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Introducing 100 Chestnut
100 Chestnut— the signature life science building of North River Leerink's new Brickbottom District will open its doors in the summer of 2023. This 200,000 SF LEED Platinum-certified laboratory and office building offers a rare opportunity for pioneering minds to shape Somerville’s next life science hub.
100 Chestnut will be a best-in-class facility that sets the standard for the reimagined Brickbottom District as a 24/7 destination where scientific innovation meets wellness. This purpose-built project is designed around green spaces for community gathering and events, premium food & beverage vendors and public art installations. Only 7 minutes from Kendall Square, 100 Chestnut is connected via the Green Line T and Community Path to the life science epicenter.
100 Chestnut is being developed by an experienced & dedicated team that’s laser focused on delivering a state-of-the-art facility.
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Purpose‑built
life science space200,000 SF
of leasable space60,000 SF
flexible floorplatesSummer 2023
occupancy
![A rendering of a lab at 100 Chestnut featuring large windows and open space](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/100Chestnut_labSpace_wide.jpg)
A Connected Location
Just a 1/2 mile north of Kendall Square and adjacent to the new East Somerville Green Line T Station (service anticipated to begin Q3 2022), 100 Chestnut is connected to everywhere. Our strategic location puts tenants at the center of Somerville's life science boom, while a new tree-lined community path (connecting with the Mystic and Charles Rivers paths) provides an easy commute.
![A map of the area around 100 Chesnut showing transit lines and routes to nearby MBTA stations.](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Brickbottom_bike_web.gif)
![A map of the area around 100 Chesnut showing transit lines and routes to nearby MBTA stations.](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Brickbottom_bike_mob.png)
![A map of the area around 100 Chesnut showing driving routes to and from Downtown Boston, Kendall Square, and points north.](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Brickbottom_drive_web-1.gif)
![A map of the area around 100 Chesnut showing driving routes to and from Downtown Boston, Kendall Square, and points north.](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Brickbottom_drive_mob-1.png)
![A map of the area around 100 Chesnut highlighting nearby Life Science companies in Kendall Square, Cambridge Crossing, Hood Park, Boynton Yards, and USQ.](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/map_neighbors.jpg)
![A map of the area around 100 Chesnut highlighting nearby Life Science companies in Kendall Square, Cambridge Crossing, Hood Park, Boynton Yards, and USQ.](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/map_neighbors.jpg)
![A map of the area around 100 Chesnut highlighting local businesses including restaurants, cafes, stores, and hotels in Union Square, Boynton Yards, Cambridge Crossing, and Kendall Square.](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/map_amenities.jpg)
![A map of the area around 100 Chesnut highlighting local businesses including restaurants, cafes, stores, and hotels in Union Square, Boynton Yards, Cambridge Crossing, and Kendall Square.](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/map_amenities.jpg)
Half mile to
Kendall SquareAdjacent to
East Somerville
T StationDirect access to
Community PathLocated amidst a
Life Science Hub
![An image grid showing an explosion of color, a rendering of a green sidewalk and cafe space at 100 Chestnut, people enjoying a public outdoor event, and colorful public art. An artistically styled logo for Brickbottom District is featured in the middle.](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/brickbottom_collage.jpg)
The Future of Art and Science
What would it look like if neighbors, scientists, artists and technologists all came together to create Somerville’s next iconic hub? As it happens, we’re all about to find out.
The Brickbottom neighborhood's long legacy of creativity will soon be infused with transit, public art, eateries, parks and pathways. In short, the entire area is about to be re-energized.
See Somerville's Vision Plan →Building on a Legacy of Art
The largest artist community under one roof in the US, the renown Brickbottom Artists Association sits right beside 100 Chestnut. Nearby, Joy Street Studios features a diverse group of artists, designers and small businesses while Somerville’s proposed “Art Farm” will be a self-sustaining art and urban agriculture laboratory. We celebrate these pioneers and are creating partnerships with them to extend their reach throughout the neighborhood.
![A messy table in an artist studio covered with cans of paint, brushes, and assorted art supplies](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/brickbottom_artcommunity.jpg)
Creating an Engaging Destination
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Public Art
Artwork from local creators will enliven the streetscape
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Green Space
A new public park & community path will serve as gathering spots
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Food & Beverage
Cafes and restaurants will activate the area day and night
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Programs & Events
Pop-up art & culinary events will energize the district
![A site plan of the Brickbottom District showing 100 Chestnut, future developments, Brickbottom Artist Studios, activated spaces, and a 3 minute walking route to the East Somerville MBTA Station](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/100Chestnut_neighborhood_siteplan-1.png)
Where Beautiful Discoveries are Made
Featuring 60,000 SF flexible floorplates and column-free zones, the building accommodates a variety of specialty uses and allows for lab space to evolve over time. Future phases will add additional lab space to accommodate expansion needs.
![A rendering of an amenity space at 100 Chestnut](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/100Chestnut_amenitySpace.jpg)
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On-site indoor/outdoor restaurant proposed
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Indoor bicycle storage & shower
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Garage parking
with 1.1 spaces per 1,000 SF -
3-minute walk to new East Somerville Green Line T stop
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LEED Platinum certified
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Activated easy access to outdoor space
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4-story open interconnecting stair
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Bluebikes
on-site
![A rendering of an active, green sidewalk in front of 100 Chestnut](https://www.100chestnutstreet.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/100Chestnut_sidewalk.jpg)
Designed for Wellness
With an interconnected stair that encourages social connections plus dedicated bike and shower rooms, the LEED platinum building brings a unique focus on health and wellness. In addition, our location beside public transit, a community path, widened sidewalks and a new park allows ample opportunity to commune with nature.
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The lobby space positions wellness and design at the forefront
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4th floor tenant space with view to private terrace
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Tenant common space on levels 2-4
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Tenant reception space
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4-story open interconnecting stair
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Main entry on Chestnut Street
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Activated outdoor spaces
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View from community path looking Northeast
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View along community path
Availability
- Level 4 60,000 RSF Lab | Leased
- Level 3 4,525 RSF Lab | Available
- Level 2 18,720 RSF Lab | Available
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Level 1
15,335 RSF Lab | Leased
6,441 RSF Retail | Leased
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