Houses Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge

$5,000 Total Monthly Price

56 Spring St

Cambridge, MA 02141

617-276-2512

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

960 sq ft
Available

Available May 9

Highlights

Medical Services
Property is near public transit and schools
Tennis Courts
Jogging Path
Fenced Yard
No Cooling

56 Spring St

About This Home

$5,000 deposit, Available May 9

AVAILABLE 7/01/2026 - FURNISHED single-family home. Located in the desirable neighborhood of East Cambridge,just a few blocks from the innovation hub of Kendall Square! This residence has flexible lease terms ranging from 3-12 months. It is conveniently situated only 1 mile from MIT and within a 15-minute walk to the Kendall/MIT red line station. Additionally,it is less than a 10-minute walk to Lechmere Station and Cambridge Crossing. This home features two bedrooms and a spacious full bathroom. The large eat-in kitchen can comfortably accommodates a big dining table,and there is also a private fenced-in patio area accessible from the kitchen. The home boasts high ceilings,new appliances,and private laundry facilities. It is just a few blocks from the Charles River,The Foundry,and CambridgeSide Galleria. It offers easy access to Massachusetts General Hospital,Beacon Hill,and the North End. Garage Parking Available for rent 5 min walk. MLS ID 73513889

56 Spring St is a house located in Middlesex County and the 02141 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge School District 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

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 1886

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1 Full Bathroom 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

960 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Dishwasher

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $5,000 Property Available on 7/1/26 Assessor Parcel Number M:00024 L:00017,400384 Rent includes water, sewer

Location

Property is near public transit and schools

Lot Details

Fenced Yard

Outdoor Features

Patio

Utilities

No Cooling Baseboard Heating Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops

Overview

Near Conservation Area No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

No Pets Allowed

Recreation

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 Emma Guardia & Team | Compass
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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

Dishwasher
Range

Refrigerator
Fenced Lot

Patio

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.

Schools

Kennedy-Longfellow

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

215 Students

Attendance Zone

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

235 Students

Attendance Zone

Vassal Lane Upper School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

296 Students

Attendance Zone

Cambridge Street Upper School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

317 Students

Attendance Zone

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

Public High School

Grades 9-12

2,096 Students

Attendance Zone

Boston Children's School

Private Elementary School

Grades PK-5

28 Students

Nearby

The Newman School

Private Middle & High School

Grades 6-12

235 Students

Nearby

Commonwealth School

Private High School

Grades 9-12

148 Students

Nearby

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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
North Station	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Back Bay Station	Drive:	9 min	2.6 mi
South Station	Drive:	5 min	2.7 mi
Ruggles Station	Drive:	9 min	3.0 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	9 min	4.3 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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Traffic

Airport

Businesses

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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
Bunker Hill Mall	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi

56 Spring St has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 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
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 Hospital for Children - Boston	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi