Cambridge, MA Retail Space for Lease

Search 25 retail listings in Cambridge, MA and find helpful local stats in the Market Overview section below.

Saint James Place

1995 Massachusetts Avenue, North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Property

Retail

788 SF
Availability

1 Space

788 SF
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415 Massachusetts Ave

415 Massachusetts Ave, Area 4, Cambridge, MA
Property

Retail

13,000 SF
Availability

1 Space

462 SF
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350 Third Street

350 Third Street, East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Property

Retail

6,500 SF
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1 Space

6,500 SF
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596-614 Massachusetts Avenue

596 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridgeport, Cambridge, MA
Property

Retail

30,944 SF
Availability

1 Space

5,000 SF
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165 Main Street

165 Main Street, East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Property

Retail

6,236 SF
Availability

1 Space

3,639 SF
Year Built

1856
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Retail Space Lease Types in Cambridge, MA

The most common type of lease agreement you’ll find here is NNN, with 6 space(s) available under this type of arrangement. The local market is also home to 1 retail space(s) offered under a Full Service lease agreement type.

Most Common Type of Lease for Retail Buildings in Cambridge, MA

NNN 6
Full Service 1

Average Size of Retail Space for Lease in Cambridge, MA

The average size for this type of rental opportunity in Cambridge is 1,000 sqft to 2,500 sqft. Currently, the local market offers 9 listing(s) within that size range. You can also search 9 listing(s) in the more than 5,000 sqft range. It should be noted that spaces in this real estate category are generally specialized to cater to the needs of a particular business, so the average sizes of different retail space types can vary greatly.

Retail Space Types You Can Lease in Cambridge, MA

Retail space in Cambridge comes in all types, shapes, and sizes, so you have a good chance to find the right space for your business. The most common type here is listed as Street Retail and you can find 2 such space(s) available.  

Street Retail spaces listed for rent here have an average size of 1,244 square feet. You’ll find street retail spaces are mostly located in urban and suburban areas that have high foot traffic. This type of space is often a great choice for smaller retailers that are looking for well-positioned points of sale.

The local market is also home to 1 space(s) listed as Restaurant. The average size you can expect to find for this category is 5,100 square feet. Retail space specialized for restaurants usually includes ample seating areas and enough room for the safe preparation of food. Restaurant spaces may be embedded in a larger mall or can be freestanding buildings.

However, besides these popular subtypes, the market has a lot to offer for entrepreneurs looking for the right space to promote their business and get their goods to customers.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Cambridge, MA

In general, the most successful retail businesses are located within relatively close proximity of each other, which leads to some neighborhoods becoming famous shopping destinations. Even in the case of suburban strip malls, the simple fact that so many different products can be purchased under the same roof can encourage customers to spend more.

East Cambridge is your top choice for lease opportunities, as it is currently home to the highest number of listings — 17 retail space(s). The most popular space type here is Street Retail. You can find 1 such listing(s) here.

Cambridge’s second most popular area is West Cambridge, where you can find 14 retail listing(s).

Cambridgeport is also among the best areas to search for your next commercial space. Here you can find 4 retail space(s) available for consideration by prospective tenants.

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Cambridge, MA

East Cambridge

West Cambridge

Cambridgeport

Area 4

Peabody

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Retail Space for Lease

When you’re looking to give your business a storefront, there are a lot of decisions to be made. The first choice is, of course, location. You’ll have to decide whether your business would operate better in the heart of the city or if it is more likely to thrive in a suburban setting.

Data based on retail spaces listed for rent on CommercialSearch.com

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Cambridge, MA Retail Space for Lease

Saint James Place

415 Massachusetts Ave

350 Third Street

596-614 Massachusetts Avenue

165 Main Street

Retail Space Lease Types in Cambridge, MA

Most Common Type of Lease for Retail Buildings in Cambridge, MA

Average Size of Retail Space for Lease in Cambridge, MA

Retail Space Types You Can Lease in Cambridge, MA

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Cambridge, MA

Top Locations to Lease Retail Space in Cambridge, MA

Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Retail Space for Lease

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