
4 Mason St, Cambridge, MA 02138
What This House Offers
In the 1950s,mail for 4 Mason Street was sometimes addressed to “the smallest house in Cambridge.” This freestanding early Victorian gem,built in 1835,sits just... steps from Cambridge Common and to Harvard Yard,the T,and Harvard’s Law and Ed Schools. With a fully renovated kitchen and bathroom,this home also features a new heat-pump HVAC system,restored original hardwoods,brand new washer and dryer as well as a decorative fireplace. The basement is a great space for a study,secondary lounge,sofa-bed,or storage. Upstairs is one full bedroom and a smaller room perfect as an office or dressing room. The exterior has been freshly painted. Located in an unbeatable location near restaurants and shops,come experience all Harvard Square has to offer! MLS# 73415155
Unit
- $4,000
Total Monthly Price - 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 1,440 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
4 Mason St House is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the 02138 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1835
- Single Family Detached Home
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- 1440 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry in unit
- Washer
Basement
- Basement
Lot Details
- 2.3 Acre Lot
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $4,000
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Rent includes air conditioning, laundry facilities
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
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Cambridge, MA 02138
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Walker's Paradise94 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit79 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise98 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active68 / 100
Travel and Transit






Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Martin Luther King Jr.
Grades PK-5
Public
Maria L. Baldwin
Grades PK-5
Public
Vassal Lane Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
St Peter Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Harvard University
Walk: 7 min (0.4 mi)
Lesley University
Walk: 10 min (0.5 mi)
Cambridge College
Drive: 3 min (1.1 mi)
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 2 min (1.2 mi)
Discover Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 4 Mason St House proximity to Harvard Square, Galleria At Harvard Square, and University Hall. Harvard Square is 0.4 miles away, and Galleria At Harvard Square is within a 7 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 79, 4 Mason St House has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 6.7 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Porter Square Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 4 Mason St House are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3 miles, including Longfellow National Historic Site, Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, and Harvard Museum of Natural History.
Airports
Living in Harvard Square provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 15 minutes from 4 Mason St House.
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