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298 Harvard St

298 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA 02139

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  • Walker's Paradise
  • Bike-Friendly Area

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  • Built in 1890
  • 4 units/3 stories

About 298 Harvard St Cambridge, MA 02139

Enjoy Cambridge living at 298 Harvard St. This property is situated in the Mid Cambridge area of Cambridge. The professional leasing staff is ready to help you find the best floor plan for your lifestyle. At 298 Harvard St you're home.

298 Harvard St is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02139 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge attendance zone.

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
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Neighborhood

Mid-Cambridge is a predominantly residential neighborhood brimming with apartments and townhomes available for rent. Central Square, Harvard Square, and Inman Square are all within easy walking distance of Mid-Cambridge, providing residents with abundant options for shopping, dining, entertainment, and public transportation.

Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are both walkable from Mid-Cambridge as well, making the neighborhood a popular choice among students, faculty, and staff of these institutions. Lush surroundings and green spaces like Joan Lorentz Park and Harvard Yard lend a sense of serenity to the neighborhood while the shops, bars, and eateries of bustling Massachusetts Avenue ensure there is always something to do in Mid-Cambridge.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 2144-2145 Sq Ft $1,750 $2,364 $2,800
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 2839-2841 Sq Ft $1,600 $2,782 $4,260
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 3050-3053 Sq Ft $1,695 $3,321 $4,800
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 4344-4345 Sq Ft $1,560 $4,869 $9,900
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 3521 Sq Ft $1,010 $4,969 $15,600
Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Cambridge College
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
MIT
Walk: 20 min 1.0 mi
Harvard University
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Lesley University
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
298 Harvard St is within 6 minutes or 0.3 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near Harvard University and MIT.
Schools
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
Charter Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
999 Students
Nearby
King Open
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
371 Students
Nearby
Cambridgeport
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
255 Students
Attendance Zone
Martin Luther King Jr.
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
332 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
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
James F Farr Academy
Private Middle & High School
Grades 8-12
29 Students
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 0.4 mile from 298 Harvard St. 298 Harvard St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.3 miles or 14 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Central Square Station
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Harvard Square Station
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Union Square
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Kendall Station
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
East Somerville
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 5 min 2.9 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 11 min 3.0 mi
North Station
Drive: 8 min 3.2 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 13 min 7.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 14 min 6.3 mi

Walkability Near 298 Harvard St Cambridge, MA 02139

Walker's Paradise
96
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
78
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Biker's Paradise
99
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.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 298 Harvard St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Residences at University Park
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Harvard Square
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Galleria At Harvard Square
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
298 Harvard St has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 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
 Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 7 min 2.4 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
298 Harvard St has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
298 Harvard St has 3 hospitals within 2.2 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 0.4 mile away and a 8 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 24 min 12.7 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 29 min 16.7 mi
298 Harvard St is 12.7 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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Does 298 Harvard St have in-unit laundry?

298 Harvard St does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 298 Harvard St?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is 298 Harvard St pet-friendly?

298 Harvard St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

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