88 Putnam Ave Unit 1
Cambridge, MA 02139
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Bedrooms
2
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
1,500 sq ft
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Available
Available Now
Highlights
- Hardwood Floors
- Smoke Free

About This Home
Spacious 2-bed, 2-bath apartment in Victorian 2-family house between Harvard and Central Square Entire first floor of 1885 Victorian two-family, owner-occupied house, within walking distance of Harvard and MIT, just minutes from Harvard and Central Squares and two blocks from the Charles River. Two spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. Large sunny living room, dining room, and kitchen. Generous closet space. High ceilings. Approximately 1500 sq ft total. Hardwood parquet floors throughout. Access to outdoor space, including first floor wrap-around porch. Both bathrooms have just been entirely renovated, with new showers, tub, sinks, toilets, and tiling. Kitchen has also just been renovated, including new stove and refinished hardwood floor. The entire unit has also just been repainted. New light fixtures throughout, including chandeliers hung from original plaster ceiling medallions. Lots of light throughout, with multiple large windows in each room. Faux-wood venetian blinds will be installed on Aug. 5. Central A/C will be installed no later than Spring 2026. The unit is certified to be deleaded. On street parking. For rent by owner. No agents, no fees.
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.
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Hardwood Floors
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
- High Ceilings
- Storage Space
- Porch
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Utilities Included
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Water
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Property Information
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Built in 1885
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2 units
Contact
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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.
Learn more about living in RiversideColleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi |

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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.
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Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.1 mi |
Drive: | 12 min | 7.0 mi |
Airports | Distance | ||
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Airports | Distance | ||
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 14 min | 8.2 mi |
Time and distance from 88 Putnam Ave Unit 1.
Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi | |
Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi | |
Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
Harvard Museum of Natural History
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
Longfellow National Historic Site
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
Coit Observatory
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
Hospitals | Distance | ||
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Hospitals | Distance | ||
Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi | |
Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
Military Bases | Distance | ||
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Military Bases | Distance | ||
Drive: | 23 min | 12.5 mi | |
Drive: | 27 min | 16.2 mi |
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Hardwood Floors
- Dining Room
- High Ceilings
- Storage Space
- Porch
88 Putnam Ave Unit 1 Photos
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Living room
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Dining room
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Dining room
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Foyer
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Kitchen, looking towards front
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Kitchen, looking towards side
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Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 2
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Bathroom 1
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