
117 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 02138
What This Townhouse Offers
Within the so-called “Magic Circle” for desirable residences in Cambridge,this unique,charming,and historic 3-bed/ 2.5 condo is tucked into a verdant pocket of... tranquility. Originally built by the American poet Longfellow as the carriage house for one of his daughters,the house is adjacent to the Longfellow House and Garden (now a National Park property) and a brief walk from both Harvard Square and the Charles River. The connected but distinct living and dining areas offer access to a charming fenced garden with a private deck. An efficient kitchen with generous counter space,a powder room,and a laundry room complete the first floor. Upstairs,there is a primary suite with twin closets and a full bath,a second light-filled bedroom,a third bedroom well suited for a home office,and a second full bath. The attached garage with parking and storage,as well as driveway parking allow one to live a true urban lifestyle on bike or foot. MLS# 73439398
Unit
- $7,000
Total Monthly Price - 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,500 sq. ft.
- Available Oct 14
Townhome Features
- Deck
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Patio
- Range
- Refrigerator
Community Features
- Fenced Lot
117 Brattle St is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the 02138 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
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No Pets Allowed
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Cambridge, MA 02138
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable88 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit74 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise99 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Maria L. Baldwin
Grades PK-5
Public
John M. Tobin Montessori School
Grades PK-5
Public
Vassal Lane Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
St Peter Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Harvard University
Walk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
Lesley University
Drive: 2 min (1.2 mi)
Cambridge College
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 3 min (1.5 mi)
Discover Larchwood, Cambridge, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 117 Brattle St proximity to Harvard Square, Galleria At Harvard Square, and University Hall. Harvard Square is 0.7 miles away, and Galleria At Harvard Square is within an 11 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 74, 117 Brattle St has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 6.5 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Porter Square Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 117 Brattle St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Longfellow National Historic Site, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, and Harvard Museum of Natural History.
Airports
Living in Larchwood provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 16 minutes from 117 Brattle St.
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