Situated on a 4,838 SF lot, this versatile building offers a mix of commercial and residential spaces, ideal for investors, owner-users, or businesses seeking a prime location. Most recently used as office space by Hackett Publishing, the property comprises 15 rooms, including 1 kitchen and 3 half-bathrooms, making it well-suited for professional use, live-work arrangements, or future residential conversion. Built in 1887, it showcases classic Cambridge architecture with modern updates, just steps from MIT, Harvard, public transit, and a variety of restaurants and shops. Each floor features ~10′ ceiling heights, creating a spacious, airy atmosphere. Recent zoning reforms allow for increased density and building heights, offering strong redevelopment potential for expansion, adaptive reuse, or higher-density housing. Don’t miss this rare chance to own a high-visibility, high-potential property in one of Greater Boston’s most dynamic markets.
Property Details
Price:
$3,200,000
MLS #:
73346586
Status:
Active
Beds:
0
Baths:
3
Address:
847 Massachusetts Ave
Type:
Commercial
Neighborhood:
Central Square
City:
Cambridge
Listed Date:
Mar 17, 2025
State:
MA
Finished Sq Ft:
4,524
Total Sq Ft:
4,524
ZIP:
02139
Lot Size:
4,838 sqft / 0.11 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1887
Schools
Interior
Exterior
Parking Spots
4
Roof
Slate
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$20,942
Map
Community
- Address847 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge MA
- CityCambridge
- CountyMiddlesex
- Zip Code02139
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847 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA
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