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$4,200 Total Monthly Price
7 Month Lease

88 Putnam Ave Unit #1

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Cambridge, MA 02139

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  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Square Feet

    1,589 sq ft

  • Available

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Highlights

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke Free
88 Putnam Ave Unit #1
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About This Home

7 Month Lease, $4,200 deposit, Available Now

Brimming with character and natural light, this beautifully maintained Riverside apartment combines timeless Cambridge charm with modern convenience. Set within an owner-occupied 1885 Victorian two-family home, it features high ceilings, large windows, parquet floors, and original architectural details that create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. The home offers spacious bedrooms, an updated kitchen, and two full bathrooms that blend classic craftsmanship with modern finishes. A formal dining room with a decorative fireplace, period millwork, and a built-in hutch evokes the elegance of a bygone era. Enjoy in-unit laundry, a wraparound porch ideal for relaxing or outdoor dining, and a freshly painted interior. This home is also certified deleaded. Perfectly situated between Harvard and Central Squares with easy access to Harvard University, HBS, the Charles River, and nearby cafés, shops, and restaurants, this home offers the best of Victorian charm and modern urban living. Water and sewer included in the rent. First, Last and Security Deposit due upon leasing. AC will be installed no later than April 2026.

Brimming with character and natural light, this beautifully maintained Riverside apartment combines timeless Cambridge charm with modern convenience. Set within an owner-occupied 1885 Victorian two-family home, it features high ceilings, large windows, parquet floors, and original architectural details that create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. The home offers spacious bedrooms, an updated kitchen, and two full bathrooms that blend classic craftsmanship with modern finishes. A formal dining room with a decorative fireplace, period millwork, and a built-in hutch evokes the elegance of a bygone era. Enjoy in-unit laundry, a wraparound porch ideal for relaxing or outdoor dining, and a freshly painted interior. This home is also certified deleaded. Perfectly situated between Harvard and Central Squares with easy access to Harvard University, HBS, the Charles River, and nearby cafés, shops, and restaurants, this home offers the best of Victorian charm and modern urban living. Water and sewer included in the rent. AC will be installed no later than April 2026.

88 Putnam Ave is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02139 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.

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Dining Room
  • High Ceilings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Porch

Fees and Policies

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

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Broker Fee
    $0

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • Built in 1885
  • 2 units

Contact

  • Listed by Edward Jones
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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
Harvard University
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Lesley University
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
MIT
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
88 Putnam Ave Unit #1 is within 4 minutes or 0.2 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near Harvard University and MIT.
Schools
Martin Luther King Jr.
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
332 Students
Attendance Zone
The Amigos School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
407 Students
Attendance Zone
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
251 Students
Attendance Zone
Cambridge Street Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
293 Students
Attendance Zone
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,867 Students
Attendance Zone
St. Paul's Choir School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades 4-8
28 Students
Nearby
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-K
51 Students
Nearby
Castle School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Harvard Square Station, located 0.6 mile from 88 Putnam Ave Unit #1. 88 Putnam Ave Unit #1 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.2 miles or 14 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Harvard Square Station
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Central Square Station
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
St Paul Street Station
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Boston University West Station
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Pleasant Street Station
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 4 min 2.3 mi
Ruggles Station
Drive: 7 min 3.2 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 10 min 4.1 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 12 min 7.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 14 min 8.2 mi
Walker's Paradise
96
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
76
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Biker's Paradise
99
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.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 88 Putnam Ave Unit #1.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
330-340 River Street
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Galleria At Harvard Square
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Harvard Square
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
88 Putnam Ave Unit #1 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 Museum of Natural History
 Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
 Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
88 Putnam Ave Unit #1 has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
88 Putnam Ave Unit #1 has 3 hospitals within 2.0 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 0.8 mile away and a 16 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 23 min 12.5 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 27 min 16.2 mi
88 Putnam Ave Unit #1 is 12.5 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Dining Room
  • High Ceilings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Porch

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