278 Huron Avenue # 2, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$1,435,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,128
Sq Ft
$674
Price/Sq Ft
1922
Year Built
1
Garage Space
19
Days on Market
Sold Listed Jan 17, 2018 • MLS# 72271495 Copied! • Updated Feb 28, 2018

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $1,435,000
Final Sale Price: $1,435,000
Difference: +$0 (+0.0%)
Performance Metrics
100.0%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold at asking price
19
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $674
Sale $/sq ft: $674
This property sold for $674 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold exactly at the asking price.

With only 19 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 28 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$674/sq ft
Area Median
$720/sq ft
Difference
6.3%

This property sold near the area median for similar homes.

About this home

Huron Village gem gut renovated in 2007, this upper duplex features dramatic & airy living space accentuated by cathedraled ceilings & plentiful windows. Private front entry leads to large living/dining room with maple floors, recessed lighting, gas fireplace, built-in bookcases & glass door leading to front balcony. The kitchen with breakfast bar peninsula boasts yards of granite countertops, generous cherry cabinetry & stainless steel appliances. There are two bedrooms & two full baths on the main living level, one with walk-in closet & en suite bath. The top floor features an open loft study & master suite with skylights, custom designed closets & tiled bath with double vanity, spa tub & walk-in shower with skylight. There is additional finished space in the basement, accessed from the exterior, great as a get-away study or home gym. The unit also enjoys an exclusive-use rear patio & 2 off-street parking spaces, including 1 garage spot, accessed from Blakeslee Street. Such a find!

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Property History

Market Insights

22.7%
Price Range
13
Total Days on Market
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

Previous Transaction - MLS #73518112
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Aug 19, 2026
$1,856,500
MLS #73518112
Sold
Feb 28, 2018
$1,435,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 13
🏠
Listed for Sale
Jan 17, 2018
$1,435,000
Original listing
Agent: Robin Kelly Office: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $5,292 $1,158,800

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$5,292
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$326
Monthly
Assessed Value
$1,158,800

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1922
Living Area 2,128 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
Total Rooms 7

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace Living Room
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry Second Floor, In Unit
Features Balcony - Interior, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bonus Room

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Patio - Enclosed, Balcony
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Patio - Enclosed
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Detached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces 2
Electric Circuit Breakers
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $5,292
Assessed Value $1,158,800

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $326 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 2
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures Fy18 Taxes Include Residential Exemption. Assoc Collects Maintenance/reserve Amount Annually ($1375 For Unit 278) And Units Pay Other Expenses As They Arise. Monthly Condo Fee Noted In Report Is An Estimate Based On The Units Share Of Past Expenses And The Annual Maintenance/reserve Contribution.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building 2
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Sq Ft Disclosures includes 243sf in finished basement, which is accessed from the exterior
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 13 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1922
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,128 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Wood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features: Balcony - Interior, Recessed Lighting, Closet, Bonus Room
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: Second Floor, In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1922
Effective Year (Renovated): 2007
Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Electric Baseboard, Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
Heating Zones: 4
Cooling: Central Air
Cooling Zones: 2
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio - Enclosed, Balcony
Patio & Porch: Patio - Enclosed
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

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

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Living Room
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails
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
St. Peter Elementary School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.8 mi | #100 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Fayerweather Street School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.5 mi
Grades 01-12
A
Amigos School
1.9 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.0 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.6 mi | #242 of 824 | Score: 52.7
Improved 3 spots from last year
-5.5 below state avg
367 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades 01-06
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-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.5 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
2.3 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
2.6 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
2.0 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.1 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.7 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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278 Huron Avenue # 2, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Listing Information

Listing Agent Robin Kelly
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Cambridge
Office Phone 617-864-4430
Agent MLS ID BB802364
Office MLS ID BB2438
Listing Data Updated Feb 28, 2018 1:52 PM EST
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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