4-6 Spruce Avenue, Unit 3

Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138

$700,000

Tucked away on a quiet side street in Strawberry Hill, you’ll find this stunning top floor two-bedroom condo with maple floors, soaring ceilings and loads of skylights. Fabulous open floor plan offers a versatile layout with ample space for cooking, dining and entertaining. The fully applianced kitchen features gorgeous granite countertops and white shaker-style cabinets, some with glass fronts. Both bedrooms have skylights and are washed with light. The smaller bedroom makes a great home office or pull down the Murphy bed and it becomes a guest bedroom. The main bathroom has a tub and shower combination, and a large linen closet, and there’s also a handy half bath. In unit laundry, central air controlled by a Nest thermostat, and 2 car parking in the driveway. A shared fenced-in back yard offers a perfect place for relaxing. Generous basement storage. Just a block from the new Minuteman bikeway and minutes to Fresh Pond Reservation, Alewife Brook Shopping Center, Star Market, Sofra, Starbucks, and a short distance to public transportation, and the lovely Huron Village.

Property Details

2 bedrooms

1.5 bathrooms

1,251 SF

Showing Information

We are holding controlled open houses: showings are by appointment only.

Please call Lisa J. Drapkin to arrange.


In an effort to follow COVID-19 protocols, please refer to the following showing instructions:

  • Please view the virtual tour and review all property information prior to scheduling a showing.

  • All visitors please wear masks and socially distance while in and on the property.

  • Visitors will be asked to use hand sanitizer or be given a fresh pair of gloves before entering the property.

  • Bathroom facilities may not be used.

  • All discussions about the property to take place outside so as to keep the interior visits as brief as possible.

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Additional Information:

Unit Details:

  • 4 Room | 2 Bed | 1.5 Bath

  • Living Area: 1,251 sq. ft

  • Year Built: 1899; Year Converted: 1999

  • Condo Fee: $199.25/month

 

Living Area:

  • Gleaming maple hardwood floors, cathedral ceilings with track lighting, and skylights.  Open plan living, dining and kitchen with a half bath, and a spacious coat closet.

  • The oversized kitchen was updated in 2018 and has white shaker-style cabinets that provide an abundance of storage. There are granite countertops and a double sink with a disposal. Appliance package includes Whirlpool refrigerator and dishwasher, and a Maytag gas slide-in stove and microwave.

 

Bedrooms & Baths:

  • There are two bedrooms—the primary bedroom is very spacious with plenty of closet space. The smaller one has a built in Murphy Bed and works well as a home office or guest room. Both rooms feature cathedral ceilings, skylights, and maple hardwood floors.

  • Primary bath has maple floors, a pedestal sink, a tiled tub/shower combination with a subway tile surround and a glass door. A separate linen closet offers plenty of space for toiletries.

  • The half bath is conveniently located off the hallway near the living area.

  • Laundry: Stackable LG front-loading washer and gas dryer are located in the hallway, and are included in the sale.

 

Parking: 2 spaces in tandem, in driveway to the left of the house.

 

Systems & Property: 

  • Laundry: LG front-loading washer and gas dryer.

  • Heat & AC: American Standard Freedom 90 gas-fired system is in the attic and is controlled by a Nest thermostat.

  • Hot water: 40-gallon gas-fired Rheem Water Heater has a Simplisafe sensor (2019).

  • Electrical: 60-amp circuit breaker panel.

  • Exterior: asbestos shingles, painted in 2018.

  • Roof: Asphalt shingle is older (2007).

  • Yard: grassy rear yard is fenced in, and the swing and Adirondack chairs are included.

  • Fire Suppression: system includes hard-wired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

  • Simplisafe burglar alarm and fire suppression system is included in the sale and there is a monthly fee of $15.

 

Association & Financial Information: 

  • 3-unit association, all owner occupied.

  • Self-managed.

  • The beneficial interest for this condo is 34.6%

  • Condo Fee: $199.25/month. This covers master insurance, water & sewer, landscaping, exterior maintenance, and Capital Reserves.

  • Current balance in condo account is $4269 (as of December 2020).

  • Taxes: $1,727.64 (FY21 with residential exemption discount of $2,607.03).

  • Pet friendly.

 

Capital Improvement Projects: Exterior was painted and basement was repointed in 2018.

 

Additional Information:

  • Utility Costs: Average electricity bill is $98/month. Average gas bill is $61/month (Eversource).

  • Leases must be for a minimum of 6 months.

  • The TV bracket in living area will stay. The 55” Samsung HD TV is available for purchase for $300.

  • Closing Date: the Seller can close on or after December 28th.

Listing Agent: Lisa J. Drapkin, Managing Director, 617.930.1288