253 Norfolk St, Cambridge, MA 02139
What This Apartment Offers
Welcome to this Spacious loft style one bedroom ( 948sqft ) open layout with soaring 12'6" ceilings, conveniently located in the center of Cambridge between Inman Sq and Central Sq! This unit has one OFF-STREET deeded parking. Heat, hot water, gas, snow removal INCLUDED, tenant only pays electricity. New Central Air Conditioning, updated kitchen w/ modern kitchen Island, Bosch dishwasher, hardwood floors. Walking distance to MIT, Harvard, Whole foods, Red line T @ Central Sq, Green line T @ Union Sq. Stylish bedroom with oversized windows, Walk-in Closet with ample storage (5 Closets in total), lutron smart home lighting+ Nest thermostat, in-unit bike storage mount + locked bike storage in garage. Steps to the new dedicated bike lanes on Hampshire st. and newly redesigned Sennott Park. This quiet building is professionally managed with outdoor patio space and much more...
Unit 1-4
12 Month Lease
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Hardwood Floors
- Instant Hot Water
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Patio
- Walk-In Closets
Community Features
- Bicycle Storage
- Laundry Facilities
253 Norfolk St Unit 1-4 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.
No Pets Allowed
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Cambridge, MA 02139
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Strong public transit
Driveability
Somewhat 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
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
7 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Airport
13 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
The Henry Buckner School
Grades K-5
Private
Cambridgeport
Grades PK-5
Public
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
Grades PK-5
Public
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Cambridge Street Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Anthony Elementary School
Grades K-8
Private
St. Paul's Choir School
Grades K-8
Private
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
Castle School
Grades 9-12
Private
Farr James F
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Cambridge College | Walk: 17 min (0.9 mi) |
| MIT | Walk: 18 min (0.9 mi) |
| Harvard University | Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi) |
| Lesley University | Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 253 Norfolk St Unit 1-4 proximity to Residences at University Park, Twin City Plaza, and 330-340 River Street. Residences at University Park is 0.9 miles away, and Twin City Plaza is within a 17 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 253 Norfolk St Unit 1-4 has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 8 miles. Transit options include Central Square Station and Union Square.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 253 Norfolk St Unit 1-4 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Coit Observatory.
Airports
Living in The Port provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 13 minutes from 253 Norfolk St Unit 1-4.
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