
234 Concord Avenue, Unit 1
Cambridge, MA
$1,125,000
Impressive high ceilings, original fir floors, a private rear deck and garage parking, are just a few of the features of this Observatory Hill condo that boasts classic details and modern amenities! You will delight in the spacious living room with a bay window, and then there’s the pocket doors that open to the dining room which has an original china cabinet, a bay window, and a stylish chandelier. The brand new kitchen features white shaker-style cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a peninsula island that offers seating for four. Three ample-sized bedrooms, and a full bath and a second ¾ bath, round out the rooms. Laundry and dedicated storage space in the basement, and driveway parking in addition to the garage spot. Bus lines 74, 75, and 78 stop a short block away, and less than a mile to the red line MBTA! Just minutes to Hi-Rise Bread Company, Formaggio’s, Huron Village, Porter and Harvard Squares, and loads of restaurant and entertainment options.
Property Details
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1,419 SF
Showing Information
Please join us for our Open House:
Thursday, May 30th
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Saturday, June 1st
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Sunday, June 2nd
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
If you need to schedule an appointment at a different time, please call/text Lisa Drapkin (617-930-1288) or Mona Chen (781-915-7267) and they can arrange an alternative showing time.
Additional Information
Living Area: 1,419 Interior Square Feet
6 Rooms, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
Year Built: 1906, Converted: 1989
Condo Fee: $289/month
Interior:
Enter this lovely condo through a private front door and you will land in the hallway which has charming original pull chain fixtures, a cedar lined closet, and a linen closet.
Bay windowed living room connects with the sun-filled dining room through a large opening with pocket doors. Beautiful light fixtures illuminate these welcoming rooms at night.
Enjoy a meal with friends and family in the lovely dining area, accented by a large bay window, a modern chandelier, and a classic china cabinet with glass doors.
Cooks will delight in this brand NEW kitchen, featuring plentiful white shaker-style cabinets with brushed nickel hardware, granite countertops, and 2 new pendants over the peninsula. Stainless steel appliances include a Kenmore refrigerator, and an LG induction range (2024), dishwasher (2024), a combination microwave/convection oven (2024), and a stainless-steel sink with a pull down faucet and disposal.
A modern ¾ bath is perfectly tucked away in the rear, and has a walk-in shower with glass door, a white beadboard vanity with a vessel sink, and a dual flush Toto toilet.
Moving across the hall to the living quarters, there are three bedrooms, all with new modern ceiling lights, southern yellow pine floors, and ample closet space. The back bedroom even has a greenhouse window!
The 2nd bath is located between the bedrooms, with a tiled tub and shower combo, retro black and white tile detail, a medicine cabinet, single vanity, and a new vanity light.
Systems & Basement:
Heating & Cooling: American Standard gas-fired forced hot air furnace (2004) with Lux Pro programmable thermostat.
Hot water: Bradford White 50 gallon electric heat pump water heater (2024).
Electrical: 100 amps through circuit breakers.
Laundry: Side-by-side Whirlpool washer and Kenmore electric dryer are located in the basement.
Storage: large private area in basement (415 sf) and a lockable cedar lined closet.
Exterior & Property:
Parking: Garage on the left is for the exclusive use of this condo and up to two more cars can be parked in tandem.
Windows: Original single pane with storms and screens.
Roof: Rubber roof, less than 20 years old.
Outside space: Exclusive-use rear deck and common yard.
Association & Financial Information:
3-unit association, 2 are owner-occupied.
The beneficial interest for this unit is 34%.
Condo Fee: $289/month, This fee covers Master Insurance, Water & Sewer, Common Electric, and Capital Reserve.
Account: The association currently has approximately $10,000 in the condo account.
Taxes: $2,978.68, FY24 with Residential Exemption.
Pets: Pet friendly.
Rentals: Yes. No more than 3 unrelated people can occupy a condo in this building.
Additional Information:
Utilities: Average monthly cost of gas: $105, and average monthly cost of electricity: $140, per EverSource.
Note: There are solar panels on the roof which belong to unit #3.