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Property Description

Situated on a 4,838 SF lot, this versatile building offers a mix of commercial and residential spaces, ideal for investors, owner-users, or businesses seeking a prime location. Most recently used as office space by Hackett Publishing, the property comprises 15 rooms, including 1 kitchen and 3 half-bathrooms, making it well-suited for professional use, live-work arrangements, or future residential conversion. Built in 1887, it showcases classic Cambridge architecture with modern updates, just steps from MIT, Harvard, public transit, and a variety of restaurants and shops. Each floor features ~10' ceiling heights, creating a spacious, airy atmosphere. Recent zoning reforms allow for increased density and building heights, offering strong redevelopment potential for expansion, adaptive reuse, or higher-density housing. Don't miss this rare chance to own a high-visibility, high-potential property in one of Greater Boston's most dynamic markets.

Overview

Property Status
Sold
Date Sold
July 2, 2025
Lot Size
4,838 Sq.Ft.
MLS ID
73346586
Property Type
Commercial
Year Built
1887

Features & Amenities

Total Area
4,524 Sq.Ft.
Neighborhood
Cambridge
Utilities
Public Water, Public Sewer, Natural Gas Available
Roof
Slate
Sales Price
$3,400,000
Real Estate Tax
$20,942/yr
Zoning
C-2B

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