FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall, Dryer Hookup - Electric, Washer Hookup
LevelThird
38 Lafayette St # 38, Arlington MA 02474
Arlington, MA 02474
$986,000
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Sale Statistics
Sale Overview
Original List Price:
$935,000
Final Sale Price:
$986,000
Difference:
+$51,000 (+5.5%)
Performance Metrics
105.5%
List to Sale Ratio
Sold above asking price
13
Days on Market
Quick sale
Price per Square Foot Analysis
Original $/sq ft:
$567
Sale $/sq ft:
$598
This property sold for $598 per square foot
Sale Summary
This property sold for 5.5% above the original asking price, indicating strong buyer demand.
With only 13 days on market, this was a quick sale compared to typical market conditions.
Nearby Sales Comparison
Based on 33 similar properties sold within 0.5 miles in the last 90 days
This Property
$598/sq ft
Area Median
$563/sq ft
Difference
+6.2%
This property sold slightly above the area median for similar homes.
About this home
Tucked at the end of a quiet street in Arlington, just steps from Cambridge, this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath duplex condo offers 1,649 sq ft of sun-filled living with serene, tree-lined views. The open-concept second floor features a bright living room, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, dining area, two spacious bedrooms, and a full bath. The third floor is a private primary suite with skylights, a remodeled en suite bath (2020), and in-unit laundry. A first-floor office/mudroom provides access to a private backyard. Enjoy the Minuteman Bikeway outside your door and a short walk to Alewife Station, bus stop, CVS, Magnolia Playground, dog park, and Hardy school. Easy access to Harvard and Kendall Square, downtown Boston, and highways. Recent updates include a new front porch and fresh paint (2026). Includes basement storage and two-car tandem parking.
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Property History
Market Insights
32.1%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Status: Active under contract
May 12, 2026
Active → Active Under Contract
Pending Sale
May 5, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Apr 29, 2026
$935,000
Original listing
Agent: Yuanming Cheng
Office: Dreamega International Realty LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #72007981
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Aug 5, 2016
$635,000
MLS #72007981
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2026 | 📋 Status: Active under contract | - | - | - | Active → Active Under Contract |
| 05/05/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 04/29/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $935,000 | - | - | Original listing |
| 08/05/2016 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $635,000 | - | - | MLS #72007981 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $9,953 | $920,500 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$9,953
Tax Year 2026
HOA Fee
$365
Monthly
Assessed Value
$920,500
Facts & Features
Central AC
Home Facts
Type
Residential
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1926
Living Area
1,649 sq ft
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Total Rooms
7
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Fireplace
None
Basement
Y
Laundry
Third Floor, In Unit
Features
Closet, Office
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
Shingle
Features
Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Security, Fenced
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Total Spaces
2
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
For Gas Range
Financial
Annual Tax
$9,953
Assessed Value
$920,500
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$365 Monthly
Fee Includes
Insurance
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Pets
Yes w/ Restrictions
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
Flood Insurance Required, Ask Listing Agent. Separate Water Meter. Rear Garden Is Exclusive. Two Pets Allowed.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
["2\/3 Family"]
Unit/Building
38
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Sq Ft Disclosures
Living area does not include basement storage area.
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
14 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Sold
Year Built
1926
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,649 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Stories
2
Entry Level
2
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
1,649 sq ft above grade
Dimensions18 x 15
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Skylight, Closet, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelThird
FeaturesBathroom - Full, Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
LevelSecond
Dimensions11 x 10
FeaturesCloset
LevelSecond
Dimensions12 x 11
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood
LevelSecond
Dimensions16 x 13
FeaturesFlooring - Hardwood, Dining Area, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Remodeled, Stainless Steel Appliances
LevelSecond
Dimensions10 x 10
FeaturesCloset
LevelSecond
Dimensions23 x 17
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood, Recessed Lighting
LevelSecond
Dimensions11 x 9
FeaturesCloset, Flooring - Hardwood
LevelFirst
FeaturesYes
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Tile, Hardwood, Flooring - Hardwood
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Range Hood
Interior Features:
Closet, Office
Windows:
Insulated Windows
Basement:
Y
Laundry:
Third Floor, In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1926
Effective Year (Renovated):
2008
Structure Type:
2/3 Family
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Shingle
Foundation:
Stories:
2
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Heating Zones:
2
Cooling:
Central Air
Cooling Zones:
2
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Security, Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Total Parking Spaces:
2
Parking Features:
Off Street, Tandem, Paved
Nearby Schools
School District
Arlington School District local
A+
School Safety
2024-25
0.5%
Low
0.4%
Suspensions
0.2%
In-School
0.1%
Emergency
5.0% below state avg
Elementary Schools
10 schools
Lesley Ellis School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-07
St. Agnes Elementary School
1.2 mi
Grades K-08
A
Hardy School
0.4 mi
|
#116 of 824
|
Score: 58.2
Improved 6 spots from last year
+-0 above state avg
382 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
A-
Thompson Elementary School
0.8 mi
|
#201 of 824
|
Score: 54.9
Dropped 52 spots from last year
-3.3 below state avg
537 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
Arlington Children's Center
1.3 mi
Grades PK-K
Menotomy Preschool
1.3 mi
100 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK
A+
John A Bishop School
1.9 mi
|
#52 of 824
|
Score: 62.2
Improved 10 spots from last year
+4 above state avg
375 students
Diverse
Grades K-05
A
Brackett School
2.1 mi
|
#120 of 824
|
Score: 58.0
Dropped 7 spots from last year
-0.2 below state avg
394 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
A-
M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School
2.4 mi
|
#180 of 824
|
Score: 56.0
Dropped 38 spots from last year
-2.2 below state avg
448 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades K-05
A+
Cyrus E Dallin School
2.8 mi
|
#39 of 824
|
Score: 63.2
Improved 181 spots from last year
+5 above state avg
390 students
Diverse
Rising School
Strong Attendance
Grades K-05
Middle Schools
2 schools
A+
Gibbs School
0.8 mi
|
#31 of 352
|
Score: 60.0
Improved 8 spots from last year
+1.8 above state avg
529 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 06
A+
Ottoson Middle School
2.4 mi
|
#4 of 352
|
Score: 65.2
Improved 13 spots from last year
+7 above state avg
963 students
Diverse
Strong Attendance
Grades 07-08
High Schools
1 school
Arlington Catholic High School
1.2 mi
17 sports
• 1,412 athletes
Strong Athletics
Grades 09-12
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Neighborhood
38 Lafayette St # 38, Arlington MA 02474
Arlington, MA 02474
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Carrie Cheng
Listing Office
Dreamega International Realty LLC
Office Phone
617-655-9357
Agent MLS ID
CN254991
Office MLS ID
AN8022
Listing Data Updated
Jun 12, 2026 1:16 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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