Just around the corner from Porter Square, and so close to Harvard, finds this stunningly well maintained and updated yellow-brick grand masterpiece. This oversized and sunny second-floor home boasts many period details including a wood burning fireplace in the living room, and a large dining room with original stained glass window and built-ins. The light filled kitchen includes a breakfast bar, custom cherry cabinetry, quartz counters, gas stovetop, and glass-tiled backsplash. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. New windows in rear; front windows impeccably restored. Crisply clean tiled bathroom. 2 large bedrooms. Plenty of closet space, as well as secure, private basement storage. Professionally managed association, with ample reserves and high owner occupancy. Shared outdoor garden with gas grill. Letter of Full De-leading Compliance in hand. Walk score of 94, with quick access to MBTA Redline/Commuter Rail, shops, restaurants, and parks. Act Fast!
Classic cambridge residence between Harvard Sq. & Porter Sq. Easy walk to Harvard Law & the Agassiz neighborhood. Modern amenities compliment period detail. Fully renovated kitchen w/ breakfast bar has pass through to a formal dining room featuring stained glass window, built-in china cabinet, & crown moldings. Spacious living room w/ wood burning fire place & stately mantel. Black and white tile bath. Prof. managed bldg w/ manicured grounds, laundry, storage, & bike rm.
MLS PIN #70328597
Sep 1, 2006
Sold
$379,775
$333/sq ft
Aug 2, 2006
Listing Removed
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Feb 8, 2006
Listed
$409,000
$358/sq ft
Two BR condo in a well-managed assoc in a classic brick bldg in Porter Sq with restaurants, shops & T nearby.High ceilings & hardwood floors. LR w/fireplace,DR w/china cabinet & stained glass window. Kithen w/gas stove, refrigerator, dishwasher,ample cabinets & counter space. Classic black/white tile bath,new sink & toilet. One BR presently used as a study. Good closets. Storage &laundry in basement. Interior halls recently restored. Great light. Well attended gardens in front. PETS ALLOWED
Public Records
Nov 1, 1994
Sold
$99,300
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 27, 1991
Sold
$89,600
$78/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 18, 1991
Sold
$64,320
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,200 (+9.3%)
$976,400
2024
$5,674 (+4.7%)
$958,500
2023
$5,417 (+0.4%)
$924,400
2022
$5,395 (+2.2%)
$911,400
2021
$5,281 (+5.2%)
$902,700
2020
$5,020 (+4.4%)
$873,100
2019
$4,807 (+3.0%)
$809,200
2018
$4,665 (+4.4%)
$741,700
2017
$4,468 (+3.6%)
$688,500
2016
$4,314 (+1.1%)
$617,100
2015
$4,267 (+1.7%)
$545,600
2014
$4,197 (+1.2%)
$500,800
2013
$4,148 (+18.5%)
$479,000
2012
$3,501 (+3.9%)
$412,800
2011
$3,368
$412,800
2010
$3,368 (+7.9%)
$412,800
2009
$3,121
$412,800
Tax history for 2 Newport Rd #3
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,200 (+9.3%)
$976,400
2024
$5,674 (+4.7%)
$958,500
2023
$5,417 (+0.4%)
$924,400
2022
$5,395 (+2.2%)
$911,400
2021
$5,281 (+5.2%)
$902,700
2020
$5,020 (+4.4%)
$873,100
2019
$4,807 (+3.0%)
$809,200
2018
$4,665 (+4.4%)
$741,700
2017
$4,468 (+3.6%)
$688,500
2016
$4,314 (+1.1%)
$617,100
2015
$4,267 (+1.7%)
$545,600
2014
$4,197 (+1.2%)
$500,800
2013
$4,148 (+18.5%)
$479,000
2012
$3,501 (+3.9%)
$412,800
2011
$3,368
$412,800
2010
$3,368 (+7.9%)
$412,800
2009
$3,121
$412,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.