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    781 Main Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

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    $1,900,000

    Mixed-use property with redevelopment potential near MIT and Harvard.

    Type:Commercial
    Added:
    Aug 5, 2025
    Days on Market:
    306
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 21 at 6:17 am

    Property Features for 781 Main Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1905

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    William Senne

    Listing agent William Senne

    Listing office Senne

    Listing date Aug 5, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Prime Main Street location
    • Redevelopment opportunity under new city zoning (mixed‑use or all residential)
    • Convenient to MIT, Harvard, and downtown Boston
    • Potential to purchase two storefront locations
    • Surrounded by top‑tier academic institutions and global biotech employers
    • Thriving cultural scene

    Overview

    This mixed-use property, located on Main Street, presents a redevelopment opportunity under the city's new zoning regulations. The zoning allows for either a mixed-use building or an all-residential structure. Alternatively, the property could serve as two storefront locations. The site is conveniently located near MIT, Harvard, and downtown Boston. The surrounding area includes academic institutions, biotech employers, and cultural venues. Offers are due by March 31, 2026, at 4:30 p.m., with a minimum deposit of $100,000.00 required to be considered.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Mae Asian Eatery Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Dental Office Nail Salon Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Skin Care Clinic

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Cambridge
    County
    Suffolk
    State
    Massachusetts
    Longitude
    -71.0968385
    Latitude
    42.3633246

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Mixed-use property with redevelopment potential near MIT and Harvard.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 781 Main Street Cambridge, MA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,900,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime Main Street location; Redevelopment opportunity under new city zoning (mixed‑use or all residential); Convenient to MIT, Harvard, and downtown Boston
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    William Senne
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    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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