189 Richdale Ave # B3, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140 • Porter Square
$740,000
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,103
Sq Ft
$671
Price/Sq Ft
1988
Year Built
1
Garage Space
16
Days on Market
Sold Listed May 17, 2018 • MLS# 72329302 Copied! • Updated Jun 12, 2018

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Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $699,900
Final Sale Price: $740,000
Difference: +$40,100 (+5.7%)
Performance Metrics
105.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
16
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $635
Sale $/sq ft: $671
This property sold for $671 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 5.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 16 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 46 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$671/sq ft
Area Median
$695/sq ft
Difference
3.4%

This property sold near the area median for similar homes.

About this home

Townhouse style condo tastefully finished with an exceptional private patio out back, 1 car garage parking, in-unit laundry, abundant storage, close to bike path and parks. Half mile walk to Porter Sq T. Ample bike storage (in secure garage) and guest parking. Many updates including full bath w/ high-end architectural finishes (2014), kitchen and 1/2 bath (2007), and energy efficient features including EnergyStar Harvey windows (2011), heat pump (2012) and NEST thermostat mean comfort and low operating costs (take a look at utility cost sheet sellers have experienced - Wow!). Professional management. Your first arrival into the entrance courtyard and you will see why Richdale Terraces is a unique oasis - come check it out!

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Property History

Market Insights

99.5%
Price Range
25
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73569280
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Aug 27, 2026
$3,900
MLS #73569280 - Active
Sold
Jun 12, 2018
$740,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 25
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Listed for Sale
May 17, 2018
$699,900
Original listing
Agent: Craig Foley Office: RE/MAX Leading Edge

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $3,327 $528,900

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,327
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$409
Monthly
Assessed Value
$528,900

Facts & Features

1 Car Garage

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1988
Living Area 1,103 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 5

Interior

Heating Heat Pump, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Cooling Heat Pump, Air Source Heat Pumps (ashp)
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Energy Star Qualified Washer, Washer/dryer
Fireplace None
Basement N
Laundry Flooring - Stone/ceramic Tile, Second Floor, In Unit
Features None

Exterior

Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Courtyard, Deck - Composite, Patio - Enclosed, Sprinkler System
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Composite, Patio - Enclosed
Garage Spaces 1
Has Garage Yes
Features Under, Garage Door Opener, Deeded, Off Street, Guest
Total Spaces 1
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None
Annual Tax $3,327
Assessed Value $528,900

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $409 Monthly
Fee Includes Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Storage
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 30
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Rowhouse","Attached"]
Unit/Building B3
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Documents Master Deed, Rules & Regs, Floor Plans (3)
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 25 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1988
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,103 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Stories
2
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Washer/Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows: Insulated Windows
Basement: N
Laundry: Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile, Second Floor, In Unit
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1988
Effective Year (Renovated): 1989
Structure Type: Rowhouse, Attached
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation:
Stories: 2

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Heat Pump, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Cooling: Heat Pump, Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP)
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features: Thermostat

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Courtyard, Deck - Composite, Patio - Enclosed, Sprinkler System
Patio & Porch: Deck - Composite, Patio - Enclosed
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, Deeded, Off Street, Guest
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
0.3 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
0.4 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
2.2 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
2.5 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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Neighborhood

Porter Square

189 Richdale Ave # B3, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140

Listing Information

Agent MLS ID BB910527
Office MLS ID AN3155
Listing Data Updated Jun 12, 2018 2:45 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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