5 Thorndike St # 2, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474
$965,000
Est. $5,136/month
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,800
Sq Ft
$536
Price/Sq Ft
1908
Year Built
Condominium
Type
5
Days on Market
Closed Listed Sep 26, 2025 • MLS# 73169724

About this home

Second and third floor condo located in highly sought-after E. Arlington, just off Mass Ave & convenient to Alewife T-Station & Minuteman & Alewife Greenway Bike Paths. Built in 1908, this home blends charm & character w/modern updates of renovations in 2005. The main level welcomes you w/a gas FP in the LR, formal DR featuring a built-in cc, & versatile FR/office designed to meet the demands of today’s WFH lifestyle. The bright & sunny kitchen, along w/adjacent pantry, plus conveniently located laundry in back hall, a private balcony overlooking fenced in yard, & a ½ BA, add practicality to this level. The 3rd flr has 3 spacious BRs & a FB, as well as extra storage space. Additional amenities include C/A, Nest thermostats & smoke detectors, & an electric car charger in the garage. Situated close to the Cambridge line, you’ll enjoy the proximity to Magnolia Playground, Thorndike Field & Dog Park, the Community Garden & the array of shops & restaurants that make this community special.

Sale Statistics

Sale Overview
Original List Price: $949,000
Final Sale Price: $965,000
Difference: +$16,000 (+1.7%)
Performance Metrics
101.7%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
5
Days on Market
Very fast sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft: $527
Sale $/sq ft: $536
This property sold for $536 per square foot
Sale Summary

This property sold for 1.7% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.

With only 5 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.

Facts & Features

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1908
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,800 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
2

Interior Features

Flooring
Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
Central Air
Has Cooling
Yes
Fireplace Features
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Yes
Number of Fireplaces
1
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior Features
Pantry, High Speed Internet
Laundry Features
Flooring - Hardwood, Balcony - Exterior, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Second Floor, In Unit
Basement Details
Y
Window Features
Insulated Windows
Accessibility Features
No

Exterior & Structure

Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Shingle
Exterior Features
Porch, Balcony, Fenced Yard
Patio/Porch Features
Porch
Fencing
Fenced
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No

Lot & Land

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces
1
Has Garage
Yes
Attached Garage
No
Has Carport
No
Total Non-Garage Parking Spaces
1
Parking Features
Detached, Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Covered Parking Spaces
1

Utilities & Systems

Utilities Available
for Gas Range
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
Circuit Breakers

Community & HOA

Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Bike Path, Highway Access, Public School, T-Station
HOA Fee
$278
HOA Fee Frequency
Monthly
Senior Community
No

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Tax Amount
$9,792
Tax Year
2023
Tax Assessed Value
$873,500
Parcel Number
M:001.A B:0001 L:0005.2,4556860
Zoning
R2

Additional Details

Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Actual
Building Name
5 Thorndike Street Condominium
Disclosures
1. Sellers reserve the right to accept an offer prior to the deadline. 2. To suit the needs of the sellers, the living room is being used as the dining room and the dining room is being used as the living/playroom.
Exclusions
Overhead Light Fixture In What Is Currently Being Used As A Living Room & Headboard In Back Bedroom
Listing Terms
Contract

Location

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Neighborhood

5 Thorndike St # 2, Arlington MA 02474

Arlington, MA 02474

Walkability

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Schools

Elementary School
Hardy
Rating information coming soon
Middle School
Ottoson
Rating information coming soon
High School
Arlington High
Rating information coming soon

Monthly Payment Calculator

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Estimated Monthly Payment $0

Payment Breakdown

Principal & Interest $0
Property Tax $816
Homeowners Insurance $200
HOA Fee $278
PMI $0

Property History

Market Insights

1.7%
Price Range
6
Total Days on Market

Property Timeline

Sold
Nov 21, 2023
$965,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 6
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Listed for Sale
Oct 12, 2023
$949,000
Original listing
Agent: Lynne Lowenstein Office: Advisors Living - Arlington

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
Oct 12, 2023 New Listing Added $949,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
5 days
Price per Sq Ft
$536

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2023 $9,792 $873,500

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$9,792
Tax Year 2023
HOA Fee
$278
Monthly
Assessed Value
$873,500

Listing Information

Listing Agent Lynne Lowenstein
Listing Office Advisors Living - Arlington
Agent MLS ID NB900450
Office MLS ID AN7690

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