See Home Value
$2,810,000
House - Off Market

72 Sparks Street

Cambridge, MA 02138
bedrooms
6 Beds
bathrooms
4 Baths, 1 Half Bath
$5,647,991
RealtyHop Estimate
82.19%
Since Oct 1, 2006
MA-Boston
Primary Model

About This Property

Imposing Mansard mansion sited majestically on lovely landscaped grounds with in-ground pool and magnificent ancient trees.  Many original features including five fireplaces, crown moldings, twelve-foot ceilings, and octagonal shaped rooms.  This exceptional property has not been available since the 1970's and offers fabulous potential.
Unit Size
-
Days on Market
122 days
Land Size
0.36 acres
Price per sqft
-
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,712
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1873
Last updated: 2 years ago (MLSPIN #70396046)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 29, 2006 Sold $2,810,000
Sold
May 30, 2006 Listed by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty $3,100,000
Listed by Gibson Sotheby's International Realty

Property Highlights

Parking Available
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1873
  • Effective Year Built: 1873
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 13
  • Bedroom Count: 6
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: Excellent
  • Construction Type: Stone
  • Building Style: Victorian
  • Exterior Walls Type: Wood siding
  • Roof Shape Type: Mansard
  • Roof Cover Type: Slate
  • Floor Count: 3
  • Living Units: 1
  • Basement Type: Unfinished basement
  • Basement Area: 1,552
  • Garage Type: Covered
  • Parking Space Count: 4
  • Pool Type: Pool

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 15,984
  • Total Building Area: 5,073
  • Gross Building Area: 6,949
  • Building Area: 5,073
  • Building Area Measurement: Living Area

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Heating: Gas
  • Heated Square Feet: 5,073
  • Heating Fuel Type: Gas

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: unknown
  • Water Service: unknown

Building

  • Property Class: Residential
  • Land Acres: 0.367
  • Standard Land Use Code: Single family residential

Ownership

  • Current Owner : SUK JEANNIE
  • Current Owner 2: FELDMAN NOAH
  • Previous Owner : GAMBLE RICHARD B
  • Is Owner Occupied: Owner-occupied property
  • Ownership Rights Codes: Trustee/Conservator
  • Current Owner Is a Corporation Indicator: Yes

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Cambridge School District
  • Census Tract: 354200

Zoning

  • Zoning: A-1

Geography

  • Parcel: CAMB M:00226 L:00061
  • Lot: 61
  • Municipality: CAMBRIDGE
  • Latitude: 42.38
  • Longitude: -71.1313

    Address

  • Full Address: 72 Sparks St
  • Address - House Number: 72
  • Address - Street Name: Sparks
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: MA
  • City Name: Cambridge
  • Carrier Code: C055
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2238
  • Zip Code: 02138

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Amount: $41,955

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2405
  • Valuation Date: Dec 13, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 51
  • Final Value: 3,901,286
  • High Value: 4,839,851
  • Low Value: 2,962,720

    Open Liens

  • Total Open Liens: 4
  • Total Open Liens Amount: $3,470,500
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Lender: NE MOVES MORTGAGE CO
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Sep 29, 2006
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $1,235,000
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Position: 1
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Type: Purchase Money Mortgage
  • First Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Sep 29, 2036
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Lender: PRESIDENT & FEL COLLEGE
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Sep 29, 2006
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $40,000
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Position: 2
  • Second Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Sep 29, 2036
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Lender: NE MOVES MORTGAGE CO
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: Oct 30, 2012
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $1,138,900
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Position: 3
  • Third Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: Oct 01, 2042
  • Fourth Open Lien Mortgage Lender: STIFEL BANK & TRUST
  • Fourth Open Lien Mortgage Recording Date: May 10, 2016
  • Fourth Open Lien Mortgage Loan Amount: $1,056,600
  • Fourth Open Lien Mortgage Term: 360
  • Fourth Open Lien Mortgage Position: 4
  • Fourth Open Lien Mortgage Loan Type: Purchase Money Mortgage
  • Fourth Open Lien Mortgage Loan Due Date: May 01, 2046

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2024
  • Assessed Total Value: $7,087,000
  • Assessed Land Value: $3,322,500
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $3,764,500

    Sales

  • Current Sale Recording Date: Sep 29, 2006
  • Current Sale Transaction ID: 1100056534
  • Current Sale Price: $2,810,000
  • Current Sale Document Type: Deed
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 00187435

    Last Sale Mortgage

  • First Mortgage Lender: NE MOVES MORTGAGE CO
  • First Mortgage Transaction Date: Sep 29, 2006
  • First Mortgage Loan Amount: $1,235,000
  • First Mortgage Terms: 360
  • First Mortgage Loan Type: Purchase Money Mortgage



Comparables

Unit
Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes
House
5 Beds
4 Baths
-
$3,385,000 Mar 3, 1999
$3,385,000 Dec 20, 1999
$1,407/mo
House
5 Beds
6 Baths
-
$5,000,000 Apr 25, 2013
$5,000,000 May 28, 2013
$1,888/mo
House
5 Beds
5 Baths
-
$2,665,000 Oct 27, 2023
-
$1,699/mo
Condo
5 Beds
5 Baths
-
$2,665,000 Sep 20, 2023
-
$1,627/mo
House
4 Beds
5 Baths
-
$2,950,000 Sep 6, 2023
-
$1,263/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 72 Sparks Street built and last sold?
The property at 72 Sparks Street was built in 1873 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $2,810,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 72 Sparks Street is $3,131,000.
What are some comparable homes to 72 Sparks Street?
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