285 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA 02139
What This Apartment Offers
Beautiful condo in a classic pre-war brick building, ideally located between Harvard Square and Central Square. This charming residence blends timeless... Cambridge character with modern conveniences, featuring hardwood floors throughout and an updated kitchen with a dishwasher.
Additional amenities include a large private, lockable storage area in the basement, convenient communal bike storage, and a clean, app-based laundry facility—no quarters required.
Heat and hot water are included in the rent for added value and convenience.
Enjoy an outstanding location just a short walk to Harvard University, Central Square, the Red Line, Whole Foods, the Charles River, and an abundance of restaurants, cafés, shops, and neighborhood amenities. (Reference #122892)
Unit 307
- $3,300
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 600 sq. ft.
- Available Aug 15
Apartment Features
- Basement
- Built-In Bookshelves
- Cable Ready
- Crown Molding
- Dishwasher
- Double Pane Windows
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- High Speed Internet Access
- Instant Hot Water
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Storage Units
- Tub/Shower
- Walk-In Closets
Community Features
- Bicycle Storage
- Elevator
- Laundry Facilities
- Storage Space
- Utilities Included
285 Harvard St Unit 307 is an apartment 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 Move-In Fees
- Broker Fee$0
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Parking
- Street--
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.
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Get In Touch
Cambridge, MA 02139
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Somewhat drivable30 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active70 / 100
Travel and Transit







Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
The Henry Buckner School
Grades K-5
Private
Fletcher/Maynard Academy
Grades PK-5
Public
Cambridgeport
Grades PK-5
Public
Cambridge Street Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Paul's Choir School
Grades K-8
Private
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Grades PK-8
Private
Castle School
Grades 9-12
Private
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
Farr James F
Grades 6-12
Private
James F Farr Academy
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Cambridge College
Walk: 7 min (0.4 mi)
MIT
Walk: 18 min (1 mi)
Harvard University
Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Lesley University
Drive: 4 min (1.7 mi)
Discover Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 285 Harvard St Unit 307 proximity to Residences at University Park, Harvard Square, and 330-340 River Street. Residences at University Park is 0.8 miles away, and Harvard Square is within a 16 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 285 Harvard St Unit 307 has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 7.5 miles. Transit options include Central Square Station and Harvard Square Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 285 Harvard St Unit 307 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.
Airports
Living in Mid-Cambridge provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 14 minutes from 285 Harvard St Unit 307.
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