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    Cambridge: Why We Love the 'Triple-Decker' Architecture

    June 14, 2023
    By Maggie Li
    Cambridge: Why We Love the 'Triple-Decker' Architecture

    Cambridge: Why We Love the 'Triple-Decker' Architecture

    You see them in Porter Square and Inman Square-the classic three-story wooden buildings. But they aren't just buildings; they are a piece of New England history.

    The History

    Originally built for the working class in the late 19th century, these homes were designed to house three families in identical layouts.

    The Modern Appeal

    Today, they are the crown jewels of Cambridge real estate. They offer high ceilings, large windows, and 'good bones' that make for stunning luxury condo conversions.

    Investment Play

    Buying an original triple-decker is often the best way to enter the Cambridge market as an investor.

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