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205 Richdale Ave # A20, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140
$649,000
Est. $4,126/month
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
925
Sq Ft
$702
Price/Sq Ft
1988
Year Built
33
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 16, 2018 • MLS# 72328601 Copied!

About this home

Bright, modern top floor 2 bedroom, 1-1/2 bathroom condo w/ large open living dining room w/oak floors & many oversize windows. Conveniently located 1/2 mile to the Porter Sq. Red Line T station & Commuter Rail providing fast & easy commute to the Harvard University, MIT, MGH, Kendall Sq, Boston's Financial & Seaport Districts. Walkable location close to numerous restaurants, coffee shops, Porter Exchange, Porter Square Shopping Center, Star Market &Tags. Numerous recreational areas nearby including tennis courts, Danehy Park, Raymond Park & Fresh Pond. Enjoy your own private deck with views of trees, fields & sky. Perfect for owner occupant or investor. Unit was rented for $2,700/month. Professionally managed with a high owner occupancy rate & attractive common landscaped grounds. Central air conditioning, in-unit washer dryer, private storage, & garage parking.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner GUSTAVSSON, SIMON
Mailing Address 189 RICHDALE AVE, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02140

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style TWO-FLOORS

Tax Information

Assessed Value $876,500
Tax Rate $5.86 per $1,000
Base Tax $5,136
CPA Surcharge 3% ($137)
Estimated Annual Tax $5,273

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $876,500 $876,500

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 1, 2025 $1 84310/0378
May 12, 2025 $925,000 84079/0030
Mar 17, 2025 $820,000 83865/0329
Jul 12, 2024 $901,000 82998/0148
Dec 7, 2023 $875,000 82287/0192
Oct 10, 2023 $845,000 82081/0488
Jun 27, 2023 $1 81699/0402
Feb 2, 2023 $1 81220/0409
Nov 29, 2022 $760,000 80994/0403
Jul 22, 2022 $760,000 80474/0295
Jun 2, 2022 $920,000 80221/0124
Mar 1, 2022 $1 79756/0161
Jan 21, 2022 $795,000 79572/0004
Nov 17, 2021 $805,000 79164/0588
Aug 18, 2021 $1,025,000 78497/0053
Aug 17, 2021 $1,501,000 78488/0492
May 13, 2021 $1,005,000 77761/0326
Jul 27, 2018 $649,000 71383/0480
Jun 12, 2018 $740,000 71145/0407
Feb 13, 2015 $638,500 64911/0378
Nov 25, 2014 $460,000 64567/0329
Jan 15, 2013 $435,000 60975/0193
Dec 26, 2012 $1 60820/0157
Dec 14, 2012 $555,000 60734/0404
Jun 10, 2011 $599,500 56969/0346
Jan 4, 2011 $100 56218/0071
Nov 4, 2010 $455,000 55757/0070
Aug 19, 2010 $700,000 55200/0201
Nov 23, 2009 $425,000 53887/0119
Sep 15, 2009 $442,500 53538/0453
Oct 20, 2006 $423,000 48355/0007
May 31, 2005 $379,000 45291/0459
Nov 16, 2004 $368,500 44106/0281
Aug 25, 2004 $400,000 43590/0166
Jul 28, 2000 $315,000 31657/0191
Jan 1, 1998 $2,600,000 00000/0000
Feb 6, 1997 $157,000 00000/0000
Dec 29, 1993 $126,000 24083/0581
Nov 22, 1993 $117,500 23914/0483
Nov 10, 1993 $135,000 23889/0520

Municipal Context: CAMBRIDGE

Median Home Value $925,000
Avg SF Tax Bill $8,175
Residential Tax Rate $5.86/1000
CPA Surcharge 3%
County Middlesex
Match: geocode_proximity (87.6% confidence) · Data as of Mar 8, 2026

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1988
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
925 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $675,000
Final Sale Price: $649,000
Difference: $26,000 (-3.9%)
Performance Metrics
96.1%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
33
Days on Market
Average time
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $730
Sale $/sq ft: $702
This property sold for $702 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 3.9% below the original asking price.

The property spent 33 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 16 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$702/sq ft
Area Average
$396/sq ft
Difference
+77.2%

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

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage
Central AC

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1988
Living Area 925 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Electric
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Tile, Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Basement Y
Laundry In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction None
Architecture None
Roof Shingle, Rubber
Features Deck - Wood
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Wood

Parking

Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Guest
Total Spaces 1

Utilities

Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Electric Range

Financial

Annual Tax $3,073
Assessed Value $488,600

Interior Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1988
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials:
Roof: Shingle, Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Type: Attached
Total Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Under, Garage Door Opener, Guest

Location

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Neighborhood

205 Richdale Ave # A20, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140

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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
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
Cambridge Friends School
0.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.2 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
Cambridge Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades PK-06
St. Peter Elementary School
0.6 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
0.9 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
2.1 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
Amigos School
2.1 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
B+
Peabody School
0.2 mi | #278 of 824 | Score: 51.4
Improved 84 spots from last year
-6.8 below state avg
314 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.2 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
1.8 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
2.2 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
2.3 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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Market Insights

99.4%
Price Range
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Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73508885
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Currently Listed
Apr 29, 2026
$3,600
MLS #73508885 - Active
Sold
Jul 27, 2018
$649,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 30
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Listed for Sale
May 16, 2018
$649,000
Original listing
Agent: Elisee Labrecque Office: RE/MAX Destiny

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Apr 29, 2026 Sold $3,600
May 16, 2018 New Listing Added $649,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
33 days
Price per Sq Ft
$702

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $3,073 $488,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,073
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$388
Per month
Assessed Value
$488,600

Listing Information

Listing Agent Elisee Labrecque
Listing Office RE/MAX Destiny
Agent MLS ID BB804064
Office MLS ID BB9927
Listing Data Updated Jul 27, 2018 5:44 PM 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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