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Hamilton Company announces completion and leasing of new Longfellow Apartments at 1200 Massachusetts Ave.
Phase 1 of the completely renovated 91-unit apartment community in Cambridge is fully leased. Leasing is now underway for Phase 2.
BOSTON - The Hamilton Company announced that construction on Longfellow Apartments at 1200 Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge is now complete - with Phase 1 of the 91-unit multifamily residential building fully leased.
Leasing began October 1 on Phase 2 of Longfellow Apartments. The residential community combines premier apartment living and amenities with the preservation of 1200 Massachusetts Avenue’s historic façade, the reintroduction of the building’s original muntin-patterned windows and other architectural features. The $26 million renovation included new state-of-the-art heat and air conditioning systems along with a new electrical service, fire protection and plumbing systems. The property is now fully accessible to people with all abilities.
“This historic building in the heart of Harvard Square has been meticulously restored to preserve its architectural beauty and significance,” said Jameson Brown, Chairman and CEO of The Hamilton Company. “At the same time, we have created an all-new living experience for Longfellow Apartments residents that features high-quality finishes in every unit and excellent amenities.”
The renovated 1200 Massachusetts Avenue also includes a ground floor retail component with two commercial spaces, and a fully restored courtyard.
The Hamilton Company acquired 1200 Mass. Ave. in 1999. The design for the renovation and historic preservation of the building was initiated in 2019 and construction commenced in January 2021. The project qualifies for historic preservation tax credits because of The Hamilton Company’s extensive exterior and interior restoration efforts in accordance with both state and federal regulations. Financing for the renovation of 1200 Massachusetts Ave. was provided by SalemFive.
Located in the heart of Cambridge’s Harvard Square and just steps from Harvard Yard, Longfellow Apartments offers residents premier living experience and lifestyle with the area’s best in dining, shopping, entertainment, and cultural attractions only minutes away. The Hamilton Company offers studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units at Longfellow Apartments ranging from 292 square feet up to 1,132 square feet.
Community and building amenities include easy MBTA access, 24-hour emergency maintenance, secured package delivery, keyless LATCH App access, bike storage, a pet-friendly policy, and available on-site personal storage space.
Rental inquiries and applications can be made through The Hamilton Company and Lease Labs at the Longfellow Apartments leasing site (1200massave.com).
Founded in 1954 with the acquisition of a six-unit building, The Hamilton Company has become one of the largest privately held real estate organizations in New England. Originally involved in residential development, The Hamilton Company, Inc. has grown into a full-service real estate firm, managing and leasing approximately 1,500,000 square feet of commercial space and more than 5,600 residential units, and developing and constructing both residential and commercial projects throughout Greater Boston.
