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950 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139 • Central Square
$3,950,000
Est. $20,173/month
5,481
Sq Ft
$721
Price/Sq Ft
0.13
Acres
1989
Year Built
23
Days on Market
Active Listed May 12, 2026 • MLS# 73516637 Copied!

About this home

New to Market! Centrally located retail condo for sale in the heart of Massachusetts Ave in Cambridge, MA. Fully leased to a longstanding neighborhood restaurant and Ubreak I Fix.

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Public Records

Current Owner

Owner LU, CHING C. & CHING-CHIEH LU
Mailing Address 950 MASSACHUSETTS AVE, CAMBRIDGE, MA, 02139

Land Use

Use Code 102
Description Condominium
Style APARTMENT

Tax Information

Assessed Value $921,600

Assessment History

Year Land Building Total Change
FY2026 $0 $921,600 $921,600

Sale History

Date Price Book/Page
Jul 14, 2025 $1 84354/0095
Jun 3, 2025 $1,200,000 84175/0188
Dec 31, 2024 $10 83637/0347
Nov 25, 2024 $970,000 83515/0151
Sep 5, 2024 $669,000 83206/0492
Jul 15, 2024 $750,000 82999/0221
Jun 5, 2024 $1 82848/0428
May 31, 2024 $1,015,000 82830/0174
May 13, 2024 $1 82763/0322
Apr 4, 2024 $1,400,000 82635/0042

Building Permit History

Issued Type / Work Status Value
Apr 9, 2026 Building: Alteration and Addition
One-Family
The existing half bathroom will be converted into a full bathroom. The project will include relocating the vanity to a new position and…
By Martins framing svs inc
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1203968
Open $5,000
Mar 22, 2026 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Rennovate main bathroom, update fixtures in secondary bathroom.
By GT Home Service
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1202915
Open $37,000
Nov 16, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Commercial / Mixed Use
Remove bathtub in bathroom; replace with shower. No structural/plumbing changes. Inspection for fire stopping and/or insulation.
By Long Home, LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1190160
Open $17,912
May 12, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Renovation of existing commercial space into 2 Dwelling Units.  The project scope includes, but is not limited to, the following:A.    New…
By Purdy Construction
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1158037
Closed $285,000
May 7, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Bathroom renovation
By KEP Construction Inc
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1161959
Closed $29,360
May 7, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
This Permit is for Unit C3-Unit #2Renovation of existing commercial space into 2 Dwelling Units.  The project scope includes, but is not…
By Purdy Construction
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1162786
Closed
Mar 31, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Perform masonry repairs at South exterior wall of first floor common area and loading dock. Install new storefront windows and entry doors…
By Building Restoration Services Corp
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1154248
Open $357,000
Mar 31, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Existing Bathrrom renovation, Replacement of Carpet floors, replacement of Cabinets only
By Pro Touch Home Improvement
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1156102
Open $50,000
Feb 2, 2025 Building: Alteration and Addition
Interior demolition within Unit C3 to include the following:1.  Demolition of all sanitary and domestic water work including but not…
By ROBERT K PURDY PURDY CONSTRUCTION
Permit #qu2z-8suj:1148093
Closed $60,000
Mar 6, 2024 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Renovate an existing full bath.
By CC&R Inc.
Permit #qu2z-8suj:251957
Open $29,340
Sep 26, 2023 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Replace water damaged drywall and install cabinets, counters, and finishes.
By Russell Remodeling and Restoration LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:233291
Open $27,050
May 31, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
Remodel two baths and one kitchen.
By CC&R Inc.
Permit #qu2z-8suj:173241
Closed $68,300
Feb 23, 2022 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Bathroom Renovation, new flooring, and patch/painting throughout apartment. Includes change of electrical light fixtures.
By Russell Remodeling and Restoration LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:155489
Closed $61,350
Nov 22, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Remodel a half bath into a full bath by adding a shower.
By CC&R Inc.
Permit #qu2z-8suj:147980
Closed $15,500
Sep 29, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Replace all carpets with hardwood flooring. Replace tiles, toilet, bathtub, vanity and shower head in the master bath. Expand the kitchen…
By Coral Contractors Corp
Permit #qu2z-8suj:144035
Closed $118,000
Jul 25, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Remove existing tub and install fiberglass shower
By Russell Remodeling and Restoration LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:132587
Open $10,700
Jun 2, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Renovate an existing bath. Replace the plumbing fixtures, electric fixtures and new tile. Paint the bath.
By CC&R Inc.
Permit #qu2z-8suj:121570
Closed $23,300
Mar 1, 2021 Building: Alteration and Addition
Update finishes in x2 bathrooms and x1 kitchen. Replacement of flooring and trim work. Painting of unit.
By Russell Remodeling and Restoration LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:108601
Closed $81,700
Sep 20, 2020 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Remove trellis in lobby areaRemove existing carpetRemove suspended ceiling over reception desk, frame and drywall new ceiling with access…
By Andrew
Permit #qu2z-8suj:86469
Closed $134,435
Feb 10, 2020 Building: Alteration and Addition
Commercial / Mixed Use
Roofing only. Set aside existing concrete patio pavers, remove all existing roofing and insulation, install new vapor barrier, insulation…
By m j ambrose ent inc
Permit #qu2z-8suj:66342
Open $144,480
Oct 9, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Remodel master bathroom, add closet to adjoining bedroom
By HD Property Development LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:57563
Closed $17,775
Sep 9, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Full renovation of kitchen and master bathroom
By KEP Construction Inc
Permit #qu2z-8suj:55641
Open $76,320
Aug 15, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
INSTALL NEW BATH-FITTER UNIT IN MASTER BATH NO STRUCTURAL CHANGES
By NEWPRO
Permit #qu2z-8suj:52417
Open $18,100
Jun 10, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Remove existing kitchen cabinets and two interior non bearing walls.  Rebuild one interior wall to enlarge kitchen.  Install new cabinets,…
By HD Property Development, LLC
Permit #qu2z-8suj:48667
Closed $36,300
May 28, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Multi-Family (3 units or greater)
Renovation of existing two bathrooms and laundry room.
By KEP Construction Inc
Permit #qu2z-8suj:47701
Open $56,870
Jan 2, 2019 Building: Alteration and Addition
Commercial / Mixed Use
men and women main lobby restroom renovation
By Granados Handyman
Permit #qu2z-8suj:29748
Open $45,000
Oct 9, 2018 Building: Alteration and Addition
bathroom renovationremove bathroom tub and door, raise ceiling 6 inches, install pocket door and install stand shower.paint wall and…
By jose
Permit #qu2z-8suj:20295
Open $10,200
Jul 29, 2018 Building: Alteration and Addition
Demo and remove the parquet floor from unit 312.  Remove the decorative panels and cabinets/ save for reuse (313 Side).  Remove the…
By Lucero Electric Construction Corp
Permit #qu2z-8suj:17978
Open $50,900
Data: City of Cambridge Open Data (data.cambridgema.gov)

Municipal Context: CAMBRIDGE

Property Data Comparison

Discrepancies found between MLS and assessor records.

Field Assessor MLS Match
Sqft 923 5,481
Year built 1,989 1,989
Match: address_like (87.0% confidence) · Data as of Jun 1, 2026

Property Overview

Listing Type
Commercial Sale
Year Built
1989
Living Area
5,481 sq ft

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Commercial Sale
Year Built 1989
Living Area 5,481 sq ft
Lot Size 0.13 acres

Interior

Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
Features None

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Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

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Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Financial

Annual Tax 0.00

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Neighborhood

Central Square

950 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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Nearby Schools

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
A
Amigos School
0.4 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.5 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
St. Peter Elementary School
1.3 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.0 mi | #100 of 824 | Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.6 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.2 mi | #22 of 824 | Score: 64.5
Improved 21 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
340 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.2 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.0 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.2 mi | #118 of 352 | Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.9 mi | #67 of 352 | Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.5 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.6 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.3 mi | #178 of 346 | Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Previous Transaction - MLS #73510829
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Previously Sold
May 13, 2026
$6,200
MLS #73510829
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Listed for Sale
May 12, 2026
$3,950,000
Original listing
Agent: Whitney Gallivan Office: Boston Realty Advisors

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
May 31, 2026 Sold $1,395,000
May 13, 2026 Sold $6,200
May 12, 2026 New Listing Added $3,950,000

Market Statistics

Days on Market
23 days
Price per Sq Ft
$721

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
2026 $0

Financial Details

Annual Property Tax
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Tax Year 2026

Listing Information

Listing Agent Whitney Gallivan
Listing Office Boston Realty Advisors
Agent MLS ID CN235721
Office MLS ID AN8461
Listing Data Updated May 16, 2026 3:05 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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