For sale

$3,880,000

253 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139

9beds

6,119sqft

$23,854/mo

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3 Family

Built in 1838

-- sqft lot

$3,308,100 Zestimate^®

$634/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Three levelsGenerous outdoor space

Prime Location with Exceptional Development Potential! Situated in the highly desirable Zone 4 neighborhood of The Port, near the intersection of Broadway and Windsor, this classic mid-19th-century Italianate Villa-style multifamily property presents a rare investment opportunity. Set on an expansive approximately 6,500 sq. ft. lot, the property offers generous outdoor space and approximately 6,200 sq. ft. of interior living area across three levels. With its prime location, substantial lot size, and flexible C-1 zoning, this property offers tremendous potential for redevelopment, renovation, or investment, subject to applicable zoning regulations and approvals. The building may be demolished without delay. A rare opportunity for investors, developers, and visionary buyers to unlock the full potential of this exceptional property.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 9
Bathrooms: 5
Full bathrooms: 5

Features

Basement: Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 4

Interior area

Total structure area: 6,119
Total interior livable area: 6,119 sqft
Finished area above ground: 6,119

Property

Parking

Parking features: On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
Exterior features: Garden
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 6,459 Square Feet
Features: Level

Details

Parcel number: 402294
Zoning: C-1

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: 3 Family

Materials

Frame
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1838

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 110 Volts
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University

Location

Region: Cambridge

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $634/sqft
Tax assessed value: $2,497,600
Annual tax amount: $16,658
Date on market: 11/10/2026
Total actual rent: 11340

Estimated market value

$3,308,100

$3.04M - $3.61M

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
11/10/2026	Listed for sale	$3,880,000+15.8%$634/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73600740 Report a problem
7/17/2025	Sold	$3,350,000+12%$547/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73377581 Report a problem
5/24/2025	Contingent	$2,990,000$489/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73377581 Report a problem
5/20/2025	Listed for sale	$2,990,000$489/sqft
Source: MLS PIN #73377581 Report a problem
1/1/2020	Listing removed	$2,600
Source: Boston Capital Management Report a problem
10/1/2019	Listed for rent	$2,600
Source: Boston Capital Management Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$13,341 +7.5%	$2,101,000 +0.2%
2024	$12,407 +6%	$2,095,800 +5%
2023	$11,700 +7.9%	$1,996,600 +9%
2022	$10,847 +4.2%	$1,832,300 +3%
2021	$10,409 +1.1%	$1,779,300 -0.7%
2020	$10,299 +7.9%	$1,791,100 +11.5%
2019	$9,544 +10%	$1,606,800 +16.5%
2018	$8,673 +2.1%	$1,378,900 +5.4%
2017	$8,491 +5.3%	$1,308,300 +13.4%
2016	$8,066 +4.9%	$1,153,900 +17.4%
2015	$7,688 +7.7%	$983,100 +15.4%
2014	$7,136 +3.8%	$851,600 +7.3%
2013	$6,872 +8.3%	$793,500 +6.1%
2012	$6,345 +3.9%	$748,200
2011	$6,105 +4.3%	$748,200 -1.3%
2010	$5,854 +1%	$758,300 -1.1%
2009	$5,796 +2.2%	$766,700 -0.5%
2008	$5,670 -4.6%	$770,400 -3%
2007	$5,944 -4.6%	$794,600 -5.9%
2006	$6,229 -28.7%	$844,000 -24.9%
2005	$8,738 +65.9%	$1,123,100 +62.7%
2004	$5,267 +20.9%	$690,300 +15%
2003	$4,358 +45.5%	$600,300 +93.1%
2000	$2,996	$310,800 +35%
1999	--	$230,200