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Retail Space in Porter Square Center
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1-59 White St, Cambridge, MA 02140

Join a transit-adjacent shopping center with a facade revitalization project and new murals underway.

Property Size2,538 SF
Days on Market204

Property Features for 1-59 White St

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 2,538 SF
Property subtype RETAIL

Additional Details

Traffic Count 17,000 vehicles/day
Listing Agency: Wilder Co. - Corporate
Listed By: Deb Di Meo
Source: Moodyscre
Added: Jan 7 Changed: Jul 25 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 2:30PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Porter Square Shopping Center offers retail space within a familiar, community-oriented retail destination in Cambridge. A Facade Revitalization project is currently underway, including the introduction of new murals aimed at refreshing the center’s appearance. Seasonal events and pop-ups are also part of the center’s on-site programming.

The center is located at the crossroads of Massachusetts Avenue and Somerville Avenue, with the Porter Square MBTA station just steps away. Public remarks indicate more than 17,000 cars passing by each day and over 2.8 million visits annually.

The surrounding area is described as highly educated and engaged, with 71% of residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher within three miles, and average household income close to $125,000. More than 663,000 people are reported to live within a 15-minute drive.

Key Highlights

  • Porter Square Shopping Center is at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Somerville Avenue in Cambridge
  • Porter Square MBTA station is just steps away
  • Traffic count of over 17,000 cars passing by each day

Property Analytics

Current Use

Shopping centers

Suggested Use

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Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Lease Details

17,000 VPD
Traffic count
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,098
Businesses Nearby
109k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 37% Dining 30% Home Improvements & Furnishings 23% Apparel 8%
Tags Hardware Home Improvements & Furnishings
25,601 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Speedway Shops & Services
12,804 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Cumberland Farms Shops & Services
11,484 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Panera Bread Dining
9,861 visits/mo 0.0 miles
Dunkin' Donuts Dining
9,252 visits/mo 0.0 miles

Demographics for 02140, MA

21,447
Population
11,117
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
79%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
1.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
17,873
Density / Sq Mi
$136,382
Median Household Income
$77,506
Median Earnings
$2,581
Median Rent
$1,070,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region

6% 2019
7.1% 2020
6.5% 2021
6% 2022
5.7% 2023
5.6% 2024
6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Shopping center - Join a transit-adjacent shopping center with a facade revitalization project and new murals underway.
Where is this shopping center located?
The property is located at 1-59 White St Cambridge, MA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Porter Square Shopping Center is at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Somerville Avenue in Cambridge; Porter Square MBTA station is just steps away; Traffic count of over 17,000 cars passing by each day
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