183 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA, 02139
About This Home
Exceptional opportunity to acquire The Allen Block, a historic 15-unit brick rowhouse portfolio in the heart of Cambridge. Located at 177–183 Harvard Street, the property consists of five Mansard-style attached buildings, each containing three units (1 one-bedroom, 1 two-bedroom, and 1 three-bedroom) for a total of 15 apartments. The property also includes unfinished attic space and high-ceiling basement areas, offering additional value-add potential. A contributing structure within the Old Cambridgeport National Register Historic District, the striking façade features distinctive round bays rising through the cornice, arched windows and entryways, recessed entrances, and ornate period detailing reflecting late-19th-century Cambridge craftsmanship. Prominently positioned at the end of Cherry Street, the property offers large unit layouts and significant upside through renovation and rental repositioning. Ideally located minutes from Harvard, MIT, Central Square, and Kendall Square.
Getting Around
Walker's Paradise
Excellent Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1886
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Other
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: 5+ Family - 5+ Units Side by Side
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 30
- Bathrooms: 15
- Full bathrooms: 15
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Finished area below ground: 5,748
- Finished area above ground: 22,992
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 22,992
- Total interior livable area: 22,992 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 18011 / 76126,402366
- Zoning: C-1
Features
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
Lot
- Lot size: 9,077 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $60,673 | $728,076 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,795 | $21,540 |
| Property Taxes | $6,244 | $74,928 |
| Electricity | $4,533 | $54,406 |
| Total | $73,245 | $878,940 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-11 | Listed for sale | $11,999,000 |
| 2024-10-29 | Listing removed | $2,500 |
| 2024-09-09 | Listed for rent | $2,500 |
| 2023-10-06 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-09-07 | Listed for rent | $2,950 |
| 2016-08-03 | Listing removed | $2,500 |
| 2016-02-10 | Listing removed | $2,000 |
| 2015-12-11 | Listed for rent | $2,000 |
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