181 Massachusetts Avenue — Sale in Cambridge, MA

  • Price: Contact for price
  • Listing type: For sale
  • Asset type: Retail Business
  • Location: Cambridge, MA 02139

Description

Kendall Square / MIT Retail Space for Lease 1,876 SF of prime retail space available on the street level of the 850,000 SF Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research building and across the street from its global research headquarters in Cambridge, MA.

Market Context

This retail in Cambridge, MA is listed for sale. It has been on the market for 196 days. Compare it against other retail listings for sale in Cambridge, MA — view the full market.

As of Q1 2026, the Boston retail market showed an 11.0% vacancy rate, and average asking rents near $12.00/SF/yr. Source: Cushman & Wakefield Q1 2026 market report.

Retail market FAQ

Is the Boston retail market tightening or softening?
Vacancy is around 11.0% (Q1 2026).

Estimated Market Rate

$165.38/SF – $223.76/SF

Mid: $194.57/SF

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Based on comparable properties in similar markets rather than local sales.

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