$2,695 Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease

166 5th St Unit 3

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Cambridge, MA 02141

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  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    540 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Oct 1

Highlights

  • Furnished
  • Smoke Free
166 5th St Unit 3
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12 Month Lease, $2,695 deposit, Available Oct 1

Sunny first floor apartment close to campus Renovated Kitchen Newer Appliances in Kitchen (New Range, Dishwasher and counter tops) - bring your cooking chops! Kitchen area runs into living room. Bathroom accessible from bedroom. The apartment is in an older building but has a nice updated feel to it. Apt is single occupancy only. Couple okay, but subject to additional fee to cover all-inclusive utilities. Close to Kendall Square and Cambridgeside Galleria T stops. There is a MIT Safe Ride Stop three short blocks away. **rent is all inclusive of everything except Internet**

# Furnished 2-Bedroom Apartment in East Cambridge – Walk to MIT & Kendall Square Enjoy the convenience of living in one of Cambridge's most desirable neighborhoods. This furnished two-bedroom apartment is located on a quiet residential street in East Cambridge, just a short walk to MIT, Kendall Square, and the Red Line. Whether you're a graduate student, researcher, visiting scholar, or biotech professional, this apartment offers an ideal combination of comfort, convenience, and value. The apartment features two private bedrooms, an updated kitchen, and comfortable furnishings, making it easy to move in with minimal hassle. Heat and hot water are included in the rent, helping to simplify your monthly expenses. Shared laundry facilities are conveniently located within the building. ### Apartment Features * Approximately 541 square feet * Two private bedrooms * Furnished (basic furnishings included) * Updated kitchen * Older but functional bathroom * Heat and hot water included * Shared laundry in building (fee applies) * Third-floor apartment * Smoke-free building ### Location Highlights * Easy walk to MIT * Minutes from Kendall Square's biotech and innovation district * Convenient access to the MBTA Red Line * Close to restaurants, cafés, grocery stores, and parks * Easy access to downtown Boston Ideal for: * Graduate students * Visiting scholars * Postdoctoral researchers * Biotech and technology professionals This apartment offers an excellent opportunity to live in one of Cambridge's most sought-after neighborhoods while enjoying the convenience of a furnished home within walking distance of work, school, and public transportation.

166 5th St is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02141 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

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Granite Countertops

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Tile Floors
  • Furnished

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.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Air Conditioning

Property Information

  • Built in 1890
  • 3 units
  • Furnished Units Available

Contact

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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
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.

Learn more about living in Cambridge 
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
MIT
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
166 5th St Unit 3 is within 17 minutes or 0.9 mile from MIT. It is also near Bunker Hill Community College and Cambridge College.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
215 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
235 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
296 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
317 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,096 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
28 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
235 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Lechmere Station, located 0.5 mile from 166 5th St Unit 3. 166 5th St Unit 3 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 4.6 miles or 10 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Walk: 22 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Drive: 9 min 4.1 mi
Drive: 8 min 4.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
Drive: 10 min 4.6 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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Active
Soundscore
73 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 166 5th St Unit 3.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
166 5th St Unit 3 has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 16-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 0.8 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Charles River Reservation
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Boston Public Garden
Drive: 7 min 2.4 mi
Boston National Historical Park
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
166 5th St Unit 3 has 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Museum of Science, Boston Public Garden, and Boston African American National Historic Site.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
166 5th St Unit 3 has 3 hospitals within 1.6 miles, the nearest is Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary which is 1.4 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 28 min 13.7 mi
Drive: 32 min 17.9 mi
Drive: 31 min 18.7 mi
166 5th St Unit 3 has 3 military bases within 18.7 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 13.7 miles away and a 28 minute drive.
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Tile Floors
  • Furnished