The Longwood
1 - 2 Beds
$2,613 - $3,390
12 Month Lease
$6,495
281 Brookline St, Cambridge, MA 02139
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What This House Offers
**AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 1ST**3 BED 2.5 BATH**ROOF DECK**Located near Magazine Beach & Charles River sits this Cambridge townhome w/ garage parking, fenced in yard... , roof deck & close proximity to 2 playgrounds! This spacious 3 bedroom / 2.5 bathroom condo features an amazing open concept floor plan. Completely renovated kitchen w/ granite countertops & high-end stainless steel appliances overlook the dining room & fireplaced living room w/ exceptionally high ceilings & wall of custom built-ins. Upper level houses the master suite w/ en-suite master bath, 2 additional family bedrooms and second full bath. This level also accesses the private roof deck. Lower level has a much desired playroom / office, laundry, additional storage and garage. Huge yard features brick patio, gas grill & fire pit plus plenty of green space for gardening. Very short distance to Central Square, the Redline T, MIT, Harvard University, & Longwood Medical Centers. 1 garage & 1 deeded outdoor parking space.
Unit
- $6,495
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1893 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Deck
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Garages
- Pool
281 Brookline 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.
- Garage
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Home Details
Home Design
- Property Attached
- Entry on the 3rd floor
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- 1893 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry in unit
- Washer
Basement
- Basement
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Lot Details
- 1893 Sq Ft Lot
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,350
- Property Available on 2026-09-01
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Assessor Parcel Number 5205148
- Rent includes water, sewer
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Common Area
Recreation
- Jogging Path
- Park
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
Explore Commute Options
Destination Address
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About the Listing Agent
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Exceptionally bikeable90 / 100
Scores provided by 
Soundscore ™
Busy65 / 100
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Travel and Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
4 min Drive
Subway
4 min Drive
Subway
4 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
16 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Morse
Grades PK-5
Public
Cambridge Street Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Grades PK-8
Private
The Amigos School
Grades PK-8
Public
Boston University Academy
Grades 9-12
Private
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Boston University
Walk: 11 min (0.6 mi)
MIT
Walk: 17 min (0.9 mi)
Cambridge College
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
Lesley Univ., Art Institute
Drive: 3 min (1.6 mi)
Discover Cambridgeport, Cambridge, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 281 Brookline St proximity to 330-340 River Street, Residences at University Park, and Memorial Plaza. 330-340 River Street is 0.5 miles away, and Residences at University Park is within an 8 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 281 Brookline St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 7.4 miles. Transit options include Boston University West Station and Central Square Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 281 Brookline St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Coit Observatory, Charles River Reservation, and John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site.
Airports
Living in Cambridgeport provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 15 minutes from 281 Brookline St.
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