85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2

Cambridge, MA 02140

$812,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
2
1,090 Sq. Ft.
$745 / Sq. Ft.
1,090
Sq. Ft.
$745
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Tucked away on a quiet side street, 85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2 is an impeccably maintained garden-level condominium blending modern comfort with classic charm in one of Cambridge's most desirable neighborhoods. The open-concept layout features gleaming hardwood floors, beautifully exposed brick, and large windows that bathe the home with natural light. Equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and wood cabinetry, the kitchen is ideal for both entertaining and relaxing evenings...Tucked away on a quiet side street, 85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2 is an impeccably maintained garden-level condominium blending modern comfort with classic charm in one of Cambridge's most desirable neighborhoods. The open-concept layout features gleaming hardwood floors, beautifully exposed brick, and large windows that bathe the home with natural light. Equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and wood cabinetry, the kitchen is ideal for both entertaining and relaxing evenings at home. The gracious primary bedroom includes a well-appointed ensuite bathroom, while a second bedroom and additional full bathroom offer flexibility and endless possibilities to personalize the space. Off-street parking, in-unit laundry, a well-kept common patio, and abundant storage complete the home. Just minutes from Porter Square, with its array of local shops, cafes, restaurants, and direct access to public transit, this condo offers the best of city living from a peaceful retreat.
  1. Listed by William Senne • Senne
  2. Listed by Jacob King • Senne
  3. Listed by Moises Morin-Martinez • Senne

Property Details for 85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2

Town
Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge
Style
Mid-Rise
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
1.00
Parking Spaces Total
1

Location

Listing Courtesy of Senne, William Senne; Senne, Jacob King; Senne, Moises Morin-Martinez

Sold By Keller Williams Realty, Treetop Group

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LISTING UPDATED: 02/22/2025 09:28 AM

Property Details for 85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2

StatusSold
MLS #73329802
Days on Market21
Taxes$4,664 / year
HOA Fees$377 / month
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeCondominium/Co-Op / Condo
Year Built1900
CountyMiddlesex County

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Building Information for 85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2

Building/Complex85 Richdale AveFloor0Stories1Residences9Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1900

Payment Calculator

$5,020 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,254

Property Taxes

$389

HOA Dues

$377

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Property Information for 85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2

General Details
Property Details
  • Association Amenities: Elevator(s)
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Withheld
  • Living Area: 1090.0
  • SqFt with Basement: Yes
  • Total Units: 9
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Actual
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement Features: N
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 2
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Tile, Engineered Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Interior Features: Internet Available - Unknown
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Primary Bath: No
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Brick, Conventional (2x4-2x6)
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Rubber
  • Structure Type: Mid-Rise
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Deeded, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air, Unit Control
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Unit Control
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Oven, for Electric Dryer, Washer Hookup
  • Water: Public
Property Information
Property Info
  • UFFI: No
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Documents Available: Rules & Regs, Master Plan, Management Association Bylaws, Floor Plans
  • Documents Count: 4
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 4565250
  • Assessments: $716,000
  • Book: 63649
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Zoning: BA-2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 1
Other Building Characteristics
  • Cooling Zones: 1
  • Heat Zones: 1
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Reserve Funds
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Professional - Off Site
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 2
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 0.0

Property History for 85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 21, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73329802

$812,000—
Feb 4, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73329802

—
Feb 4, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73329802

—
Jan 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73329802

$749,000—
May 22, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #416158139

$465,000

+13.2% / yr

May 22, 2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71655144

$465,000—
Apr 8, 2014

Contingent

MLS PIN #71655144

—
Apr 3, 2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71655144

$449,000—
Aug 24, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #337079539

$374,500

+0.5% / yr

Aug 24, 2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71365665

$374,500—
Jul 7, 2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71365665

—
Apr 11, 2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71365665

$429,000—
Jun 14, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #197822768

$362,500—
Jun 14, 2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70303989

$362,500—
May 17, 2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70303989

—
May 17, 2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70303989

—
Dec 12, 2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70303989

$399,000—
Nov 16, 2005

Expired

MLS PIN #70242575

$399,000—
Aug 16, 2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70242575

$409,000—
Aug 13, 2005

Expired

MLS PIN #70191584

$409,000—
May 13, 2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70191584

$459,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/21/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73329802

$812,000
02/04/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73329802

—
02/04/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73329802

—
01/28/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73329802

$749,000
05/22/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #416158139

$465,000

+13.2% / yr

05/22/2014

Sold

MLS PIN #71655144

$465,000
04/08/2014

Contingent

MLS PIN #71655144

—
04/03/2014

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71655144

$449,000
08/24/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #337079539

$374,500

+0.5% / yr

08/24/2012

Sold

MLS PIN #71365665

$374,500
07/07/2012

Contingent

MLS PIN #71365665

—
04/11/2012

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #71365665

$429,000
06/14/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #197822768

$362,500
06/14/2006

Sold

MLS PIN #70303989

$362,500
05/17/2006

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #70303989

—
05/17/2006

Contingent

MLS PIN #70303989

—
12/12/2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70303989

$399,000
11/16/2005

Expired

MLS PIN #70242575

$399,000
08/16/2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70242575

$409,000
08/13/2005

Expired

MLS PIN #70191584

$409,000
05/13/2005

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #70191584

$459,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$708,000Total-
Tax Record2024$4,191 ($349 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt993 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt993 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1900CountyMIDDLESEXAPNCAMB M:00201 L:0012100002

Schools near 85 Richdale Avenue, Unit 2

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Peabody School
PublicPK to 5

Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public6 to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Graham and Parks School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Senne, William Senne; Senne, Jacob King; Senne, Moises Morin-Martinez

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