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Harvard University Housing

20 Prescott St, Cambridge, MA 02138

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Bike-Friendly Area
  • Fireplace

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Property Information

  • Built in 1916
  • 39 units/4 stories

Harvard University Housing is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02138 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge School District attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Recycling

Apartment Features

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Disposal

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Refrigerator
Location
20 Prescott St, Cambridge,
MA 02138
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Mid-Cambridge is a predominantly residential neighborhood brimming with apartments and townhomes available for rent. Central Square, Harvard Square, and Inman Square are all within easy walking distance of Mid-Cambridge, providing residents with abundant options for shopping, dining, entertainment, and public transportation.

Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are both walkable from Mid-Cambridge as well, making the neighborhood a popular choice among students, faculty, and staff of these institutions. Lush surroundings and green spaces like Joan Lorentz Park and Harvard Yard lend a sense of serenity to the neighborhood while the shops, bars, and eateries of bustling Massachusetts Avenue ensure there is always something to do in Mid-Cambridge.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Mid-Cambridge Cambridge, MA
Studio $2,249 $2,877
1 Bedroom $2,718 $3,395
2 Bedrooms $3,534 $4,343
3 Bedrooms $4,539 $5,318

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 2429 Sq Ft $1,750 $2,495 $2,950
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 1748-1751 Sq Ft $1,525 $2,875 $4,260
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 2646-2660 Sq Ft $2,050 $3,696 $5,450
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 2719 Sq Ft $1,560 $4,759 $9,900
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 3167 Sq Ft $890 $5,270 $16,750
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Recycling
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Refrigerator
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Cambridge College
Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Harvard University
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Lesley University
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Harvard University Housing is within 8 minutes or 0.5 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near Harvard University and Lesley University.
Schools
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
888 Students
Nearby
Martin Luther King, Jr. School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
401 Students
Attendance Zone
John M. Tobin Montessori School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
307 Students
Attendance Zone
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
286 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
St. Paul's Choir School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
38 Students
Nearby
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
54 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 0.4 mile from Harvard University Housing. Harvard University Housing is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.6 miles or 14 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Harvard Square Station
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Central Square Station
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Porter Square Station
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Union Square
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Gilman Square
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 6 min 2.9 mi
North Station
Drive: 9 min 3.5 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 12 min 4.7 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 14 min 7.5 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 14 min 6.6 mi

Walkability Near Harvard University Housing

Getting Around
Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
100 / 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80 / 100
Somewhat Drivable
Drivability
30 / 100
Exceptionally Bikeable
Bikeability
90 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Harvard University Housing.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Harvard Square
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Galleria At Harvard Square
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Somerville Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Harvard University Housing has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 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
Harvard Museum of Natural History
 Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Walk: 8 min 0.5 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
 Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Harvard University Housing has 5 parks within 2.6 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 1.4 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
Harvard University Housing has 3 hospitals within 2.6 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: 23 min 12.0 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 29 min 16.7 mi
Fort Miller
Drive: 35 min 20.7 mi
Harvard University Housing has 3 military bases within 20.7 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 12.0 miles away and a 23 minute drive.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Harvard University Housing have in-unit laundry?

While Harvard University Housing does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Harvard University Housing?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Harvard University Housing?

Contact this property for parking details.

Is Harvard University Housing pet-friendly?

Harvard University Housing does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Harvard University Housing have move-in specials?

Harvard University Housing is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Harvard University Housing offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Harvard University Housing does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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