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1039 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02138

$12,000,000

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Beds
46
Baths
26
Sqft
20,317
Acres
0.26
Year
1920
Days on Site
9 Days
Property Type
Residential Income
Sub Type
5+ Family - 5+ Units Up/Down
Per Square Foot
$591
Date Listed
Mar 11, 2026

Description of 1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

Listing details for 1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138 : 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.
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MLS PIN, MLS#: 73485718

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DateEventPrice
5/13/2026
Pending sale
$12,000,000 0%
$591/sqft
Source:MLS PIN #73485718
3/11/2026
Listed for sale
$12,000,000
$591/sqft
Source:MLS PIN #73485718
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