Forte at 1440 Beacon
1440 Beacon St,
Brookline, MA 02446
$2,785 - $3,818 Plus Fees
Studio - 1 Bed | 12 Month Lease
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Cambridge, MA Area Guide
A peerless institution that consistently exceeds its reputation
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Top-Ranking
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Prestigious
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STEM
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Enjoying a well-earned reputation as perhaps the most prestigious institution specializing in math and science in the United States, MIT has been a pioneering force in a multitude of fields since its founding in 1861. The university’s alumni have collectively been responsible for some of the most groundbreaking developments of the 20th century, from computer technology to astrophysics to defense research, and the institute continues to challenge some of the world’s greatest minds to reach their fullest potential. Along with its equally-revered Cambridge neighbor Harvard, MIT forms a cornerstone of the Boston area’s brain trust of peerless higher-learning institutions. While most students and faculty at MIT are famous for their industrious habits keeping them on-campus, the surrounding Boston community offers a wealth of terrific options for spending any valuable free time. The campus on the Charles River is only a short walk or ride away from some of the historic city’s most beloved attractions: a short hop across the Harvard Bridge will take you to Fenway Park and Back Bay, while the Longfellow Bridge will take you directly to Beacon Hill, Boston Common, and the North End. Virtually anywhere you go within these areas is jam-packed with historic architecture, stellar restaurants, and bars to suit any taste; with the added convenience of MBTA service, the entire region is at your fingertips even if you don’t want to drive anywhere.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Cambridge, MA is $2,829 for a studio, $3,331 for one bedroom, $4,272 for two bedrooms, and $5,302 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cambridge has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
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Studio
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477 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,829/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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710 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,331/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,021 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$4,272/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,261 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$5,302/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Cambridge, MA (University) is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Exceptional Public Transit
Transit
90
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
Daily Essentials
In Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Cambridge, MA (University), daily errands are quick and hassle-free.
Supermarket Within a 5 Minute Walk
Groceries
100
/ 100
Exceptional Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
90
/ 100
Great Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
80
/ 100
Exceptional Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
100
/ 100
Recreation
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Cambridge, MA (University) provides ample green space and fitness centers within easy reach.
Exceptional Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
100
/ 100
Exceptional Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
100
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Cambridge, MA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Highly Vibrant Atmosphere
Vibrancy
80
/ 100
Great Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
80
/ 100
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Public
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421 Students
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
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Grades PK-5
344 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
256 Students
Martin Luther King, Jr. School
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Grades 6-12
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Grades PK-12
888 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Charles River Reservation
- Coit Observatory
- Museum of Science
- Boston Public Garden
- Boston African American National Historic Site
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- General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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