A great Riverside location on a quiet tucked-away private way off of Putnam Ave. very near to Hoyt Field. 2 Ballord Pl. is a small, Mansard Roof single family home (C'1886) with some outdoor space, a large deck and a lot of privacy. Many elements of this house are old and will need repair, replacement and upgrades- both the exterior and interior. Completed, this home will become another one of Cambridge's hidden treasures. You have a great head start- a first floor with high ceilings, lots of natural light with large windows and a newer first floor bath. The roof appears solid, there is active natural gas in basement and a 200 Amp Service. In addition to "private-way" parking, there is potential to create an off-street spot (which the City recognizes) by making some fence changes. This location with proximity to Central Sq., Whole Foods, Charles River and to Hoyt Field adds value that's hard to quantify. Great opportunity to find and preserve the elusive Cambridge Single Family.
Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:$975,000
Final Sale Price:$950,000
Difference:
$25,000 (-2.6%)
Performance Metrics
97.4%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold below asking price
14
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:$863
Sale $/sq ft:$841
This property sold for $841 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 2.6% below the original asking price.
With only 14 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Facts & Features
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Property Category
Residential
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,130 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Interior Features
Flooring
Wood, Tile, Hardwood
Heating
Baseboard, Oil
Has Heating
Yes
Cooling
None
Has Cooling
No
Has Fireplace
No
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Basement Details
Interior Entry, Bulkhead, Unfinished
Exterior & Structure
Construction Materials
Frame
Architectural Style
Antique
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Stone, Brick/Mortar
Exterior Features
Porch - Screened, Deck, Garden
Patio/Porch Features
Screened, Deck
Has Spa
No
Waterfront Property
No
Lot & Land
Lot Size
0.04 acres
Lot Size
1,816 sq ft
Lot Size Area
0.0400
Lot Features
Level
Road Frontage Type
Private Road
Parking & Garage
Has Garage
No
Parking Features
On Street
Utilities & Systems
Utilities Available
for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
Water Source
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Community & HOA
Community Features
Public Transportation, Shopping, Park
HOA
No
Senior Community
No
Financial & Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount
$5,718
Tax Year
2024
Tax Assessed Value
$965,900
Parcel Number
M:00126 L:00006,408059
Zoning
C-1
Additional Details
Year Built Source
Public Records
Year Built Details
Approximate
Attached Property
No
Disclosures
Older, oil-fired hot-water boiler was operating this winter but is out of heating fuel. Older windows in generally poor condition. City deems this a 3 BR. It really is a 2 BR plus a small office (as 2 BR's were combined at one time). Taxes listed do not reflect Cambridge's residential exemption.
Location
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Neighborhood
2 Ballord Pl, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Walkability
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Schools
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Estimated Monthly Payment$0
Payment Breakdown
Principal & Interest$0
Property Tax$477
Homeowners Insurance$200
PMI$0
Property History
Market Insights
2.6%
Price Range
15
Total Days on Market
Property Timeline
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Sold
Jun 21, 2024
$950,000
Property sold
Days on Market: 15
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Listed for Sale
May 1, 2024
$975,000
Original listing
Agent: Bill AibelOffice: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
