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KBL

129 Franklin St, Cambridge, MA 02139

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    Studio - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    598 - 1,414 sq ft

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KBL is part of The Residences of University Park Collection. Each one of the four apartment communities has its own approach to life. An outlook thoughtfully expressed in every detail. What unites them all is lush, open space. Which one fits you? Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Kennedy Biscuit Lofts (KBL) were once home to the Frank A. Kennedy Steam Bakery, which produced Lorna Doone and Fig Newton cookies. Today, many of the architectural details original to its 1875 construction, like exposed brick walls and wooden beams, add to the charm of each open floorplan apartment. Come tour today. Brookfield Properties is committed to transparent pricing. All-in price includes base rent and required monthly fees based on default selections. Optional and usage-based fees are not included. Security deposit amounts may vary based on screening results. Prices, fees, and availability are subject to change and can vary based on the unit, lease term, and move-in date. Promotions may be conditional. Residents must maintain renters insurance with at least $100,000 in personal liability coverage. Failure to provide proof of coverage will result in automatic enrollment in the property's master insurance policy at the applicable monthly rate. Residents are responsible for activating and maintaining all required utilities, some of which may be billed directly by the provider and others through the property. This summary does not include all potential charges. The lease and application govern all fees and terms. Contact the leasing office for the most current information.

Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Premier Transit Location
  • Bike-Friendly Area
  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Gated
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Business Center

About KBL

KBL is part of The Residences of University Park Collection. Each one of the four apartment communities has its own approach to life. An outlook thoughtfully expressed in every detail. What unites them all is lush, open space. Which one fits you? Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Kennedy Biscuit Lofts (KBL) were once home to the Frank A. Kennedy Steam Bakery, which produced Lorna Doone and Fig Newton cookies. Today, many of the architectural details original to its 1875 construction, like exposed brick walls and wooden beams, add to the charm of each open floorplan apartment. Come tour today. Brookfield Properties is committed to transparent pricing. All-in price includes base rent and required monthly fees based on default selections. Optional and usage-based fees are not included. Security deposit amounts may vary based on screening results. Prices, fees, and availability are subject to change and can vary based on the unit, lease term, and move-in date. Promotions may be conditional. Residents must maintain renters insurance with at least $100,000 in personal liability coverage. Failure to provide proof of coverage will result in automatic enrollment in the property's master insurance policy at the applicable monthly rate. Residents are responsible for activating and maintaining all required utilities, some of which may be billed directly by the provider and others through the property. This summary does not include all potential charges. The lease and application govern all fees and terms. Contact the leasing office for the most current information.

KBL is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02139 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Prospect Hill Academy Charter (District) attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • *Select apartments
  • 14’ - 20’ ceilings*
  • Additional Storage Available
  • Beautifully Landscaped Grounds
  • Bike Room/Storage
  • Catering Kitchen
  • Ceiling Fan(s)*
  • Entertainment Dining Room
  • EV Charging Stations
  • Fully Renovated Apartments*
  • Grilling Area
  • Historic Building
  • Landscaped Courtyard with Social Seating
  • Loft-Style Apartment Homes*
  • Natural Stone Countertops*
  • Pantry*
  • Pet Friendly*
  • Smoke-Free Community
  • Spacious Closets
  • Stainless Steel Appliance Suite
  • Valet Dry Cleaning Available
  • Wood-Style Plank Flooring*
  • Yoga Studio

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Clubhouse

Business Center

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • EV Charging
  • Public Transportation
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Courtyard

Apartment Features

High Speed Internet Access

Stainless Steel Appliances

Ceiling Fans

Smoke Free

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Dining Room
  • Recreation Room

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Location
129 Franklin St, Cambridge,
MA 02139
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Neighborhood

Central Square is a thriving commercial district in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Filled with eclectic local restaurants, bars, and shops, this retail hub is the perfect place for renters looking for an urban lifestyle with plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities. Enjoy popular hotspots like the Mad Monkfish or Brick & Mortar, or check out some local entertainment at the Central Square Theater.

Because Central Square is such an urban neighborhood, there’s fantastic access to public transportation through the Central Subway Station. This is the ideal fit for commuters because of its public transit availability and the neighborhood’s unbeatable access to Boston. Central Square is just north of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a few miles southeast of Harvard University, and just across the Charles River from Boston University.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Central Square Cambridge, MA
Studio $3,220 $2,936
1 Bedroom $3,812 $3,449
2 Bedrooms $4,487 $4,392
3 Bedrooms $5,987 $5,326
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
MIT
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Cambridge College
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Boston University
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
KBL is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from MIT. It is also near Cambridge College and Boston University.
Schools
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
888 Students
Nearby
GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10
The Amigos School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
421 Students
Attendance Zone
GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
54 Students
Nearby
St. Paul's Choir School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
38 Students
Nearby
The Henry Buckner School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
6 Students
Nearby
Farr James F
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Central Square Station, located 0.3 mile from KBL. KBL is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.9 miles or 14 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Central Square Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Kendall Station
Walk: 16 min 0.9 mi
Boston University East Station
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Boston University Central Station
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Blandford Street Station
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Back Bay
Drive: 8 min 2.4 mi
North Station
Drive: 8 min 2.6 mi
Ruggles
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Lansdowne
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 14 min 7.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 14 min 5.9 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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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
Active
Soundscore™
70 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from KBL.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Residences at University Park
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
330-340 River Street
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Memorial Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
KBL 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
 Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
KBL has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Coit Observatory, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Mineralogical and Geological Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
KBL has 3 hospitals within 1.9 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 1.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 26 min 13.2 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 29 min 16.8 mi
Fort Miller
Drive: 35 min 20.1 mi
KBL has 3 military bases within 20.1 miles, the nearest is Hanscom Air Force Base which is 13.2 miles away and a 26 minute drive.

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