Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge

$5,000 Total Monthly Price

34 Foster St Unit 34

Cambridge, MA 02138

617-504-6330

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,500 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Golf Course Community
Medical Services
Open Floorplan
Custom Closet System
Property is near public transit and schools
Vaulted Ceiling

34 Foster St Unit 34

About This Home

$5,000 deposit, Available Now

Exceptional architect-designed duplex by Jeremiah Eck in one of Cambridge’s most beloved neighborhoods. This stunning 2BR/2BA home spans the 2nd and 3rd floors of 34 Foster Street. Eck’s celebrated mastery of scale and light is on full display,with soaring ceilings and oversized divided-light windows framing a lush green canopy and dissolving the boundary between indoors and out. The open living and dining area,with warm hardwood floors,flows effortlessly into a beautifully appointed kitchen with breakfast bar and pantry,ideal for entertaining or everyday living. The second floor includes a generous bedroom and bright home office/study offering flexible living options. Upstairs,the lofted primary suite features skylights,abundant storage,and a private full bath. Just moments from Harvard Square,the Red Line,and the Charles River trails,this luminous residence blends architectural brilliance with exceptional convenience. MLS ID 73520373

34 Foster St is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02138 ZIP Code.

* 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 1889 | Remodeled

Basement

Laundry in Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Custom Closet System Walk-In Closet Bathtub with Shower Separate Shower 2 Full Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms Primary bedroom located on third floor

Flooring

Wood Ceramic Tile Wall to Wall Carpet

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

Open Floorplan Vaulted Ceiling Home Office Skylights Recessed Lighting 1,500 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Solid Surface Countertops Breakfast Bar ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator Range

Laundry

ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $5,000 Property Available on 8/1/26 Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, gardener, extra storage, laundry facilities

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

2.3 Acre Lot

Utilities

Cooling Available High Speed Internet Heating System Uses Natural Gas Cable TV Available

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops Coin Laundry

Overview

Near Conservation Area No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

Golf Course Community 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
    
    $5,000

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.

Contact

Listed by The Petrowsky Jones Group | Compass
Phone Number
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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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Amenities

Range

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Harvard University	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Cambridge College	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Lesley University	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Lesley University, Porter	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi

34 Foster St Unit 34 is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from Harvard University. It is also near Lesley University and Cambridge College.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Harvard Square Station, located 0.7 mile from 34 Foster St Unit 34. 34 Foster St Unit 34 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 9.1 miles or 16 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Harvard Square Station	Walk:	12 min	0.7 mi
Central Square Station	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Porter Square Station	Drive:	3 min	1.7 mi
Alewife	Drive:	4 min	2.3 mi
Davis Station	Drive:	5 min	2.4 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Porter Square	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	6 min	3.2 mi
Belmont Center	Drive:	7 min	3.6 mi
West Medford	Drive:	9 min	4.6 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	12 min	6.4 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	16 min	9.1 mi

Getting Around

Very Walkable

Walkability

80 / 100

Good Public Transit

Transit

70 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

60 / 100

Exceptionally Bikeable

Bikeability

90 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 34 Foster St Unit 34.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Galleria At Harvard Square	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Harvard Square	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi

34 Foster St Unit 34 has 2 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 11-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Longfellow National Historic Site	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Harvard Museum of Natural History	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	7 min	3.0 mi

34 Foster St Unit 34 has 5 parks within 3.0 miles, including Longfellow National Historic Site, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, and Harvard Museum of Natural History.