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$3,500 Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease

229 Charles St Unit 1

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Cambridge, MA 02141

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  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Square Feet

    999 sq ft

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  • Smoke Free
229 Charles St Unit 1
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12 Month Lease, $3,500 deposit, Available Now

Discover an exceptional East Cambridge gem. This expansive two-bedroom, two-bath residence has a well-designed layout that effortlessly blends everyday comfort and smart style, you’ll feel at home the moment you walk in. Situated just blocks from the scenic Charles River, this location offers seamless access to the heart of Cambridge’s innovation corridor—from MIT and Kendall Square to the main streets of Harvard and Central. Reach the Green and Red Lines in mere minutes and enjoy the freedom of effortless commuting. Available NOW at $3,500—This is your opportunity to claim a thoughtfully laid-out home in a location that truly delivers.

229 Charles St is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02141 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

  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry Facilities

Fees and Policies

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

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water

Property Information

  • Built in 1920
  • 2 units

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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.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
MIT
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Cambridge College
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Suffolk University
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Bunker Hill Community College
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
229 Charles St Unit 1 is within 16 minutes or 0.9 mile from MIT. It is also near Bunker Hill Community College and Cambridge College.
Schools
Kennedy-Longfellow
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
184 Students
Attendance Zone
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
254 Students
Attendance Zone
Cambridge Street Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
293 Students
Attendance Zone
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
251 Students
Attendance Zone
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,867 Students
Attendance Zone
The Henry Buckner School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-1
6 Students
Nearby
Advent School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-6
200 Students
Nearby
Farr James F
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Kendall Station, located 0.5 mile from 229 Charles St Unit 1. 229 Charles St Unit 1 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 4.7 miles or 10 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Kendall Station
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Lechmere Station
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Union Square
Walk: 21 min 1.1 mi
Charles/Mgh Station
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
East Somerville
Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
North Station
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 9 min 2.7 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 8 min 2.8 mi
South Station
Drive: 5 min 2.8 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 10 min 4.7 mi
Walker's Paradise
95
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
98
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.
Active
69
Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Airport:

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 229 Charles St Unit 1.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Twin City Plaza
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Cambridgeside Galleria
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Cobble Hill Center
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
229 Charles St Unit 1 has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 3-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: 17 min 0.9 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 2.5 mi
229 Charles St Unit 1 has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Museum of Science, Boston Public Garden, and Boston African American National Historic Site.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
229 Charles St Unit 1 has 3 hospitals within 1.5 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 1.3 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 27 min 13.6 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 32 min 17.9 mi
229 Charles St Unit 1 is 13.6 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Amenities
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry Facilities

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