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1105 Massachusetts Ave APT 2A, Cambridge, MA, 02138

0beds
1baths
877sqft
$574,900
$656price/sqft
$3,840/moest. monthly cost
$153,600/yrincome needed

About This Home

Bring your architect and your vision to this premier 2nd-floor suite at 1105 Massachusetts Ave. Currently used as a professional office, this unit offers the ideal footprint for a primely located 2-bedroom, 1-bath residential condominium conversion. Positioned perfectly in Harvard Square, with garage parking (Two garage spots, rented for $220/mo), this unit features oversized windows overlooking tree's and neighboring Cambridge homes, good ceiling height, and a flexible floor plan. Residents of 1105 Mass Ave enjoy a professionally managed elevator building, on-site laundry, and a location that boasts a 98 Walk Score. Whether you are looking to create a high-end rental investment or a custom urban pied-à-terre, Suite 2A represents a unique chance to acquire square footage in a mid-century modern landmark at a price point below the neighborhood’s residential average. Sold as-is; buyer to perform due diligence regarding conversion permits.

Getting Around

98
WalkingWalker's Paradise
81
TransitExcellent Transit
96
BikeBiker's Paradise

Schools

8/10
7/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1970

Materials

  • Roof: Rubber
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Common Area,In Building

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Internet Available - Unknown,Elevator
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Finished area above ground: 877

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Electric,Individual,Unit Control
  • Cooling features: Wall Unit(s),Individual,Unit Control

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 877
  • Total interior livable area: 877 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance

Details

  • Parcel number: M:00134 L:000560002A,408754
  • Attached to another structure: Yes
  • Zoning: BB

Features

  • Entry location: Unit Placement(Upper,Back)
  • Exterior features: City View(s)
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Under,Rented
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

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
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Massachusetts Counties

Hurricane

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,907$34,884
Home Insurance *$96$1,152
Property Taxes $483$5,796
Electricity $354$4,259
Total$3,840$46,080
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$131,657/yr
40% on housing$115,200/yr
45% on housing$102,400/yr

Massachusetts FAIR Plan Programs

Massachusetts Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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Current Policies
Residential: 213,928Commercial: 230
Total Premiums$400.85M
Total Exposure$115.57B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.6%
7.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.5%
0.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$656This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 02138$847
Middlesex County$437

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 02138$1,072
Middlesex County$413

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-10Contingent$574,900
2026-04-27Price change$574,900
2026-04-08Listed for sale$589,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentGary S. Vrotsos
BrokerageColdwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

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