161 Otis St, Cambridge, MA 02141
What This Apartment Offers
Full of charm and character, this sunny 3-bedroom apartment offers the perfect blend of classic appeal and everyday comfort. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors… , this home boasts three good size bedrooms and a spacious living room, with plenty of space for relaxing, entertaining, or unwinding after a long day. Stepping out of the living room, you can enjoy your large private back deck, a perfect spot for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or simply enjoying some fresh air. The oversized kitchen offers abundant cabinet storage and extensive counter space, ideal for meal prep enthusiasts, or anyone who loves having room to spread out. Located in a highly desirable neighborhood close to restaurants, shops, mall, and local amenities. Walking distance to MIT, Kendall square, Redline and Greenline stations, and convenient transit to Harvard university and MGH.
Unit R
12 Month Lease
Apartment Features
- Deck
- Dishwasher
- Hardwood Floors
- Kitchen
Community Features
- Laundry Facilities
- Utilities Included
161 Otis St Unit R is an apartment for rent in Cambridge, MA
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
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Dogs Allowed
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Parking
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Cambridge, MA 02141
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Exceptional public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Exceptionally bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
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Travel and Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
6 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Airport
11 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
The Henry Buckner School
Grades K-5
Private
Kennedy-Longfellow
Grades PK-5
Public
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
Grades PK-5
Public
Boston Children's School
Grades PK-5
Private
Vassal Lane Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Cambridge Street Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Little Flower Elementary School
Grades K-8
Private
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
Castle School
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| MIT | Drive: 3 min (1 mi) |
| Cambridge College | Drive: 5 min (1.6 mi) |
| Suffolk University | Drive: 5 min (2.1 mi) |
| Bunker Hill Community College | Drive: 5 min (2.3 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 161 Otis St Unit R proximity to Twin City Plaza, 174-180 Somerville Ave, and Cambridgeside. Twin City Plaza is 0.3 miles away, and 174-180 Somerville Ave is within a 10 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, East Cambridge is exceptional public transit. Within 4.3 miles of 161 Otis St Unit R, you’ll find Lechmere Station, Kendall Station, and Union Square.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 161 Otis St Unit R are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.7 miles, including Museum of Science, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Boston African American National Historic Site.
Airports
Living in East Cambridge provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 11 minutes from 161 Otis St Unit R.
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