$3,900
Total Monthly Price
12 Month Lease
240 Charles St Unit 2
Cambridge, MA 02141
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
1,300 sq ft
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Available
Available Sep 1
Highlights
- Hardwood Floors
- Basement
240 Charles St Unit 2
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$1,950 deposit,
Available Sep 1
Cute 3BD/1BA Located Near Kendall Square! Lovely second-floor 3BD/1BA apartment in a two-family home located close to Kendall Square. This well-maintained unit features hardwood floors throughout, gas heating, and a comfortable layout. The building offers laundry in the basement for added convenience. Apartment Features: Second-floor unit Hardwood floors Gas heat Laundry in building Additional Details No pets Street parking available Available 09/01/2026 A great opportunity to live near Kendall Square with easy access to transit, shops, and restaurants
240 Charles St is a condo 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.
Condo Features
- Heating
- Hardwood Floors
- Basement
- Laundry Facilities
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
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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 | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
240 Charles St Unit 2 is within 16 minutes or 0.8 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 K-5
6 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
28 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Cambridge include Kendall Station, located 0.5 mile from 240 Charles St Unit 2. 240 Charles St Unit 2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 4.7 miles or 10 minutes away.
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
| Walk: | 21 min | 1.1 mi | |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.8 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.7 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.
How It Works
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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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
Active
Soundscore™
68
/ 100
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 240 Charles St Unit 2.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
240 Charles St Unit 2 has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Museum of Science
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Boston African American National Historic Site
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.0 mi |
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Charles River Reservation
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi |
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Boston Public Garden
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.4 mi |
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Boston National Historical Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.5 mi |
240 Charles St Unit 2 has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Museum of Science, Boston Public Garden, and Boston African American National Historic Site.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
240 Charles St Unit 2 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 | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 27 min | 13.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 32 min | 17.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 31 min | 18.8 mi |
240 Charles St Unit 2 has 3 military bases within 18.8 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 13.6 miles away and a 27 minute drive.
Amenities
- Heating
- Hardwood Floors
- Basement
- Laundry Facilities
240 Charles St Unit 2 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.
240 Charles St
Cambridge, MA 02141