Hamilton Co. Reaches 100 Lease Up at Longfellow; Phase 2 Underway of $26M Renovation

BOSTON — The Hamilton Company completed the construction on Longfellow Apartments at 1200 Massachusetts Avenue in Cambridge with Phase 1 of the 91-unit multifamily residential building fully leased.

According to a release, leasing began on October 1st 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 Co. 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