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$2,450 - $5,000 Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease

1642 Massachusetts Ave

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Cambridge, MA 02138

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  • Bedrooms

    Studio - 3

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    300 - 1,140 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Pets Allowed
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Gated
  • Smoke Free
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3 Available Units

A $2,450 Total Monthly Price Studio, 1 bath, 300 sq ft 12 Month Lease, $2,450 deposit, Available Now
1 $3,100 Total Monthly Price 2 beds, 1 bath, 650 sq ft 12 Month Lease, $3,100 deposit, Available Now
2 $5,000 Total Monthly Price 3 beds, 1 bath, 1,140 sq ft 12 Month Lease, $5,000 deposit, Available Now
* Price shown is base rent. 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.

About 1642 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02138

12 Month Lease, $2,450 deposit, Available Now

- NEW RENOVATION! - NO BROKERAGE FEE!! - AVAILABLE FOR ASAP - 01/01/2026 LEASE START DATES! - ONE FREE MONTH!!! - Newly renovated - Split-zone A/C & Heating - Refinished hardwood floors throughout - Brand new kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, new cabinetry - Oversized windows letting in ample natural light - Common laundry in building - Fantastic Cambridge location - Elevator building - Students OK - Pet-Friendly - Bike storage - Extra storage for rent First Month's Rent: 1 Month's Rent (see listing descriptions) Last Month's Rent: 1 Month's Rent (see listing descriptions) Security Deposit: $0.00 (up to 1 month's rent if student and/or if required due to credit/income) Lock & Key Fee: $0.00 Brokerage Fee: $0.00 Total: 2 Months' Rent (up to 3 months' rent if security deposit is required) Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants.  Additional fees (non-mandatory): Cat Rent: $75/mo. Dog Rent: $75-$100/mo. Parking Fee: N/A - street permit parking Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants.  The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated otherwise. 1200 M A

- NEW RENOVATION! - NO BROKERAGE FEE!! - AVAILABLE FOR ASAP - 01/01/2026 LEASE START DATES! - ONE FREE MONTH!!! - Newly renovated - Split-zone A/C & Heating - Refinished hardwood floors throughout - Brand new kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, new cabinetry - Oversized windows letting in ample natural light - Common laundry in building - Fantastic Cambridge location - Elevator building - Students OK - Pet-Friendly - Bike storage - Extra storage for rent First Month's Rent: $2450.00 Last Month's Rent: $2450.00 Security Deposit: $0.00 (up to 1 month's rent if student and/or if required due to credit/income) Lock & Key Fee: $0.00 Brokerage Fee: $0.00 Total: $4900.00 Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants.  Additional fees (non-mandatory): Cat Rent: $75/mo. Dog Rent: $75-$100/mo. Parking Fee: N/A - street permit parking Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants.  The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated otherwise.

1642 Massachusetts Ave is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02138 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge attendance zone.

* 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.

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

Microwave

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Disposal

Highlights

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Quartz Countertops

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Large Bedrooms

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Broker Fee
    $0

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • 4 units

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Neighborhood

Directly north of Harvard Square, the city’s iconic cultural hub, Neighborhood Nine holds a premier spot in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Sitting northwest of Harvard University, America’s oldest university, Neighborhood Nine boasts a diverse population, walkable streets, tree-lined neighborhoods, and unbeatable amenities.

With great public transit, excellent schools, charming residential streets, and a peaceful atmosphere, it’s almost as if this neighborhood is merely a dream. But luckily for you, it’s real (real upscale). This affluent neighborhood is known for its historic homes, nearby Victorian mansions, and rather pricey apartments, though what do you expect from such a notable neighborhood?

Stop by Danehy Park to play at its numerous athletic fields, explore Fresh Pond Mall’s supermarkets and retailers, and shop your way through Porter Square Shopping Center near the Porter transit stop. Numerous restaurants like Bagelsaurus thrive in this supportive community.

Learn more about living in Neighborhood Nine 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Lesley University
Walk: 2 min 0.2 mi
Lesley University, Porter
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Harvard University
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Cambridge College
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
1642 Massachusetts Ave is within 2 minutes or 0.2 mile from Lesley University. It is also near Lesley University, Porter and Harvard University.
Schools
Peabody
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
318 Students
Attendance Zone
Maria L. Baldwin
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
340 Students
Attendance Zone
Vassal Lane Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
273 Students
Attendance Zone
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
274 Students
Attendance Zone
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,867 Students
Attendance Zone
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
1,012 Students
Nearby
St Peter Elementary School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
203 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Porter Square Station, located 0.5 mile from 1642 Massachusetts Ave. 1642 Massachusetts Ave is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 7.1 miles or 16 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Porter Square Station
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Harvard Square Station
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Davis Station
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Magoun Square
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Gilman Square
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 6 min 3.4 mi
Belmont Center
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
West Medford
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 14 min 7.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 16 min 7.1 mi
Walker's Paradise
96
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
75
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Biker's Paradise
99
Bike Score®
Out of 100
Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1642 Massachusetts Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
University Hall
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Porter Square Galleria
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Harvard Square
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
1642 Massachusetts Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Harvard Museum of Natural History
 Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
 Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Mystic River Reservation
 Drive: 7 min 3.6 mi
1642 Massachusetts Ave has 5 parks within 3.6 miles, including Mineralogical and Geological Museum, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 7 min 3.1 mi
1642 Massachusetts Ave has 3 hospitals within 3.1 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 1.2 miles away and a 2 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 22 min 11.5 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 30 min 17.3 mi
1642 Massachusetts Ave is 11.5 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Linen Closet
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Elevator
  • Gated
  • Bicycle Storage

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Frequently Asked Questions
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

1642 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02138 has studios to three bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,450/mo. to $5,000/mo.

Can I see a model or tour 1642 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02138?

Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.

What neighborhood is the property located in?

1642 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02138 is in Neighborhood Nine in the city of Cambridge. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.6 mile of the property. Five parks are within 3.6 miles, including Mineralogical and Geological Museum, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.

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