253 Broadway, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$3,880,000
Est. $21,208/month
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9
Beds
5
Baths
6,119
Sq Ft
$634
Price/Sq Ft
0.15
Acres
1838
Year Built
3 Family
Type
New today
Time on Market
For Sale Listed Nov 10, 2026 • MLS# 73600740 Copied! • Updated Nov 10, 2026

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About this home

Prime Location with Exceptional Development Potential! Situated in the highly desirable Zone 4 neighborhood of The Port, near the intersection of Broadway and Windsor, this classic mid-19th-century Italianate Villa-style multifamily property presents a rare investment opportunity. Set on an expansive approximately 6,500 sq. ft. lot, the property offers generous outdoor space and approximately 6,200 sq. ft. of interior living area across three levels. With its prime location, substantial lot size, and flexible C-1 zoning, this property offers tremendous potential for redevelopment, renovation, or investment, subject to applicable zoning regulations and approvals. The building may be demolished without delay. A rare opportunity for investors, developers, and visionary buyers to unlock the full potential of this exceptional property.

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Price & Status History

Market Insights

13.7%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Sale
Nov 10, 2026
$3,880,000
Original listing
Agent: Yangyang Zhou Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Previous Transaction - MLS #73377581
Full transaction history available when tracking began
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Previously Sold
Jul 17, 2025
$3,350,000
MLS #73377581
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Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $16,659 $2,497,600

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
$16,659
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$2,497,600

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Income
Style 3 Family
Year Built 1838
Living Area 6,119 sq ft
Lot Size 0.15 acres
Stories 3
Bedrooms 9
Full Baths 5
Total Rooms 18

Investment Metrics

Units 3
Unit 1 Rent $5,750/mo · Y
Unit 2 Rent $2,800/mo · Y
Unit 3 Rent $2,750/mo · N
Total Monthly Rent $11,300/mo
Gross Income $131,280
Net Operating Income $131,280
Cap Rate 3.38%
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Fireplaces 4
Basement Unfinished
Laundry None
Features None
Construction Frame
Architecture None
Roof Shingle
Features Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Porch, Deck
Features On Street
Electric 110 Volts
Water Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax $16,659
Assessed Value $2,497,600
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Lead Paint Unknown
Seller Disclosures None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Public Record
Documents None
County Middlesex

Property Overview

Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
For Sale
Year Built
1838
Bedrooms
9
Full Bathrooms
5
Living Area
6,119 sq ft
Total Rooms
18
Stories
3
Levels
3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement: Unfinished
Laundry:
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1838
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials: Frame
Roof: Shingle
Foundation: Stone
Stories: 3

Utilities & Systems

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Garden
Patio & Porch: Porch, Deck
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features: Level
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: On Street

Special Features

Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
✓ School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
↓ 4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.2 mi | #245 of 346 | Score: 47.4
Improved 37 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
0.7 mi | #46 of 352 | Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
2.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
2.3 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.5 mi | #105 of 825 | Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.0 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.4 mi
Grades PK-08
B
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
< 0.1 mi | #7 of 12 | Score: 41.9
Improved 616 spots from last year
-16.3 below state avg
235 students Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.4 mi
Grades 01-06
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.4 mi | #207 of 352 | Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.5 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.9 mi | #104 of 352 | Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.4 mi | #66 of 352 | Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
NuVu Innovation School
0.4 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.6 mi | #205 of 346 | Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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253 Broadway, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Listing Information

Listing Agent Yangyang Zhou
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Office Phone 617-969-2447
Agent MLS ID CN247078
Office MLS ID AN6227
Listing Data Updated Nov 10, 2026 3:36 PM EST
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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