Kenmore Square Retail/Office
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488-490 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA
Finished basement space near Green Line and MBTA bus terminal.
Space Size5,876 SF
Lot Size0.88 Acres
Days on Market1395
Property Features for 488-490 Commonwealth Ave
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
5,876 SF
Lot size
0.88 Acres
Property subtype
RETAIL
Site & Location
Neighborhood
Fenway
Spaces For Lease
at 488-490 Commonwealth Ave
Kenmore Abbey
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Floor
Basement
Size
5,876 SF
Type
RETAIL
Rate
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Sublease
No
- Kenmore Square corner of Commonwealth Ave. & Kenmore Street
- Available office/ retail space: 5,876 USF of finished basement space with additional storage available
- Rent quoted upon request
- Built circa 1890s
- 199 units, 100% elderly housing
- Originally constructed as a hotel and converted to its current use in 1984
- Within approximately 200 ft of the Green Line’s “Kenmore” station and MBTA bus terminal
- Direct entrance
- Possible exterior signage
- Up to 6-7 on-site parking spaces available for a monthly charge
- The space currently has: 3 private offices, 1 large conference room ) and 5 large cubicles (all with natural light)
- Open space
- Full Kitchen
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Listing Agency:
CRE Brokerage
(617) 725-0200
Listed By:
Joe Levanto
Source:
Moodyscre
Added: Jan 4, 2023
Changed: Oct 25
Last Checked: Oct 28 at 10:48AM
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Located in Kenmore Square at the corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Kenmore Street, this property offers 5,876 square feet of finished basement space suitable for office or retail use, with additional storage available. Constructed in the 1890s, the building originally served as a hotel before being converted to its current use as elderly housing in 1984, comprising 199 units. The property is situated approximately 200 feet from the Green Line’s Kenmore station and an MBTA bus terminal, providing convenient access to public transportation. The space features a direct entrance and the potential for exterior signage. Up to 6-7 on-site parking spaces are available for a monthly charge. The current layout includes 3 private offices, a large conference room, 5 large cubicles with natural light, an open space, and a full kitchen. This space is located in Kenmore Square.
Key Highlights
- Prime Kenmore Square location at the corner of Commonwealth Ave. & Kenmore Street.
- Direct entrance to the space.
- Close proximity (approximately 200 ft) to the Green Line’s “Kenmore” station and MBTA bus terminal.
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Lease Benchmarks for Boston, MA
$56.32 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$4.44–$200 /SF/Yr
Price Range
4,503 SF
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Retail space - Finished basement space near Green Line and MBTA bus terminal.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 488-490 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime Kenmore Square location at the corner of Commonwealth Ave. & Kenmore Street.; Direct entrance to the space.; Close proximity (approximately 200 ft) to the Green Line’s “Kenmore” station and MBTA bus terminal.
