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202-218 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02474

Three-story mixed-use building with retail storefronts and a 20,000 SF cinema tenant occupying multiple auditoriums.

Property Size50,032 SF
Days on Market70

Property Features for 202-218 Massachusetts Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 50,032 SF
Property subtype Retail, Multifamily, Mixed Use

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 18

Building Details

Year Built 1920
Buildings 1
Stories 3
Units 24
Tenancy Multi
Listing Agency: Hunneman
Listed By: Carl Christie · License #MA 9521806
Source: Crexi
Added: Jun 30 Changed: Aug 27 Last Checked: Sep 6 at 3:33PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

202–218 Massachusetts Avenue, also known as the Capitol Theatre Building or Capitol Block, is a historic three-story mixed-use property constructed in 1915 and operated as a theater since 1925. The building includes six commercial suites and eighteen residential apartments, totaling twenty-four units. Approximately 50,032 ± SF of gross building area and 39,900 ± SF of rentable area are reported per the rent roll.

The largest tenant is the Capitol Theatre, occupying approximately 20,000 ± SF and featuring six auditoriums (movie theaters) with seating ranging from 65 to 287. The cinema includes digital production and sound, with some auditoriums noted as REAL-D 3D and all featuring Dolby Digital sound. Concession offerings include soft drinks, candy, buttered popcorn, ICEE frozen slushies, Richardson’s Ice Cream, and beer and wine.

In addition to the theater, the property includes five retail storefronts sized from 600 to 1,800 ± SF. Several of these storefront tenants have been operating at the location for decades.

Key Highlights

  • Three‑story mixed‑use building (Capitol Theatre Building/Capitol Block) on the corner of Lake Street and Mass Ave in Arlington, MA
  • 24 total units: 6 commercial suites and 18 residential apartments
  • Approximately 50,032 ± SF gross building area and 39,900 ± SF rentable area per the rent roll

Property Analytics

Current Use

Theaters & concert halls

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Grocery & Convenience Store Food Market Nail Salon Pharmacy Computer & Electronic Repair

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

18
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,316
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 02474, MA

28,551
Population
12,541
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
74%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
3.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
9,210
Density / Sq Mi
$139,199
Median Household Income
$80,498
Median Earnings
$2,157
Median Rent
$887,000
Median Home Value

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?
Theater & concert hall - Three-story mixed-use building with retail storefronts and a 20,000 SF cinema tenant occupying multiple auditoriums.
Where is this theater & concert hall located?
The property is located at 202-218 Massachusetts Avenue Arlington, MA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Three‑story mixed‑use building (Capitol Theatre Building/Capitol Block) on the corner of Lake Street and Mass Ave in Arlington, MA; 24 total units: 6 commercial suites and 18 residential apartments; Approximately 50,032 ± SF gross building area and 39,900 ± SF rentable area per the rent roll
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