Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

872 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139 has two bedrooms available and rents for $3,750/mo.

Can I see a model or tour 872 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139?

Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.

What neighborhood is the property located in?

872 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139 is in Riverside in the city of Cambridge. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.2 miles of the property. Five parks are within 2.5 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge Riverside 872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502

$3,750 / Month

872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502

Cambridge, MA 02139

Today

508-450-0635

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

2
Square Feet

1,000 sq ft
Available

Available Aug 1

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872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502

About This Home

$3,750 deposit, Available Aug 1

Rare 2 bed 2 bath corner layout on 5th floor of elevator building between Harvard & MIT. Great layout for roommates or for those looking for a dedicated office space. Kitchen is updated with granite counters and stainless steel appliances,and opens into large living room that gets lots of natural light. Plenty of space in the living room. Both bedrooms are spacious with double closets. One bedroom has an en-suite bath and the other bedroom has it's own full bath with shower directly across the hall. Large balcony overlooking Cambridge and toward Boston. Heat & Hot Water included in rent. Aug 1 start. MLS# 73388317

872 Massachusetts Ave is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02139 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. 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

Accessible Home Design

Entry on the 5th floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

2 Full Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Apartment

Interior Spaces

1,000 Sq Ft Home

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $3,750 Property Available on 8/1/25 Assessor Parcel Number 407294 Rent includes heat, hot water, water, sewer, snow removal, gardener, extra storage

Lot Details

1,000 Sq Ft Lot

Outdoor Features

Balcony

Utilities

No Cooling

Community Details

Amenities

Laundry Facilities

Overview

Property has a Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Pet policies are negotiable.

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Listed by Tim McDonald | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
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Amenities

Elevator

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Neighborhood

As one of the top-ranking neighborhoods to live in in the city of Cambridge, Riverside is a premier spot for waterfront views, outdoor recreation, and a happening nightlife scene. Large, colorful homes and historic buildings mark this neighborhood with local charm that you won’t want to miss. Exuding a college-town vibe, Riverside is situated directly south of Harvard University, so though the neighborhood feels family-friendly, it’s also very youthful due to the proximity to this prestigious university.

But Harvard isn’t the only school in walking distance of Riverside. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (known as MIT) is just two miles from Riverside, making this neighborhood an educational hub. Whether you want to walk, drive, or make use of public transit, by bus or subway, this area is very commuter-friendly.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Cambridge College	Walk:	4 min	0.2 mi
MIT	Walk:	17 min	0.9 mi
Harvard University	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Boston University	Drive:	4 min	2.1 mi

872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502 is within 4 minutes or 0.2 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near Harvard University and MIT.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Central Square Station, located 0.3 mile from 872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502. 872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.2 miles or 15 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Central Square Station	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Harvard Square Station	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Union Square	Drive:	4 min	1.2 mi
Kendall Station	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Boston University West Station	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Porter Square	Drive:	3 min	1.8 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	5 min	2.8 mi
Back Bay Station	Drive:	10 min	2.9 mi
North Station	Drive:	9 min	2.9 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	13 min	7.4 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	15 min	6.2 mi

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

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Residences at University Park	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
330-340 River Street	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Harvard Square	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi

872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502 has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Harvard Museum of Natural History	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Charles River Reservation	Drive:	6 min	2.3 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	5 min	2.5 mi

872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502 has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute	Drive:	6 min	2.4 mi

872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502 has 3 hospitals within 2.4 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 0.6 mile away and a 11 minute walk.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base	Drive:	24 min	12.5 mi
US Military Reservation	Drive:	28 min	16.6 mi

872 Massachusetts Ave Unit 502 is 12.5 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.