40 Cushing St, Cambridge, MA 02138
What This Townhouse Offers
Classic late-19th-century townhouse on tree-lined Cushing Street with a rare 8,000 SF private backyard. Nearly 2,300 SF across 3 sunny levels. Main level features oversized living room,open kitchen/dining/family area with granite counters,cherry... cabinetry,Viking gas range,and French doors to patio. Half bath included. Second level offers 2 large bedrooms,spa-style bath with soaking tub & glass shower,and laundry room with walk-in closet. Top floor has 1 bedroom plus large bonus room (ideal primary suite,studio,or office) and full bath. Finished lower level flex room + ample storage. Additional attic storage. Off-street parking. Close to Fresh Pond,Star Market,Haggerty School,tennis courts & 71/73 bus to Harvard Sq. Quiet,convenient location with townhouse living,an oversized yard,and rare outdoor space perfect for entertaining,gardening,or play. MLS# 73391296
- $6,500 / month
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,200 sq. ft.
- Available Aug 1
Townhome Features
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Porch
- Range
- Refrigerator
Community Features
- Fenced Lot
40 Cushing St Townhome 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
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Property Attached
Interior Spaces
- 2200 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry on upper level
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Parking Space
Accessible Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Outdoor Features
- Porch
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Garden
- Fenced
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near schools
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $6,500
- Property Available on 2025-08-01
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Assessor Parcel Number M:00255 L:00017
- Rent includes water, sewer
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Shops
Recreation
- Park
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Get In Touch
Cambridge, MA 02138
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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable89 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit46 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise98 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active73 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Haggerty School
Grades K-6
Private
Haggerty
Grades PK-5
Public
John M. Tobin Montessori School
Grades PK-5
Public
Vassal Lane Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Atrium 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
Drive: 4 min (1.9 mi)
Lesley University
Drive: 6 min (2.5 mi)
Cambridge College
Drive: 5 min (2.6 mi)
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 6 min (2.8 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 40 Cushing St Townhome proximity to Star's at Cambridge, Watertown Mall, and Arsenal Yards. Star's at Cambridge is 0.3 miles away, and Watertown Mall is within a 21 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 46, 40 Cushing St Townhome has some transit, including 10 transit stops within 5.4 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Alewife.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 40 Cushing St Townhome 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 Strawberry Hill provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 18 minutes from 40 Cushing St Townhome.
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