Houses Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge

$4,950 Total Monthly Price

56 Spring St

Cambridge, MA 02141

617-276-2512

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

960 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Patio
Basement
Fenced Lot

56 Spring St

About This Home

$5,000 deposit, Available Now

Available 8/1/2026! Don't miss this charming 2-bedroom,1-bath single-family home in the heart of highly sought-after East Cambridge,just blocks from Kendall Square and Cambridge Crossing. Offering flexible lease terms from 6–12+ months (longer leases welcomed),this home is perfect for professionals,faculty,visiting researchers,or anyone looking to enjoy one of Cambridge's most convenient neighborhoods. The home features a spacious,updated eat-in kitchen with newer appliances,gas cooking,and plenty of room for a full-size dining table. The kitchen opens directly to a private,fenced patio—ideal for relaxing,entertaining,or dining outdoors. Additional highlights include high ceilings,an updated bathroom,private in-unit laundry,central air conditioning,and abundant natural light throughout. Located just 1 mile from MIT,you'll be within a 15-minute walk to the Kendall/MIT Red Line station and less than a 10-minute walk to Lechmere Station and Cambridge Crossing. MLS ID 73547943

56 Spring St is a house located in Middlesex County and the 02141 ZIP Code.

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* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

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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.

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Contact

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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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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
MIT	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Suffolk University	Drive:	5 min	1.8 mi
Bunker Hill Community College	Drive:	5 min	2.3 mi
Emerson College	Drive:	7 min	2.3 mi

56 Spring St is within 3 minutes or 1.2 miles from MIT. It is also near Bunker Hill Community College and Suffolk University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Lechmere Station, located 0.3 mile from 56 Spring St. 56 Spring St is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 4.6 miles or 10 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Lechmere Station	Walk:	5 min	0.3 mi
Kendall Station	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Charles/Mgh Station	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Community College Station	Drive:	7 min	2.6 mi
Science Park Station	Drive:	5 min	2.6 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Boston	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi
North Station	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Back Bay	Drive:	7 min	2.7 mi
Boston	Drive:	8 min	4.1 mi
South Station	Drive:	9 min	4.1 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	10 min	4.6 mi

Getting Around

Exceptionally Walkable

Walkability

100 / 100

Exceptional Public Transit

Transit

90 / 100

Fairly Drivable

Drivability

40 / 100

Exceptionally Bikeable

Bikeability

90 / 100

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67 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 56 Spring St.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Cambridgeside	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Twin City Plaza	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
174-180 Somerville Ave	Walk:	17 min	0.9 mi

56 Spring St has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 17-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Museum of Science	Walk:	14 min	0.7 mi
Boston African American National Historic Site	Drive:	5 min	1.9 mi
Boston National Historical Park	Drive:	5 min	2.4 mi
Boston Public Garden	Drive:	7 min	2.4 mi
Charles River Reservation	Drive:	7 min	2.5 mi

56 Spring St has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Museum of Science, Boston Public Garden, and Boston African American National Historic Site.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary	Drive:	4 min	1.3 mi
Massachusetts General Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.4 mi
Shriners Children's Boston	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi