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847 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA 02139

Commercial Sale

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, includi...

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General Information for 847 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA 02139

Listing ID73346586

Property TypeCommercial Sale

Price$3,200,000

Style

CityCambridge

CountyMiddlesex

MLS AreaCentral Square

Neighborhood(s)

Garage Parking

ZoningC-2B

AssociationNo

Year Built1887

Year Built Source

Year Renovated

Year Built Details

Handicap Access / FeaturesNo

Energy Features

Disclosures for 847 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA 02139

Lead Paint

UFFI

Living Area Includes Basement

Living Area Disclosure

Building Area Source

Senior CommunityNo

Special Listing Conditions

For Sale By OwnerNo

Exclusions

Disclosures

Title 5

Buyer Agent Compensation

Facilitator Compensation

Sub-Agent Compensation

Compensation Based On

Contact Information for 847 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA 02139

Agent

Name: The Petrowsky Jones Group

MLS ID: TEAM0207

Office ID: AN2606

Office

Name: Compass

MLS Office ID: AN2606

Phone: 617-303-0067

Team Members

Name: Donna Marcantonio

MLS ID: CN215714

Office ID: AN2606

National Association ID: 449589721

Phone: 617-784-7102

City: Cambridge

State: MA

Exclusive Listing Agent

Compass

The Petrowsky Jones Group

Agent Phone

Office Phone

(617) 303-0067

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