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Industrial Flex Building For Sale
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$9,000,000

40 Lake Street, Somerville, MA 02143

24,657 SF industrial flex building in Somerville, Massachusetts.

Property Size24,657 SF
Price / SF$365.01
Days on Market528

Property Features for 40 Lake Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 24,657 SF

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $9

Building Details

Year Built 1912
Listing Agency: Boston Realty Advisors
Listed By: Daniel Alper
Source: Corcoran
Added: May 5, 2025 Changed: Mar 16 Last Checked: Mar 16 at 9:09AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The property at 40 Lake Street presents an opportunity for investors and business owners to acquire an industrial flex building. The building has a total area of approximately 24,657 square feet and is located on a 0.69-acre parcel. Formerly a manufacturing facility, the property includes two drive-in garage doors, four loading areas, and parking space for 15 or more vehicles. The property is zoned FAB, which allows for a variety of flex uses. The property is being sold vacant, offering immediate occupancy.

Key Highlights

  • Strategic location between Union Square and Harvard Square.
  • +/-24,657 square foot industrial flex building on a .69‑acre parcel.
  • FAB zoning permits a diverse range of flex uses.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$262,275
Cap Rate
2.91%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$5,245,500 $5.2M
Cap Rate 7%
$3,746,786 $3.7M
Cap Rate 9%
$2,914,167 $2.9M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 24,657 SF
Gross rent
$396.5K $16.08/SF
− Vacancy
−$21.8K −$0.88/SF
EGI
$374.7K $15.20/SF
− OpEx
−$112.4K −$4.56/SF
NOI
$262.3K $10.64/SF
Area
Middlesex County, MA
Vacancy
5.50%
Lease Rate
$16.08 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$5,245,500
Cap Rate 7%
$3,746,786
Cap Rate 9%
$2,914,167

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Industrial
$3.75M
$3.28M – $4.37M (±1% cap)
NOI $262,275 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.91%
Second Best
Flex RnD
$1.75M
$1.53M – $2.04M (±1% cap)
NOI $122,280 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 1.36%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$14.60M
$12.77M – $17.03M (±1% cap)
NOI $1,021,780 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 11.35%
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Current Use

H D Chasen ... Industrial Manufacturer

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Nail Salon Nursing Home Locksmith Cosmetic Store Accounting Firm

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

3,469
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 02143, MA

26,022
Population
12,901
Households
2
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
74%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
1.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
17,348
Density / Sq Mi
$126,102
Median Household Income
$73,055
Median Earnings
$2,424
Median Rent
$930,200
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Northeast region

5.4% 2019
4.6% 2020
3.2% 2021
3.3% 2022
5.3% 2023
6.6% 2024
7.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Flex space - 24,657 SF industrial flex building in Somerville, Massachusetts.
Where is this flex space located?
The property is located at 40 Lake Street Somerville, MA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $9,000,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Strategic location between Union Square and Harvard Square.; +/-24,657 square foot industrial flex building on a .69‑acre parcel.; FAB zoning permits a diverse range of flex uses.
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