Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge

$2,600 Total Monthly Price

121 Thorndike St Unit 3L

Cambridge, MA 02141

617-202-3556

Bedrooms

Studio
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

550 sq ft
Available

Available Sep 1

About This Home

$2,600 deposit, Available Sep 1

Bright and spacious third-floor studio apartment with a separate home office behind French doors in the heart of East Cambridge. This well-maintained home features hardwood floors,high ceilings,oversized windows that provide abundant natural light,ample closet space,and a functional kitchen with a range,refrigerator,and freezer. Laundry facilities are available in the building. Ideally located just minutes from public transportation,neighborhood shops,restaurants,parks,MIT,Harvard,major highways,and downtown Boston. Heat and hot water are included,and the property is professionally managed,offering a comfortable and convenient lifestyle with the flexibility of a dedicated work-from-home space. MLS ID 73550957

121 Thorndike St is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02141 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

One-Time Basics
- Security Deposit - Refundable
  
  $2,600

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Utilities Included

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Features

Heating
Range
Freezer

Contact

Listed by Julian Nejaime | Skyline Realty
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City - Cambridge

Cambridge, situated along the Charles River, combines academic excellence with historic charm. As home to Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), the city maintains a strong intellectual presence while offering diverse neighborhood experiences. Harvard Square features historic architecture, independent bookstores, and local cafes, while Kendall Square has emerged as a global technology and research center. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the Charles River Esplanade and Fresh Pond Reservation, which provides 162 acres of walking trails around a glacial lake. The city offers various housing styles, from preserved Victorian buildings in Mid-Cambridge to contemporary apartments in East Cambridge, with concentrated residential areas near Harvard Square, Central Square, and Kendall Square.

The rental market in Cambridge reflects high demand, with current average rents at $3,297 for one-bedroom apartments (up 3.

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Amenities

Heating

Range

Freezer

Expenses

Utilities Included

Water, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer Included

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
MIT	Drive:	3 min	1.1 mi
Cambridge College	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
Suffolk University	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi
Bunker Hill Community College	Drive:	5 min	2.5 mi

121 Thorndike St Unit 3L is within 3 minutes or 1.1 miles from MIT. It is also near Bunker Hill Community College and Cambridge College.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Lechmere Station, located 0.4 mile from 121 Thorndike St Unit 3L. 121 Thorndike St Unit 3L is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 4.8 miles or 10 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Lechmere Station	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Kendall Station	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Union Square	Walk:	19 min	1.0 mi
East Somerville	Drive:	6 min	2.2 mi
Community College Station	Drive:	7 min	2.8 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
North Station	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi
Back Bay Station	Drive:	9 min	2.8 mi
Porter Square	Drive:	7 min	2.8 mi
South Station	Drive:	5 min	2.9 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	9 min	4.2 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	10 min	4.8 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

100 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

90 / 100

Fairly Drivable

Drivability

40 / 100

Exceptionally Bikeable

Bikeability

100 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 121 Thorndike St Unit 3L.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Twin City Plaza	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Cambridgeside	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
174-180 Somerville Ave	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi

121 Thorndike St Unit 3L has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Museum of Science	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site	Drive:	6 min	2.1 mi
Charles River Reservation	Drive:	7 min	2.5 mi
Boston National Historical Park	Drive:	6 min	2.5 mi
Boston Public Garden	Drive:	7 min	2.6 mi

121 Thorndike St Unit 3L has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Museum of Science, Boston African American National Historic Site, and Boston Public Garden.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Shriners Children's Boston	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi

121 Thorndike St Unit 3L has 3 hospitals within 1.7 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 1.2 miles away and a 3 minute drive.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base	Drive:	27 min	13.5 mi
US Military Reservation	Drive:	33 min	18.0 mi
Fort Miller	Drive:	31 min	18.9 mi

121 Thorndike St Unit 3L has 3 military bases within 18.9 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 13.5 miles away and a 27 minute drive.