288 Columbia St, Cambridge MA 02141
Cambridge, MA 02141 • Inman Square
$1,500,000
Est. $8,789/month
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About this home
Fully permitted with approved plans, this is a rare opportunity to develop a boutique residential project in Cambridge's highly desirable Kendall Square neighborhood. Plans include three thoughtfully designed units: one luxury 3-bedroom, 2-bath home and two spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath homes, each featuring private decks or a roof deck. Shovel-ready and ideal for developers or investors seeking to build and sell distinctive condominiums or create a premium rental portfolio. Ideally situated between Inman, Kendall, and Central Squares, the property offers convenient access to Harvard University, MIT, the Red Line, commuter rail, leading employers, acclaimed restaurants, neighborhood cafés, boutique shopping, parks, and downtown Boston just across the Charles River. Combining an outstanding urban setting with approved plans already in place, this project offers flexibility for condominium development or long-term investment. Complete approved plan setand construction bid available under the paperclip. The lot for sale is a lot behind an existing three family at 288 Columbia the three family house is not included in the sale. We are only selling the lot behind it with fully permitted plans to build three units.
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Property Timeline
Pending Sale
Jul 29, 2026
Offer accepted, sale pending
Listed for Sale
Jul 23, 2026
$1,500,000
Original listing
Agent: David Lilley
Office: RE/MAX Real Estate Center
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2026 | ⏳ Pending Sale | - | - | - | Offer accepted, sale pending |
| 07/23/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $1,500,000 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $12,055 | $1,807,300 |
Financial Details
Annual Property Tax
$12,055
Tax Year 2026
Assessed Value
$1,807,300
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Income
Style
3 Family
Year Built
1894
Living Area
4,628 sq ft
Lot Size
0.10 acres
Bedrooms
7
Full Baths
6
Total Rooms
16
Investment Metrics
Units
3
Unit 1 Rent
— · N
Unit 2 Rent
— · N
Unit 3 Rent
— · N
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
Partial
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
Frame
Architecture
None
Roof
Rubber
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
Deck
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
220 Volts
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Gas
None
Other
None
Financial
Annual Tax
$12,055
Assessed Value
$1,807,300
HOA & Community
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
MA Disclosures
Seller Disclosures
The Attached Plans Are For Illustrative Purposes Only And Does Not Represent The Opinion Or Guarantee Of The Listing Broker. Buyers Must Perform Their Own Due Diligence, Verify All Information, And Independently Evaluate Development Potential.
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
6 days
Property Overview
Property Type
3 Family
Listing Type
Sale Pending
Year Built
1894
Bedrooms
7
Full Bathrooms
6
Living Area
4,628 sq ft
Total Rooms
16
Stories
4
Levels
4
Floor Layout
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Floor Layout
Finished Area
3,712 sq ft above grade
916 sq ft below grade
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Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchDeck
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
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Construction & Materials
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1894
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Roof:
Rubber
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Concrete Perimeter
Stories:
4
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
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Natural Gas
Water Source:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer
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95% Interest
Year 15
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Year 30
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Neighborhood
Inman Square
288 Columbia St, Cambridge MA 02141
Cambridge, MA 02141
Listing Information
Listing Agent
David Lilley
Listing Office
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Office Phone
617-576-3800
Agent MLS ID
BB301030
Office MLS ID
AN8908
Listing Data Updated
Jul 29, 2026 9:19 AM EDT
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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