
205 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 02138
What This House Offers
This elegant Colonial residence is ideally situated on a coveted corner lot along prestigious Brattle Street. Graceful proportions,classic detailing,and a... thoughtfully designed layout make this a truly exceptional offering in one of the area's most desired locations. Offering five lovely bedrooms and four and a half bathrooms,the property combines timeless architectural charm with modern comforts such as grandly scaled entertaining areas,a chef's kitchen,sunken family room,and exercise space. The primary bedroom has an en-suite bath and plenty of closet space. The 5th bedroom is on the lower level,making it perfect for a guest room or au pair quarters. Surrounded by professionally landscaped grounds,the property provides a sense of privacy and serenity while being just moments from the cultural and academic heart of Cambridge. A straight shot down Lexington or Lakeview is Huron Village,a beloved neighborhood with local shops such as Formaggio Kitchen and Bryn Mawr Book Store. MLS ID 73539243
Unit
- $15,000
Total Monthly Price - 5 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 4129 sq. ft.
- Available Jul 1
Home Features
- Basement
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Patio
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Fenced Lot
- Garages
- Utilities Included
205 Brattle St is a single-family home for rent in Cambridge, MA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$15,000
- Garage
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Home Details
Home Design
- Single Family Detached Home
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- 4129 Sq Ft Home
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4.5 Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 5 Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
Basement
- Basement
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Lot Details
- 14199 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped Professionally
- Fenced Yard
- Garden
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $15,000
- Property Available on 2026-07-01
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Assessor Parcel Number 417210
- Rent includes trash collection, snow removal, gardener
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Pet Policy
- Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis
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Cambridge, MA 02138
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Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable80 / 100
Transit
Good public transit60 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy67 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Haggerty
Grades PK-5
Public
Peabody
Grades PK-5
Public
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Grades PK-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Harvard University
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
Lesley University
Drive: 4 min (1.8 mi)
Cambridge College
Drive: 4 min (2 mi)
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 5 min (2.1 mi)
Discover West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 205 Brattle St proximity to Star's at Cambridge, 483-493 Concord Ave, and Alewife Brook Parkway Shopping Center. Star's at Cambridge is 0.6 miles away, and 483-493 Concord Ave is within a 15 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 60, 205 Brattle St has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.8 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Alewife.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 205 Brattle St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.4 miles, including Longfellow National Historic Site, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, and Harvard Museum of Natural History.
Airports
Living in West Cambridge provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 17 minutes from 205 Brattle St.
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