A picture paints 1,000 words, and, if you look closely, this one tells you a lot! The package at 136-138 & 140 Rindge Avenue represents a huge opportunity to create something fabulous in North Cambridge. Whether you are a developer, investor, or end-user there is something here for you. Included in the offering are two buildings: 136-138 Rindge Ave is a 2,855 sq. ft brick two-family structure at the front of the lot and 140 Rindge Ave is a 1,102 sq. ft cottage at the back. The lot is 5,923 square feet with some open space in between the buildings and 1 curb cut. Both buildings are in need of extensive renovation and buyers will need to do their own due diligence about how best to develop them, so come take a look to see how you might capitalize on this unique opportunity.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1914Year Built
5,923 sq ftLot Size
$455Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by The May Group• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with The May Group• Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
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Permits
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Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Middlesex County
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Last updated by owner on Jul 25, 2025.
Dec 6, 2023 • Final
Building: alteration and addition
Perform a full remodel of the property.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 17
Unit #1 Information
# of Levels: 1
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Unit #2 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 2
Lease: N
Unit #3 Information
# of Levels: 2
# of Floors: 1
Lease: N
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area (Total): 3,957
Foundation Details: Stone, Brick/Mortar
Stories (Total): 5
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Approximate
Property Information
PropertySubType: 3 Family
Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Features: Level
Road Frontage Type: Public
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,598.70
Tax Year: 2023
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Location Information
Directions: Two way street between Mass Ave & Alewife Brook Pkwy
UnparsedAddress: 136-140 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge MA 02140
Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Bike Path, Highway Access, T-Station, University
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Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
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County: Middlesex County
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Home facts updated by county records on Jul 25, 2025
Other
Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Peabody School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
7/10
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
8/10
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