Street-Front Retail at Mixed-Use
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40 Thorndike St, Cambridge, MA 02141
Retail space within the 40 Thorndike mixed-use project, fronting First Street and supported by Class A office and residences.
Space Size1,600 SF
Days on Market533
Property Features for 40 Thorndike St
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Standard status
Active
Size
1,600 SF
Property subtype
RETAIL
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40 Thorndike St
- East Cambridge is home to cutting-edge life science, pharmaceutical and technology...
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Listing Agency:
Graffito
(781) 510-1307
Listed By:
Tania Celestin
(781) 510-1307
Source:
Moodyscre
Added: Mar 6, 2025
Changed: Aug 14
Last Checked: Aug 20 at 10:20AM
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Based on property information with market context.
This retail space is offered for rent within the 40 Thorndike mixed-use Class A office development. The project includes the transformation of the former Edward J. Sullivan Courthouse into an innovation hub with 422,000 SF of Class A office, 48 apartment homes, and 15,000 SF of retail and amenity space. A key component of the redevelopment is First Street Market, a year-round open market along with restaurant and community gathering and events space that fronts First Street.
Located in East Cambridge, the surrounding area is described as home to life science, pharmaceutical, and technology companies, along with a diverse resident base and nearby parks and open spaces. The retail location’s direct frontage at First Street Market supports day-to-day visibility and walk-up appeal as part of the larger mixed-use environment.
The space measures approximately 1,600 square feet and is positioned as a retail opportunity tied to the ongoing 40 Thorndike development and its public-facing First Street Market program.
Located in East Cambridge, the surrounding area is described as home to life science, pharmaceutical, and technology companies, along with a diverse resident base and nearby parks and open spaces. The retail location’s direct frontage at First Street Market supports day-to-day visibility and walk-up appeal as part of the larger mixed-use environment.
The space measures approximately 1,600 square feet and is positioned as a retail opportunity tied to the ongoing 40 Thorndike development and its public-facing First Street Market program.
Key Highlights
- Retail opportunity within the 40 Thorndike mixed‑use Class A office development
- Development includes 422,000 SF of Class A office space
- Development includes 48 apartment homes
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
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Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
4,551
Businesses Nearby
191k
Monthly Visits Nearby
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Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Dining 24%
Groceries 23%
Shops & Services 22%
Apparel 16%
Star Market
Groceries
44,009 visits/mo
0.3 miles
McDonald's
Dining
43,928 visits/mo
0.3 miles
Marshalls
Apparel
25,730 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Dollar Tree
Shops & Services
24,950 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Shell
Shops & Services
8,116 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Demographics for 02141, MA
15,130
Population
8,128
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
74%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
0.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
25,217
Density / Sq Mi
$120,542
Median Household Income
$73,002
Median Earnings
$2,752
Median Rent
$892,600
Median Home Value
Market
Lease Benchmarks for Cambridge, MA
$53.07 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$35–$70.87 /SF/Yr
Price Range
6,329 SF
Avg Space Size
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Northeast region
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What type of property is this?
Retail space - Retail space within the 40 Thorndike mixed-use project, fronting First Street and supported by Class A office and residences.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 40 Thorndike St Cambridge, MA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Retail opportunity within the 40 Thorndike mixed‑use Class A office development; Development includes 422,000 SF of Class A office space; Development includes 48 apartment homes
