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$7,250 Total Monthly Price

181 Putnam Ave

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Cambridge, MA 02138

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  • Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    3.5

  • Square Feet

    2,011 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit and schools
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Community Pool
  • Tennis Courts
  • Jogging Path
  • Park
181 Putnam Ave
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About This Home

$7,250 deposit, Available Now

Fully renovated in 2017,this 3BR/3.5BA townhouse-style condo is in a prime Cambridge location,blocks from the Charles River,Central Square,and neighborhood parks. Multi-level home with open-concept main level with hardwood floors,abundant natural light,a well-appointed kitchen and gas fireplace. Two bedrooms plus a full bath on the second level. The top floor is a private primary suite retreat with its own en suite bath. Flexible lower-level space with a full bathroom and bonus room. ideal for office,guest room,or media area. In-unit laundry,central A/C,and 1 assigned parking space behind the building. Unbeatable location between Harvard,Central,and Kendall Squares,with easy access to river paths,parks,dining,and transit. A rare combination of comfort,space,parking and privacy in the heart of it all. MLS ID 73550674

181 Putnam Ave is a townhome 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.

Home Details

Year Built

Built in 1905

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

3.5 Bathrooms 3 Bedrooms

Home Design

Property Attached Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

1 Fireplace 2,011 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Freezer Dishwasher

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $7,250 Property Available on 8/1/26 Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Parking

1 Open Parking Space 1 Car Parking Space

Utilities

Cooling Available Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Shops

Overview

Property has a Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis

Recreation

Community Pool Tennis Courts Jogging Path Park Bike Trail

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
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $7,250

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.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Contact

  • Listed by Meredith Stoddard | Compass
  • Phone Number
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    MLS Property Information Network
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

As one of the top-ranking neighborhoods to live in in the city of Cambridge, Riverside is a premier spot for waterfront views, outdoor recreation, and a happening nightlife scene. Large, colorful homes and historic buildings mark this neighborhood with local charm that you won’t want to miss. Exuding a college-town vibe, Riverside is situated directly south of Harvard University, so though the neighborhood feels family-friendly, it’s also very youthful due to the proximity to this prestigious university.

But Harvard isn’t the only school in walking distance of Riverside. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (known as MIT) is just two miles from Riverside, making this neighborhood an educational hub. Whether you want to walk, drive, or make use of public transit, by bus or subway, this area is very commuter-friendly.

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Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Range
  • Freezer
  • Basement
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Cambridge College
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Harvard University
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Boston University
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
MIT
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
181 Putnam Ave is within 7 minutes or 0.4 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near Harvard University and MIT.
Schools
Martin Luther King, Jr. School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
401 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10
The Amigos School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
421 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
286 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10
Cambridge Street Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
317 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,096 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
54 Students
Nearby
James F Farr Academy
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
29 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Central Square Station, located 0.6 mile from 181 Putnam Ave. 181 Putnam Ave is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.0 miles or 14 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Central Square Station
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Harvard Square Station
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
St Paul Street Station
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Boston University West Station
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Pleasant Street Station
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Lansdowne
Drive: 3 min 2.1 mi
Ruggles
Drive: 7 min 3.0 mi
Back Bay
Drive: 7 min 3.7 mi
North Station
Drive: 10 min 4.0 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 11 min 6.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 14 min 8.0 mi
Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 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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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 181 Putnam Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
330-340 River Street
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Memorial Plaza
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Galleria At Harvard Square
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
181 Putnam Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 14-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
 Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi
181 Putnam Ave has 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Coit Observatory.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
181 Putnam Ave has 3 hospitals within 1.8 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 1.0 miles away and a 19 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 24 min 12.8 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 27 min 16.0 mi
Fort Miller
Drive: 36 min 21.4 mi
181 Putnam Ave has 3 military bases within 21.4 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 12.8 miles away and a 24 minute drive.

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