$190 million Mass + Main mixed-use development in Cambridge’s Central Square breaks ground

An official groundbreaking ceremony was held today for Mass + Main, a $190 million mixed-use development in the heart of Cambridge’s Central Square. Mass + Main will feature 308 apartment residences and 17,000 square feet of retail space featuring a collection of small shops. 20% of apartments at Mass + Main will be designated affordable, making it the first of its’ kind in Cambridge to support greater socioeconomic diversity. “The affordable housing and mixed-income elements of this development give families an opportunity to stay and live in Cambridge,” said Massachusetts State Treasurer Deb Goldberg in a prepared statement. A total of 60 affordable apartments will be located at Mass + Main.

Three buildings will be constructed as part of Mass + Main, including a 19-story tower, a six-story building with studios and roommate units and a four-story building designed for families. Mass + Main is designed to meet LEED Gold sustainability standards, featuring green roof terraces, wind energy, energy tracking and smoke-free apartments. Additional amenities include car sharing, easy access to the MBTA Red Line and buses, electric car charging and an on-site Hubway Station. Construction of the three buildings will be completed in phases, unveiling from Fall 2018 to mid-2020.

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