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$3,900 Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease

178 Columbia St

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Cambridge, MA 02139

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Beds Baths Average SF
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 900 SF

Fees and Policies

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Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

About This Property

Looking for the ultimate modern living experience in Cambridge? Look no further! Our 2BR/2BA apartment boasts an open concept layout, complete with hardwood flooring and a sleek, modern kitchen and baths. And the best part? You'll never have to leave home to do laundry again - this apartment comes with laundry facilities right in unit! Located just minutes from both Kendall and Central Square, you'll be in the heart of all the action. And with availability starting on September 1st, you won't have to wait long to start living your best life. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity - contact us today to schedule a viewing!

178 Columbia St is a townhome located in Middlesex County and the 02139 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge attendance zone.

Townhome Features

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Laundry Facilities
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Neighborhood

On the coast of the Charles River, Cambridgeport neighbors the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and lies just north of Boston University across the river. Just minutes from bustling downtown Boston, Cambridgeport has small town charm with close proximity to big city amenities. On the shore of the Charles River, residents enjoy visiting Magazine Beach Park with great water views and open green space.

Visit Asgard Irish Pub for delicious eats in an old-timey, classic pub setting. For a colorful, lively atmosphere with diverse cuisine and late night shows, venture over to The Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub. While in Cambridgeport, you’ll want to visit the MIT Museum, filled with galleries and exhibits focused on research and innovation. Get out on the water with the Riverside Boat Club and join the hundreds of rowers in this non-profit community gem.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 446 Sq Ft $1,900 $3,208 $12,000
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 2302-2304 Sq Ft $1,250 $3,169 $10,907
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1934-1937 Sq Ft $2,280 $3,999 $16,139
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 2667-2668 Sq Ft $3,000 $4,584 $8,000
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 4324 Sq Ft $980 $4,853 $8,000
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Laundry Facilities
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
MIT
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Cambridge College
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Harvard University
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
178 Columbia St is within 13 minutes or 0.7 mile from MIT. It is also near Cambridge College and Harvard University.
Schools
Cambridgeport
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
255 Students
Attendance Zone
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
254 Students
Attendance Zone
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
251 Students
Attendance Zone
Cambridge Street Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
293 Students
Attendance Zone
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,867 Students
Attendance Zone
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-K
51 Students
Nearby
St. Paul's Choir School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades 4-8
28 Students
Nearby
The Henry Buckner School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-1
6 Students
Nearby
Farr James F
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
Nearby
Castle School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Central Square Station, located 0.5 mile from 178 Columbia St. 178 Columbia St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.5 miles or 13 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Central Square Station
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Kendall Station
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Union Square
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Lechmere Station
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
East Somerville
Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
North Station
Drive: 7 min 2.4 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 10 min 2.7 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 13 min 5.5 mi

Walkability Near 178 Columbia St Cambridge, MA 02139

Walker's Paradise
97
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Good Transit
69
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
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0
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 178 Columbia St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Residences at University Park
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Twin City Plaza
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
330-340 River Street
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
178 Columbia St has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Harvard Museum of Natural History
 Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Museum of Science
 Drive: 6 min 1.8 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 5 min 2.2 mi
178 Columbia St has 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Coit Observatory.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
178 Columbia St has 3 hospitals within 1.7 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 0.7 mile away and a 13 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 25 min 12.9 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 29 min 17.0 mi
178 Columbia St is 12.9 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.

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