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What Does a Two-Bedroom Cambridge Condo In A House Cost?
Many Cambridge condos are in converted two- or three-family houses
Are you hoping to buy a condo in the Cambridge area? Wondering what you get for your money? Here’s a look at what you can expect to spend for a two-bedroom Cambridge condo in a converted two or three-unit house.
Last week we looked at Cambridge condo sales prices in larger buildings. Today we’ll look at sales of condominiums in converted multi-unit houses. Many Cambridge condos can be found in converted two-family houses or triple deckers.
What Does a Two-Bedroom Cambridge Condo In a House Cost?
In 2011 127 two-bedroom condominiums in two- or three-unit associations sold in Cambridge for prices ranging from $180,000 to $1,300,000.
The two-bedroom condo that sold for $180,000 was a foreclosure. It was the third-floor unit of a triple-decker in the Riverside neighborhood.
For $1,300,000 the most expensive condo was anything but typical. It was a one-of-a-kind,dramatic, architect-designed addition to an older Avon Hill house. It measured over 2,500 sq.ft. with two bedrooms, 3.5 baths and one parking space.
But what’s the average two-bedroom Cambridge condo in a house cost? For this let’s look at the median sales price in 2011.
The median sales price in 2011 for a two-bedroom condo in a two- or three-unit building was $420,000.
For $420,000 you got an 1100 sq.ft. two-bedroom, one-bath condo on the second floor of a triple-decker midway between Harvard and Central Squares. The condo had a back porch and did not have air conditioning. The laundry was in the basement and there was one tandem parking space. The house was built in 1920. Most two and three-unit houses in Cambridge were built in the late 1800s or early 1900s.
Prices for two-bedroom condos will vary by neighborhood, by level of renovation, by what amenities are included such as parking or in-unit laundry, etc.
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How Much Does a Two-Bedroom Cambridge Condo In a Building Cost?
Have you wondered how much a two-bedroom Cambridge condo costs?
If you’re thinking of buying real estate in Cambridge you’ll want to get an idea of what you get for the money. You’ll also want to think about housing styles – condo or house; condo in a house or condo in a building; townhouse or flat, etc.
Cambridge and surrounding towns have many condos in converted two- or three-family houses – the “2/3 family“ style in the MLS that often mystifies buyers. Many condo buyers like this style – the condos are often charming, you may get a yard or shared outdoor space, and you’ll get to know your neighbors well.
Ofter Cambridge condo buyers prefer to look for condos in buildings. Sometimes it’s because of the amenities – an elevator, garage parking, or exercise facilities for example. Others prefer a larger building because there’s a management company and sometimes even building staff. Condo buildings in Cambridge span the decades – from charming turn-of-the-century buildings to modern high-rises.
Today we’ll look at Cambridge condos in buildings with ten or more units.
How Much Does a Two-Bedroom Cambridge Condo In a Building Cost?
In 2011, 144 two-bedroom condos sold in Cambridge in complexes with ten or more units. Sale prices ranged from $205,000 to $3,150,000.
At the low end of the price range, $205,000 bought a 683 sq.ft. two-bedroom condo in a 1965 brick building near the Alewife T. It’s the sort of building commonly built in the 1960s and 1970s – a brick box with a dozen units in what I think of as a split-level configuration. When you walk in the front door there are half a dozen stairs going up to the second floor and half a flight down to the first floor. The condo that sold for $205,000 was on the first level, partially below grade, and came with one parking space.
At the other end of the spectrum, for $3M+ you could have bought an expansive 2700 sq.ft. two-bedroom condo with 2.5 baths in a luxury condo building in Harvard Square. The condo. part of the Residences at Charles Square, had private gardens, two garage spaces, and acess to the amenities of the adjacent Charles Hotel, including the pool and room service.
But what’s the average Cambridge two-bedroom condo cost? For that, we’ll look at the median price in 2011. The median price for a two-bedroom Cambridge condo in a building with 10+ units was $$452,500 in 2011. Here are some examples of two-bedroom units that sold at that price point:
Two-bedroom condo at 205 Richdale Ave
A two-bedroom condo with 1.5 baths and one garage space sold at 205 Richdale Ave in Cambridge near Porter Square for $450,000. The condo, a two-level walk-up, was on the 3rd and 4th floors. The 40-unit complex was built in the late 1980s. The kitchen had its original white cabinets and counters with a new range and microwave. There was a deck off the dining area and central air conditioning in this 1290 sq.ft. condo.
Kitchen in a two-bedroom Cambridge condo
At 369 Franklin Street, near Central Square in Cambridge, a two-bedroom, two-bath condo sold for $450,000. The 18-unit building was constructed in 2003 and has an elevator, small exercise room, and garage parking. The 884 sq.ft. condo had central air conditioning, in-unit washer/dryer, and stainless steel appliances and granite counters in the kitchen.
Two bedroom Cambridge condos on Newport Road
A two-bedroom condo with one bath sold on Newport Road in Cambridge for $455,000. The Newport Road Condos in Porter Square were built in the early 1900s. This unit was a third floor walk-up and had rental parking and in-unit laundry. Like the other condos in this complex, the 1142. sq.ft. condo was very charming with a fireplace, high ceilings, hardwood floors, and good closets for a building of this period. The kitchen had been redone at some point with modern cabinetry and counters.
You can see all available 2+ bedroom Cambridge condos for sale by clicking the link below. If you see something you like or have questions about buying real estate in Cambridge or nearby – give me a call at 617-504-1737 or contact me by email.
Liz Bolton, Coldwell Banker, Cambridge
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Cambridge Condo – New to the Market
This two-bedroom North Cambridge condo has a wonderful feel- it’s warm, bright and inviting. It’s on the top floor of a well maintained triple decker on a small side street not far from Mass Ave and the bike path. It’s an easy walk to Davis Square and to the shops and restaurants on Mass Ave.
8 George Street Cambridge Living Room
The light-filled condo has two skylights, high ceilings, wood floors, in-unit laundry and a back deck that has lovely views of trees and neighboring gardens. The eat-in kitchen has lots of counter space and cabinets, a gas stove and a dishwasher. You can display your favorite dishes in the built-in cabinet in the adjacent dining room.
The dining room has been opened to the eat-in kitchen
There’s extra storage in the basement, common space outside, and yes – a deeded parking space.
8 George Street, Cambridge MA is new to the market and listed for $379,000. Email or call Liz Bolton of Coldwell Banker at 617-504-1737 to schedule a visit or for more information.
New Somerville and Cambridge Real Estate Listings
33 Willard St Overlooks the Cambridge Skating Club
After a couple of weeks with few or no new listings, our first tour after Thanksgiving was a good one. We saw half a dozen new listings in Somerville and Cambridge today. Nice weather, new listings – it was a great day!
Cambridge and Somerville condo buyers have several new places to choose from if their price range is between $500,000 and $1,000,000.
33 Willard Street in Cambridge is a super location between Brattle Street and Mount Auburn, close to Harvard Square. This two-level condo looks over the ice skating (or summer tennis!) at the Cambridge Skating Club. There are Charles River views from several rooms. This three-bedroom condo is new to the market at $995,000.
345 Harvard Street #2 in Cambridge has just come on the market at $749,000. It’s a sleek modern renovation in an elevator building in mid-Cambridge. There are three bedrooms and two baths.
140 Hudson Street in Somerville also has an elevator. Spacious and super bright and sunny, this two-bedroom condo with study is listed for $509,900
There are also several multi-family houses new to the market in Cambridge:
We saw a two-family fixer-upper on Homer Ave in Cambridge. The townhouse-style units have some nice original details. There’s work to be done but the house is priced at just $449,000.
5 Warwick Park is a handsome three-decker in close to original condition. There are some very nice details – high ceilings, original woodwork and light fixtures and back porches on each floor. Warwick Park is tucked away off Pemberton Street close to Mass Ave. 5 Warwick is priced at $875,000.
45-47 Putnam Ave is close to Harvard Square and the Charles River. This triple-decker has had some very interesting architect-designed renovations and was a treat to see. It’s new to the market at $1,195,000.
44 Langdon St Cambridge MA 02138
44 Langdon St Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge condo buyers hoping to find a classic Cambridge condo close to Harvard Square will want to consider any available condos at 44 Langdon Street.
44 Langdon St in Cambridge MA is a lovely side street, tucked away off Mass Avenue, very close to Harvard Square and to Harvard Law School.
44 Langdon St Cambridge MA History
The 12-unit building was designed by architect Hamilton Harlow and built in 1915. Harlow designed a number of Cambridge buildings in this period including 7 Linnaean, 46 Shepard Street, 77-79 Martin Street and 11 Story Street. Harlow buildings are well loved by Cantabridgians who appreciate their classic charm, many windows, and ample storage spaces. The building was converted to condominiums in 1977.
44 Langdon Street Features
- One and two-bedroom condos
- 635 – 1272 sq. ft.
- Beamed ceilings
- Leaded glass windows
- Fireplaces
- Maple floors
- Storage and laundry in the basement
- Heat and hot water included in the condo fee
- Pet friendly
Condo Sales at 44 Langdon St Cambridge MA
There has not been a lot of turnover in the building. The most recent sales were for larger units – each was 1272 sq. ft. with two bedrooms and two baths. A 4th floor condo sold in 2007 for $530,000. A first floor unit sold in 2011 for $600,000.
If there are condos available at 44 Langdon they will appear below. Click on the small photograph for additional photos and more information.
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10 Chester St Cambridge MA Condos
10 Chester St Cambridge Condos
The condos at 10 Chester Street in Cambridge are in one of the handsomest Victorian buildings in town, the Chester Kingsley House. 10 Chester Street was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. It is a beautifully preserved Queen Anne Victorian with a corner turret and exterior ornamentation intact.
Today the building houses seven condominiums. Chester Street is a popular location – just off Mass Ave, not far from Porter Square, with the heart of Davis Square at the other end of the street.
History of 10 Chester Street Cambridge
10 Chester Street was built for Chester W. Kingsley in 1866. Kingsley was a self-made man whose successes came in banking and business. He paid his way through school by doing odd jobs, began his banking career as a messenger, and made his fortune in the wholesale provision business.
In an 1898 article in the New York Times about Kingsley’s charitable bequests, Chester Kingsley describes his attitude towards money with this: “I don’t smoke, because I have always felt that every cigar was burning up the price of a loaf of bread.” His successes and frugality enabled him to donate large sums to a variety of educational institutions.
Kingsley died on January 1, 1904. The house was converted to a nursing home in 1913 and an addition put on the back. In the 1960s it became an apartment building. In 1983 it was restored and converted to condominiums. Beautiful original details including ornamental moldings, paneling, fireplaces, a handsome paneled staircase and magnificent front door with stained glass windows have been preserved.
Details of 10 Chester Street Cambridge Condos
- 7 condominiums
- One bedrooms (870 – 1148 sq.ft.)
- Two bedrooms (1388 – 1709 sq.ft.)
- One and two-level condos
- Fireplaces in some units
- Large common yard with gardens, fountains and patios
- Parking
Condo Sales at 10 Chester Street
There hasn’t been a condo for sale at 10 Chester Street since 2009. In 2009 a 1,388 square foot two-bedroom condo on the first floor and lower level sold for $444,500.
If a condo is for sale at 10 Chester Street, Cambridge MA 02140 it will appear below. Click on the small photo for additonal photographs and more information.
The Chester Kingsley Condominiums are located at 10 Chester St Cambridge MA 02140.
113 Richdale Ave Cambridge MA – Richdale Place Condos
Richdale Place, a 20-unit condo building, was built at 113 Richdale Ave, Cambridge MA in 2007. At the corner of Richdale Avenue and Walden Street, the condos are close to Porter Square in Cambridge and not that far from Davis Square in Somerville.
113 Richdale Ave Cambridge MA - Richdale Place Condos
Richdale Place was built by Oaktree Development. The company has built a number of projects in Cambridge including Thomas Graves Landing, Bay Square at 950 Mass Ave, and 369 Franklin Street
113 Richdale Ave Cambridge MA Features
- Four stories, 20 units
- 1 – 3 bedroom condos, 813 – 1848 sq.ft.
- Many 2 bedroom / 2 bath condos, +/- 1200 sq.ft.
- Elevator building
- Central air conditioning
- Garage parking
- Expansive, landscaped roof deck and garden
- Common living room and kitchen
- Bedroom suite that reserved for guests for a fee
- Fitness room
- Hydro air heat
- In-unit laundry hookups
Recent Sales at Richdale Place
Two condos have resold at Richdale Place.
A top floor, 1286 sq.ft. two-bedroom, two-bath condo sold in 2010 for $630,000
A first floor, 1206 sq.ft. two-bedroom, two-bath condo sold in 2011 for $569,000
If condos are available at 113 Richdale Ave, Cambridge MA 02140 they will appear below. Click on the small photo for more information and additional photographs.
Richdale Place condos are located at 113 Richdale Ave, Cambridge MA 02140
Details Matter
A Lincrusta wallcovering pattern
It’s a slow time of the year for new real estate listings. Many sellers wait until after Labor Day to bring their properties on the market.
So it was a pleasant surprise to have some really super listings on our office tour this Wednesday.
One property was the star of the day for me. It’s a truly magnificent townhouse condo at 52 Wendell Street just listed for $1,665,000. One of two units in a large 1880 house in the Agassiz neighborhood, the condo is a splendid mix of original detail and fabulous updates. It’s very spacious – over 3,000 sq.ft. – and opens from the kitchen /family room to a very nice private backyard.
We see so many renovated places that all look alike that it’s hugely refreshing to see a place renovated with real style and attention to detail. At every turn, 52 Wendell offers finishes, fixtures and details that delight the most discriminating buyer – or agent!
I was really happy to see that the renovation included – in a kitchen with gorgeous, high end appliances and fixtures – real linoleum floors. Linoleum is a green choice – it’s made of materials that include linseed oil and crushed cork – and a comfortable one for a kitchen. It makes so much more sense than wood that won’t hold up or tile that’s hard on your feet and back. It was great to see it used in this setting.
Linoleum is still manufactured and can be obtained from companies that include Armstrong and Forbo. I’ve had the Forbo linoleum samples for years with the idea that I’ll install it in my next kitchen redo. My only wish is that they would bring back some of the wonderful, vintage colors. I visited a house in Melrose recently that had the most scrumptious minty green linoleum floor – still in perfect condition some 70 years after it was installed.
The other finish that caught my eye at 52 Wendell was the Lincrusta or Anaglypta wall covering that’s used in a half bath and a hallway. It’s another old-is-new-again touch I’ve meant to use in my home.
It’s the details that make a property stand out. Hurrah for a renovation with real style! Here’s more info about 52 Wendell Street and a link to a photo gallery. Believe me, it’s even better in person.
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