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.
Listed by Biria St. John
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CBRE, Inc
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617-909-0474
Listed by John McLaughlin
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CBRE, Inc
Last updated March 15, 2026
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Source: MLSPin #73485718
Listing Facts
TypeMulti-family
NeighborhoodMid-Cambridge
Bedrooms46
Bathrooms26
Days on Prevu4
Taxes$67,374/year
Size20,317 sqft
Price per sqft$591
Amenities
Parking
Location
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Listing History
03/11/2026
Listed by CBRE, Inc
$12,000,000
Property Details for 1039 Massachusetts Avenue
Exterior
Construction
Number Of Units Total: 26
Stories: 6
Stories Total: 6
Year Built: 1920
Year Built Details: Approximate
Measurements
Building Area Total: 20,317
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Lot Features: Other
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Lot Size Area: 0
Lot Size Square Feet: 11,159
Lot Size Units: Acres
Financial
Taxes
Parcel Number: 408683
Tax Annual Amount: $67,374.00
Tax Assessed Value: $10,101,100.00
Tax Year: 2026
Interior
Measurements
Living Area: 20,317
Living Area Source: Owner
Rooms
Bathrooms Full: 26
Bathrooms Total Integer: 26
Bedrooms Total: 46
Rooms Total: 96
Parking
Parking
Covered Spaces: 3
Garage Spaces: 3
Garage: Yes
Open Parking Spaces: 3
Parking Total: 6
Utilities
Equipment
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this multi-family home have?
There are 46 bedrooms and 26 bathrooms in this multi-family home at 1039 Massachusetts Avenue.
Does this multi-family home have parking?
Yes, there are 3 parking spaces available for 1039 Massachusetts Avenue.
What are the annual taxes for 1039 Massachusetts Avenue?
Annual taxes for this multi-family home are estimated at $67,374.
What is the square footage on this multi-family home?
According to the MLS, this listing is 20,317 sqft.
1039 Massachusetts Avenue is a 46-bedroom, 26-bath multi-family home for sale in Cambridge MA 02138. Available on Prevu for 4 days at $12,000,000. This home features 20,317 square feet of living space, located in Mid-Cambridge. The median listing price for multi-family homes in this area is $999,500. Additional amenities include parking. Browse more multi-family home listings in Cambridge.
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