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46 Beds
26 Baths
20,317 sqft

$12,000,000

1039 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge MA, 02138

Price per sqft$590.64
Built in1920
Property size20,317 sqft
Property typeMulti-family

Overview

Pending

Under Agreement

Listed Mar 11, 2026

Updated 3 weeks ago

1039 Massachusetts Avenue, aka The University Building, offers 26 apartment units and is located within the Harvard Square neighborhood of Cambridge. The property is comprised of a six-story, elevatored building with a basement level. Originally built in 1920, the property has been exceptionally well-maintained by current ownership, with substantial capital invested in recent years, including significant improvements made to building systems, elevator modernization, roof replacement, and enhancements made to the building‘s entryway space and throughout all common areas. Apartment finish levels vary, with the property offering a mix of original, partially-renovated,and fully-renovated units, providing a desirable mix of proven-value add and organic rent upside remaining.

$79,836/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $12,000,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
73485718

Interior Features

Bedrooms
46
Bathrooms
26
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.26 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$67,374
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No

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