4 Washington Ave # 18, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140 • Avon Hill
$620,000
1
Beds
1
Baths
607
Sq Ft
$1,021
Price/Sq Ft
1930
Year Built
82
Days on Market
Closed Listed May 8, 2019 • MLS# 72496487 Copied! • Updated Aug 3, 2019

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $675,000
Final Sale Price: $620,000
Difference: $55,000 (-8.1%)
Performance Metrics
91.9%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
82
Days on Market
Extended listing
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $1,112
Sale $/sq ft: $1,021
This property sold for $1,021 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 8.1% below the original asking price.

The property spent 82 days on market before selling.

Nearby Sales Comparison

Based on 50 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days

This Property
$1,021/sq ft
Area Average
$137/sq ft
Difference
+647.1%

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

About this home

OFFER ACCEPTED! Classic pre-war Harvard Square/Avon Hill Cambridge Condo! Beautifully renovated south-facing penthouse corner unit in coveted location offers unparalled features and updates while retaining original character and charm. Hardwood floors and a wood burning fireplace pair tastefully with the 2016 kitchen & bathroom renovations. Kitchen features granite, custom cabinetry with built-in pantry, undermount lighting, upgraded SS appliances and crackled subway tile. Bathroom offers soaking tub, subway tile, updated vanity & contemporary fixtures. Boston skyline views throughout unit! Large bedroom, tall ceilings, recessed lighting in kitchen & living room, replacement thin radiators & ample closets throughout. Quiet tree-lined street within walking distance to Harvard and Porter Squares, Red Line, restaurants & Harvard University. Shared roof deck w/ stunning city views, charming entry courtyard. Low HOA fee includes Heat and H/W, professionally managed association!

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Property History

Market Insights

4.6%
Price Range
83
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Current Active Listing - MLS #73534554
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Currently Listed
Jun 11, 2026
$645,000
MLS #73534554 - Active
Sold
Jul 30, 2019
$620,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 83
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Listed for Sale
May 8, 2019
$649,900
Original listing
Agent: Seth Mitchell Office: Conway - West Roxbury

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2018 $3,229 $513,400

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$3,229
Tax Year 2018
HOA Fee
$264
Monthly
Assessed Value
$513,400

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential
Style Condominium
Year Built 1930
Living Area 607 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Interior

Heating Baseboard
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 1
Basement Y
Laundry In Building
Features None

Exterior

Construction Brick
Architecture None
Roof Rubber
Features Deck - Roof
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
Features None
Electric None
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other For Gas Range
Annual Tax $3,229
Assessed Value $513,400

HOA & Community

HOA Fee $264 Monthly
Fee Includes Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
Amenities Hot Water, Laundry
Optional Fee Includes None
Owner-Occupied Units 22
Down Payment Resource Eligible
Pets No
Seller Disclosures Taxes Shown Reflect Residential Exemption. Storage Unit Available For One Time $200 Transfer Fee. Bike Storage And Laundry In Basement.
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type ["Mid-Rise"]
Unit/Building 18
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 83 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1930
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
607 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Stories
1
Entry Level
4

Room Details

Other Floor

Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Bathroom3
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom

Fourth Floor Floor

Bathroom1
Dining Room
Kitchen
13 x 12
Living Room
11 x 10
Master Bedroom
12 x 12

Interior Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Y
Laundry: In Building
Security: Intercom

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1930
Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Exterior Materials: Brick
Roof: Rubber
Foundation:
Stories: 1

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: None
Hot Water:
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

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

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:

Special Features

Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.7 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
Shady Hill School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.4 mi
Grades 01-12
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.6 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
1.6 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
Fayerweather Street School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.1 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
0.5 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.6 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
1.3 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
1.8 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
2.1 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
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.8 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.2 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

Avon Hill

4 Washington Ave # 18, Cambridge MA 02140

Cambridge, MA 02140

Listing Information

Listing Agent Seth Mitchell
Listing Office Conway - West Roxbury
Office Phone 617-469-9200
Agent MLS ID CT002036
Office MLS ID BB1494
Listing Data Updated Aug 3, 2019 3:30 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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