
229 Elm Street, Unit 2
Cambridge, MA
Unit 2
$975,000
This gorgeous gut renovated condo offers a 2-story living style that keeps a perfect balance of entertaining and relaxation. Well thought-out design utilizes every inch for optimal enjoyment. Set back from the street, the first level boasts hardwood floors, high ceilings, and direct access to over 200 sf of private basement space. The dazzling kitchen with gorgeous two-tone cabinets, high end stainless steel appliances, and quartz countertops featuring a waterfall island that seats 3. A walk-in pantry and a crisp powder room complete this floor. Two ample sized bedrooms with large windows, two beautifully designed bathrooms, and the laundry closet rounds out the 2nd floor. The walk-thru closet to the ensuite primary bath is not the only thing to love - central air, driveway parking, and a fenced-in shared yard are just a few. Nestled in Inman square close to the new Green line at Union Square and the Red line at Central Square. Easy access to all the shops, restaurants, MIT/Harvard campuses and just 3 blocks from Donnelly Field!
Property Details
2 Bedrooms
2.5 Baths
1,282 SF
249 SF BSMT
Unit 2: Additional Information
Interior
Enter this lovely condo from the private entrance on the right side of the building. Greeted by the welcoming dining area with the designer kitchen and living room in the background. The home features hardwood floors, almost 9ft ceilings, and large windows throughout.
The well-proportioned living room offers ample space for lounging. It connects gracefully to the dining room and the kitchen. Two large windows offer ample light, and the room is finished with a hookup for a wall mounted TV.
Host and entertain in this designer kitchen, with two elegant pendant lights over the quartz waterfall island that seats 3 people comfortably. It features quartz countertops, extra tall white and gray cabinets, brand new stainless steel appliances including a Bosch French Door refrigerator, 5-burner gas range, dishwasher with hidden controls, and a Sharp microwave. The stainless-steel sink has a sleek Kraus pull down faucet and a garbage disposal. A complimentary large walk-in pantry completes this functional and stylish kitchen.
The large primary bedroom suite has two windows, a flush mount ceiling light, and a large walk-through closet that leads to the primary bath. The ensuite bathroom has a beautiful tiled walk-in shower, blue and gray toned patterned tile flooring, a gray vanity with a stone countertop, and a Kohler toilet.
The 2nd full bath features charcoal tiled floors, a vanity, mirror, and sleek vanity lights. The combination tub/shower has a ceramic tile surround.
The closet in the hallway has hook-ups for a stackable washing machine and electric dryer.
Off of the living room on the 1st floor is a staircase that leads to a private 210 sf basement area that has finished walls and a tile floor. This multi-function room could be used as a home office, workout space or storage. It can also be accessed from the driveway.
Systems & Basement:
HVAC: Forced hot air and cooling are provided by a gas-fired Concord system (2022) and controlled by a Honeywell programmable thermostat.
Hot water: Gas-fired Navien on-demand system (2022).
Electrical: 100 amps through circuit breakers.
Laundry: In unit laundry hookup in the closet in the 2nd floor hallway.
Storage: A 210 sf private room in the lower level, plus a 45 sq ft lockable storage room are designated for this condo.
Exterior and Property:
The fenced-in yard at the end of the driveway is shared by the association.
This condo has 1 space in the driveway.
Exterior: Hardie board (2022).
Windows: Alside energy-efficient insulated sashes.
Roof: Rubber (2022).
Fire suppression system with sprinklers is monitored by Tristar Fire Protection.
Parking: 1 spot in driveway.
Association & Financial Information:
3-unit association.
This is a new condo association and the beneficial interest for this unit is 31%. This is subject to change.
Condo Fee: $245/month. This includes master insurance, water and sewer, common electricity, landscaping, and capital reserve.
Taxes: The property is currently being assessed as a 3-family by the City of Cambridge. Taxes for the entire building are $7,350.79 and this unit will pay 31% of the semi-annual tax bill until the condos are assessed individually, which is likely in 2023.
Rentals are permitted with a minimum of 6 months.
Pets are allowed.
Additional Information:
This is a new condo conversion and the condo documents and budget will be provided with the purchase & sales agreement, or earlier, if available.
Listing Agents:
Lisa J. Drapkin, Managing Director, 617.930.1288
Mona Chen, Realtor, 781.915.7267
Showing Information
If you need to schedule an appointment at a different time, please call/text Mona Chen (781.915.7267) or Lisa Drapkin at (617.930.1288) and they can arrange an alternative showing time.