$2,200 - $2,900
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
1642 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
300 - 580 sq ft
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Available
Available Now
Highlights
- Pets Allowed
- Walk-In Closets
- Hardwood Floors
- Gated
- Smoke Free
1642 Massachusetts Ave
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3 Available Units
B3
$2,200
Total Monthly Price
Studio,
1 bath,
300 sq ft
12 Month Lease, $2,200 deposit,
Available Now
108
$2,775
Total Monthly Price
1 bed,
1 bath,
510 sq ft
12 Month Lease, $2,775 deposit,
Available Now
109
$2,900
Total Monthly Price
2 beds,
1 bath,
580 sq ft
12 Month Lease, $2,900 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,
$2,200 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
AVAILABLE NOW! NO BROKERAGE FEE! UP TO 1 MONTH FREE (on qualifying lease terms)! - New renovation in heart of Cambridge - Hardwood floors throughout - Huge windows letting in ample natural light - Flexible layout - Large closet space - Brand new kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, built-in microwave, and generous storage - Luxury renovated bathroom w/ glass shower door - Central A/C & Heating - Common app-operated laundry - Pet-friendly (breed restrictions apply; fees may apply) - Students OK - Additional storage on site for rent - Complementary bike storage - Package room - Security guard on site First Month's Rent: $2,200.00 Last Month's Rent: $2,200.00 Security Deposit: $1,000.00 Lock & Key Fee: $0.00 Brokerage Fee: $0.00 Total: $5,400.00 Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants. Additional fees (non-mandatory): Cat Rent: $75/mo. Dog Rent: $75/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 School District 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
Indoor Features
- 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
- Tile Floors
- High Ceilings
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Double Pane Windows
- Large Bedrooms
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.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Broker Fee$0
- Dogs Allowed
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Fees not specified
- Cats Allowed
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Fees not specified
- Parking
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Utilities Included
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Water
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Property Information
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4 units
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Location
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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 | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| 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
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
320 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
385 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
296 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
278 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,096 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
1,439 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
192 Students
Nearby
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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.
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.4 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.4 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi |
| Drive: | 14 min | 7.2 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 16 min | 7.1 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from 1642 Massachusetts Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi | |
| 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 | ||
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Harvard Museum of Natural History
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Mineralogical and Geological Museum
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Longfellow National Historic Site
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Mystic River Reservation
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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 | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| 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 | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 22 min | 11.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 30 min | 17.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 36 min | 21.2 mi |
1642 Massachusetts Ave has 3 military bases within 21.2 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 11.5 miles away and a 22 minute drive.
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
- Tile Floors
- High Ceilings
- Views
- Walk-In Closets
- Linen Closet
- Double Pane Windows
- Large Bedrooms
- Laundry Facilities
- Elevator
- Gated
- Bicycle Storage
1642 Massachusetts Ave Photos
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1642 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138