177 Charles Street, Unit 1
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02141
$748,000
Gorgeous East Cambridge 2-bed with a renovated kitchen and dedicated yard. Just minutes to the new Cambridge Crossing and Kendall Sq, sits a beautiful first floor condo that perfectly balances period detailing with modern finishes including hardwood floors, original trim, high ceilings, and plenty of natural light. Enter through a private entrance into a spacious open-concept living and kitchen layout that is perfect for entertaining. The recently-updated kitchen boasts stylish blue cabinetry, leathered quartz countertop, stainless appliances, a pantry, a custom wood island and direct access to the back yard which abuts a park. The spacious primary features double-closets and space for a desk. The full bath has stylish tile flooring, a pedestal sink, and a tile-surround shower. Central air, private laundry and storage in the basement, and exclusive use of half of the yard. Close to two T-stops, the Charles River, and all the shops and restaurants that East Cambridge has to offer.
Property Details
2 Bedrooms
1 Bath
888 SF
Showing Information
Please join us for our Open Houses below:
If you need to schedule an appointment at a different time, please call Mona Chen (781.915.7267) and she can arrange an alternative showing time.
Thursday, June 9th
11:30 AM-1:00 PM
Friday, June 10th
4:30 PM-6:00 PM
Saturday, June 11th
11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Sunday, June 12th
11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Additional Information
Property Details:
Living Area: 888 interior sq ft (Public Record)
4 Rooms, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath
Year Built & Converted: 1886/2015
Condo Fee: $183.65/month
Interior Details:
The unit opens through a private entrance into a spacious entry foyer with space for a coat rack.
The hallway has hardwood flooring, high ceilings, wainscotting, and is painted a stylish gray. There is a very spacious hallway closet.
The primary bedroom features a bay window, with a total of 4 windows, which allows for plenty of natural light, double closets with additional storage above, and space for a desk.
The second bedroom has 2 closets with additional storage above and 2 windows.
The open-concept living kitchen layout is ideal for entertaining.
The living room boasts a beautiful exposed wood beam, a decorative mantel, and a ceiling fan. A window that faces the backyard allows for natural light.
The recently renovated kitchen offers stylish blue cabinetry, leathered quartzite counters, stainless appliances, a tile backsplash, open shelving, a custom wood table/island, a range hood, and a pantry closet. Appliances include a gas Whirlpool range (2015), a GE Profile dishwasher (2021), a Samsung Fridge (2015), a stainless hood vent, a garbage disposal, and an instant-hot water tap.
Off of the kitchen is direct access to the backyard. This unit has exclusive use of the left-hand half of the yard. There is also plenty of space for an outdoor dining room set, some outdoor lounging chairs, and raised garden beds.
The efficient full bathroom has a tile-surround tub/shower (2022), a pedestal sink, a dual-flush toilet, floating shelving, and contemporary ceramic tile flooring.
This unit has direct access to the basement through a door in the living room.
Exterior and Property:
The front entry above the front steps on the left side and the left half of the backyard is for the exclusive use of Unit #1.
The siding is vinyl (age unknown).
The Roof is Rubber (age unknown).
Common/shared shed in the backyard.
Parking - Street parking with city permit.
Basement & Systems:
Lockable, exclusive-use storage room in the basement.
The washing machine (2015) and electric dryer are included in the sale.
Heat and central air are supplied by a Gas-fueled furnace and controlled by a Nest thermostat (2019)
AO Smith gas-fired hot water tank (2017).
100-amp circuit breaker electrical panel.
All new insulated doors and windows in 2016.
Exterior access to the basement is available through a bulkhead.
Association and Financial information:
175-177 Charles St is a 3-unit association that is self-managed by trustees.
3/3 are owner-occupied (100%).
Condo fee: $183.65. Fee includes: Master insurance, water, sewer, capital reserve. Roughly $4,800 in reserves.
Taxes: $1,284.34 (FY22 with residential exemption).
Pets: Are allowed with restrictions (60lb weight limit).
Rentals: 6-month lease minimum.