Bright Sun-filled Garden Condominium located on Observatory Hill, close to Harvard Square and Huron Village. Adjacent to lovely residential neighborhood, this 1,460 sq. ft., six room condo consists of a large foyer, living room, dining room, updated galley kitchen w/ss appliances, 3 bedrooms, full bath, plenty of closet storage space and a separate private entrance. Common patio and yard. Enjoy all Cambridge has to offer with several renowned universities, cultural historic sites, museums, community social events, restaurants, outdoor activities at the Charles River Reserve and much more. Great commuter location with public transportation including MBTA bus lines, MBTA Red Line Station at Harvard Square and easy access to major highway routes to all of metro Boston. Leased parking may be available.
Sold for $800,000
$800,000
86 Buckingham St APT 4, Cambridge, MA 02138
3beds
1,460sqft
Condominium
Built in 1920
-- sqft lot
$984,800 Zestimate®
$548/sqft
$4,696 Estimated rent
Home value
$984,800
$886,000 - $1.09M
$4,696/mo
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Listed by:
Gina Brennan 617-957-1738,
C. Brendan Noonan & Co. 617-868-3200,
C. Brendan Noonan 617-959-1340
Bought with:
Ricardo Rodriguez & Associates Group
Coldwell Banker Realty - Boston
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73215374
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding, Closet - Double
Bathroom 1
- Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile
Dining room
- Features: Flooring - Wood, Crown Molding
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Upgraded, Cabinets - Upgraded
Living room
- Features: Flooring - Hardwood, Crown Molding
Heating
- Central, Baseboard, Unit Control
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: First Floor
Features
- Closet, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Wood, Flooring - Hardwood
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,460
- Total interior livable area: 1,460 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: M:00225 L:0000300004,416293
- Zoning: A2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1920
- Major remodel year: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: for Gas Range
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Conservation Area, Highway Access, House of Worship, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Cambridge
HOA & financial
HOA
- HOA fee: $732 monthly
- Amenities included: Hot Water, Laundry
- Services included: Heat, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Reserve Funds
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/19/2024 | Sold | $800,000-2.3%$548/sqft |
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| 6/15/2024 | Contingent | $819,000$561/sqft |
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| 6/3/2024 | Price change | $819,000-3.5%$561/sqft |
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| 5/7/2024 | Price change | $849,000-3%$582/sqft |
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| 4/22/2024 | Price change | $875,000-5.4%$599/sqft |
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| 3/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $925,000$634/sqft |
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| 12/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/17/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,200$3/sqft |
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| 11/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/12/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,200$3/sqft |
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| 10/4/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/6/2023 | Price change | $4,200-4.5%$3/sqft |
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| 8/16/2023 | Price change | $4,400-4.3%$3/sqft |
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| 8/11/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,600$3/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,420 +7.1% | $853,600 -0.2% |
| 2024 | $5,062 +6% | $855,100 +4.9% |
| 2023 | $4,776 -0.5% | $815,000 +0.5% |
| 2022 | $4,801 +2.2% | $810,900 +1% |
| 2021 | $4,699 +5.3% | $803,200 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $4,461 +4.5% | $775,800 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $4,270 +3% | $718,900 +9.1% |
| 2018 | $4,144 +2.6% | $658,900 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $4,038 +2% | $622,200 +9.9% |
| 2016 | $3,957 +1.2% | $566,100 +13.2% |
| 2015 | $3,912 +1.7% | $500,300 +9% |
| 2014 | $3,846 -16.5% | $459,000 -13.7% |
| 2013 | $4,606 +36.6% | $531,900 +33.8% |
| 2012 | $3,372 +3.9% | $397,600 |
| 2011 | $3,244 +5.7% | $397,600 |
| 2010 | $3,069 +2.1% | $397,600 |
| 2009 | $3,006 +1.7% | $397,600 -1% |
| 2008 | $2,955 -6.8% | $401,500 -5.3% |
| 2007 | $3,172 | $424,000 |
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Neighborhood: West Cambridge
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- 8/10Maria L. Baldwin SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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