Townhomes Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge North Cambridge

$4,000 Total Monthly Price

4 Cogswell Pl

Cambridge, MA 02140

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Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1.5
Square Feet

899 sq ft

Highlights

Landscaped Professionally
Deck
Property is near public transit and schools
Jogging Path
Cooling Available
Park

4 Cogswell Pl

About This Home

$4,000 deposit

Charming and eco-friendly,this Cambridge cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort and sustainability. Nestled in the city yet designed for off-grid living,this home features geothermal heating,solar panels,and a professional landscaped backyard for relaxing or entertaining. Sunlit rooms and a welcoming layout create a peaceful retreat,all steps from shops,dining,and transit. This professionally managed property offers rare city convenience with quiet,self-sufficient living. Unfortunately no pets. Washer and Dryer in basement,one off street private parking spot. MLS# 73482336

4 Cogswell Pl is a townhome located in Middlesex County and the 02140 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.

Home Details

Year Built

Built in 1872

Basement

Laundry in Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Primary bedroom located on second floor 1.5 Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Property Attached Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

899 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $4,000 12 Month Lease Term Rent includes heat, hot water, electricity, garden area, air conditioning

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

22.96 Acre Lot Landscaped Professionally Garden

Outdoor Features

Deck

Parking

1 Open Parking Space 1 Car Parking Space

Utilities

Cooling Available Geothermal Heating and Cooling

Community Details

Amenities

Shops

Overview

Near Conservation Area Property has a Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

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
    
    $4,000

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 Jamie Smith | eXp Realty
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Neighborhood

This walkable, friendly community offers a serene location and favorable amenities. North Cambridge is just two miles northeast of Harvard University and five miles from downtown Boston. The nearby Ivy League University is a staple to the Cambridge Community and is a true educational treasure. North Cambridge belongs to Cambridge Public Schools, a highly rated district in Massachusetts. Cambridge, as well as downtown Boston, offer North Cambridge residents a plethora of amenities including museums, local eateries, historic landmarks, international airport, and water views.

North Cambridge offers public parks to its residents as well as trails throughout the community such as Alewife Linear Path, perfect for walking, running, or biking through town. Buy your fresh produce and garden supplies at Pemberton Farms Marketplace and support local business in North Cambridge. Grab lunch, dinner, or even late night drinks at Christopher’s on Massachusetts Avenue.

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Amenities

Dishwasher
Disposal

Microwave
Range

Refrigerator
Deck

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Lesley University, Porter	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Lesley University	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Harvard University	Drive:	6 min	1.8 mi
Tufts Univ., Medford	Drive:	7 min	2.1 mi

4 Cogswell Pl is within 11 minutes or 0.6 mile from Lesley University, Porter. It is also near Lesley University and Tufts Univ., Medford.

Schools

Peabody

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

320 Students

Attendance Zone

Maria L. Baldwin

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

385 Students

Attendance Zone

Rindge Avenue Upper School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

278 Students

Attendance Zone

Vassal Lane Upper School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

296 Students

Attendance Zone

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

Public High School

Grades 9-12

2,096 Students

Attendance Zone

Wild Rose Montessori School

Private Elementary School

Grades K-6

Nearby

Cambridge Friends School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

143 Students

Nearby

The Cambridge Matignon School

Private High School

Grades 9-12

344 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Porter Square Station, located 0.5 mile from 4 Cogswell Pl. 4 Cogswell Pl is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.8 miles or 18 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Porter Square Station	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Davis Station	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Magoun Square	Drive:	6 min	1.5 mi
Alewife	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi
Ball Square	Drive:	6 min	2.2 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Porter Square	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
West Medford	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Belmont Center	Drive:	7 min	3.3 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	11 min	4.4 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	15 min	7.3 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	18 min	8.8 mi

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Excellent Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

Biker's Paradise

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.

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 4 Cogswell Pl.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Porter Square Shopping Center	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Porter Square Galleria	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
University Hall	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi

4 Cogswell Pl has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 10-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics	Walk:	16 min	0.9 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site	Drive:	5 min	1.4 mi
Harvard Museum of Natural History	Drive:	5 min	1.4 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Drive:	5 min	1.4 mi
Mystic River Reservation	Drive:	7 min	2.7 mi

4 Cogswell Pl has 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Harvard Museum of Natural History.