schedule tours instantly, and get alerts when the price drops

Scan to download BMN Boston app Scan with phone
Get the full experience in the BMN Boston app

BMN Estimate

Get the number an algorithm can't give you

A free agent CMA factors in condition, upgrades, and the street — the things comps alone can't see.

Recently Sold Nearby

Property History

Market Insights

39.3%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73334852
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Mar 14, 2025
$1,195,000
MLS #73334852
Sold
May 31, 2017
$876,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
🏠
Listed for Sale
Apr 19, 2017
$725,000
Original listing
Agent: Felicia Captain Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Wellesley - Central St.

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2017 $4,185 $644,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$4,185
Tax Year 2017
HOA Fee
$180
Monthly
Assessed Value
$644,800

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1924
Living Area 1,180 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Hot Water, Oil, Electric
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Flooring Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile
Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry First Floor, In Unit
Features Office, Play Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Deck - Roof, Patio
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof, Patio
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Total Spaces 2
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $4,185
Assessed Value $644,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $180 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures Roof Replaced In 2013
Exclusions Tv About Fireplace And In Bedroom
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Sq Ft Disclosures 200 additional square feet of finished living space in lower level
Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs (2)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 13 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1924
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,180 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Room Details

First Floor

Bathroom1
Bathroom - Tiled With Tub, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Dining Room
12 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood
Kitchen
13 x 13
Flooring - Wood, Balcony / Deck, Breakfast Bar / Nook
Bedroom2
10 x 13
Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
Living Room
12 x 14
Flooring - Hardwood
Master Bedroom
13 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood
Office
9 x 12
Flooring - Hardwood

Basement Floor

Bathroom2
Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom3
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Interior Features

Flooring: Flooring - Hardwood, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Office, Play Room
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: First Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1924
Effective Year (Renovated): 1986
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water, Oil, Electric
Heating Zones: 1
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Patio
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof, Patio
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Total Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Public School, T-Station

Nearby Schools

School information not available for this location.

Location

Loading map...

Neighborhood

West Cambridge

189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Listing Information

Listing Agent Felicia Captain
Agent MLS ID CT004326
Office MLS ID BB2435
Listing Data Updated Jun 1, 2017 8:23 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

Contact Us

BMN Boston Real Estate
BMN Boston Real Estate
Douglas Elliman
Ask about this property — free, no obligation.

Similar Homes for Sale

Comparable Properties

Customize Comparable Search

Finding comparable properties...

Market Analytics for Cambridge, MA

Real-time market trends and pricing data for this area

189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 1 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 2 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 3 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 4 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 5 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 6 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 7 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 8 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 9 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 10 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 11 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 12 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 13 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 14 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 15 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 16 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 17 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 18 189 Lexington Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02138 - Photo 19
BMN Boston Real Estate

BMN Boston Real Estate

Douglas Elliman

Your message will be sent to BMN Boston Real Estate.

Schedule a Tour