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Cambridge Multifamily Building For Sale
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$26,000,000
Pending

1010 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138

53-unit apartment building in Harvard Square with development potential.

Property Size41,366 SF
Days on Market165

Property Features for 1010 Massachusetts Avenue

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 41,366 SF
Total Parking Spaces 27
Property subtype Residential Income
Zoning BB-1

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $137,290

Amenities

477
6
1
Under Agreement
CN254297,CN207284
No
Public Records
Approximate
4056955
41366
7
Square Feet
54
Public Sewer
Other
Public
0.63
27
Acres
Concrete Perimeter, Brick/Mortar, Granite
27253
53

Building Details

Year Built 1900
Stories 6
Listed By: Peter Lane
Source: Peterlanehomes.idxbroker
Added: Apr 24 Changed: Sep 20 Last Checked: Oct 4 at 6:18AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Peter Lane

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The Cantabrigia Building, located at 1010 Massachusetts Avenue in the Harvard Square neighborhood of Cambridge, features 53 apartment units. The property includes an eight-story building with elevator service and a 27-space surface parking lot, offering significant as-of-right development potential. Constructed in the early 1900s, the building has been well-maintained, with the current owner investing in numerous upgrades. These include building systems and window upgrades, elevator modernization, roof replacement, and enhancements to common areas and the entryway. The apartments feature a mix of original, partially-renovated, and fully-renovated units, with varying finish levels. This offers potential for rent increases and strategic unit renovations. The location is considered very bikeable with a bike score of 89, a walker's paradise with a walk score of 97, and has excellent transit with a transit score of 85.

Key Highlights

  • Prime Harvard Square location with a Walk Score of 97, making it a Walker's Paradise.
  • Elevatored building featuring 53 apartment units and a 27‑space surface parking lot.
  • Substantial as‑of‑right development potential.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$969,751
Cap Rate
3.73%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$19,395,020 $19.4M
Cap Rate 7%
$13,853,586 $13.9M
Cap Rate 9%
$10,775,011 $10.8M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 41,366 SF
Gross rent
$1.84M $44.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$73.5K −$1.78/SF
EGI
$1.76M $42.62/SF
− OpEx
−$793.4K −$19.18/SF
NOI
$969.8K $23.44/SF
Area
Cambridge, MA
Vacancy
4.00%
Lease Rate
$44.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$19,395,020
Cap Rate 7%
$13,853,586
Cap Rate 9%
$10,775,011

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$13.85M
$12.12M – $16.16M (±1% cap)
NOI $969,751 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.73%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$31.89M
$27.90M – $37.21M (±1% cap)
NOI $2,232,382 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.59%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Virebo Department Store The Cantabrigia Apartment Building

Suggested Use

Top Pick Nail Salon Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Hair Salon (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store HVAC Service

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

5,602
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 02138, MA

37,982
Population
16,132
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
30
Median Age
86%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
2.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
14,067
Density / Sq Mi
$122,040
Median Household Income
$46,436
Median Earnings
$2,799
Median Rent
$1,088,700
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - 53-unit apartment building in Harvard Square with development potential.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 1010 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $26,000,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime Harvard Square location with a Walk Score of 97, making it a Walker's Paradise.; Elevatored building featuring 53 apartment units and a 27‑space surface parking lot.; Substantial as‑of‑right development potential.
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