Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge

$3,250 Total Monthly Price

42 Linnaean St Unit 2

Cambridge, MA 02138

617-306-4286

Bedrooms

1
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

545 sq ft
Available

Available Sep 1

Highlights

Property is near public transit and schools
Community Pool
Tennis Courts
Jogging Path
No Cooling
Park

42 Linnaean St Unit 2

About This Home

$3,250 deposit, Available Sep 1

Classic Cambridge charm in one of the city's most coveted locations between Porter and Harvard Squares on a tree-lined street. This well-maintained 1BR/1BA in a handsome 1920s courtyard building offers character and a great layout. The living room is bright and generously sized,with two large windows,original hardwood floors and is open to the galley kitchen has a window and has been finished with white cabinetry offering a functional space with nice storage. The bedroom is comfortably sized with a closet and hardwood floors throughout. The bathroom features subway tile walls,a mosaic tile floor,and a tub/shower combo. Window AC. Shared laundry in basement. No parking. No smoking building. Easy access to the Red Line & busses at Porter or Harvard,independent restaurants,cafés,shops and lifestyle with daily conveniences close at hand. MLS ID 73543820

42 Linnaean 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 1920

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom 1 Bedroom

Home Design

Apartment Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

545 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Freezer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,250 Property Available on 9/1/26 Assessor Parcel Number 415382 Rent includes heat, hot water, extra storage

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Utilities

No Cooling Heating System Uses Steam

Community Details

Amenities

Shops Laundry Facilities

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

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
    
    $3,250

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.

Details

Utilities Included

Heat

Contact

Listed by Meredith Stoddard | Compass
Phone Number
Source

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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

Heating

Range

Freezer

Basement

Expenses

Utilities Included

Heat Included

Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Lesley University	Walk:	3 min	0.2 mi
Lesley University, Porter	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Harvard University	Drive:	2 min	1.1 mi
Cambridge College	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi

42 Linnaean St Unit 2 is within 3 minutes or 0.2 mile from Lesley University. It is also near Lesley University, Porter and Harvard University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Porter Square Station, located 0.5 mile from 42 Linnaean St Unit 2. 42 Linnaean St Unit 2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 7.1 miles or 17 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Porter Square Station	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Davis Station	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Harvard Square Station	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Magoun Square	Drive:	5 min	1.6 mi
Alewife	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Porter Square	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Belmont Center	Drive:	7 min	3.1 mi
West Medford	Drive:	8 min	3.5 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	7 min	3.8 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	14 min	7.1 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	17 min	7.1 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

90 / 100

Good Public Transit

Transit

70 / 100

Fairly Drivable

Drivability

40 / 100

Very Bikeable

Bikeability

80 / 100

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77 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 42 Linnaean St Unit 2.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
University Hall	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Porter Square Galleria	Walk:	10 min	0.5 mi
Porter Square Shopping Center	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi

42 Linnaean St Unit 2 has 3 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
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Harvard Museum of Natural History	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site	Drive:	2 min	1.2 mi
Mystic River Reservation	Drive:	7 min	3.2 mi

42 Linnaean St Unit 2 has 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Mineralogical and Geological Museum.