$2,250 - $4,600 Total Monthly Price

5 Elmer St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Last Updated: 2 Wks Ago

What This Apartment Offers

AVAILABLE NOW!
NO BROKERAGE FEE!

This is the kind of apartment renters are always looking for: well maintained, thoughtfully laid out, and competitively priced in a great location. Enjoy a bright and comfortable living space with a functional layout that works perfectly for everyday living, working from home, or entertaining guests.

Conveniently located near public transportation, restaurants,
shopping, and everyday essentials, this professionally managed building offers the perfect blend of neighborhood charm and city convenience.

Features include:
• Bright and functional layout
• Great natural light
• Well maintained building
• Modern finishes
• Convenient location near transit, dining, and shopping

First Month's Rent: 1 Month's Rent (see listing descriptions)
Last Month's Rent: $0.00
Security Deposit: 1 Month's Rent (see listing descriptions)
Lock & Key Fee: $225.00
Brokerage Fee: $0.00
Total: 2x one month's rent plus $225.00 (see listing descriptions)

Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants. 

Additional fees (non-mandatory):
Cat Rent: $50/mo.
Dog Rent: $100/mo.
Parking Fee: $200/mo. (if rented)

Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants. 

The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Unit 3

$2,250 Total Monthly Price

12 Month Lease

Studio
1 Bath
999 Sq. Ft.
Available Now

Unit 205

$4,600 Total Monthly Price

12 Month Lease

3 Beds
2 Baths
9,999 Sq. Ft.
Available Now

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Granite Countertops
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • High Ceilings

Community Features

  • Elevator
  • Gated
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Utilities Included

5 Elmer St is an apartment community in Cambridge, MA

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

NO BROKER FEE!

FULL FEE PAID BY OWNER!

Fees & 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

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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Property Address:
5 Elmer St,
Cambridge, MA 02138

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Strong public transit

Driveability

Fairly drivable

Bikeability

Exceptionally bikeable

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Active

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Travel and Transit

Subway

1 min Drive

Red Line - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway (The T) MBTA

Subway

1 min Drive

Red Line - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway (The T) MBTA

Commuter Rail

5 min Drive

Commuter Rail

13 min Drive

Airport

General Edward Lawrence Logan International

15 min Drive

Logan International

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Martin Luther King, Jr. School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 7 out of 10

Cambridge Street Upper School

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

St. Paul's Choir School

Grades K-8

Private

Not rated

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

The Amigos School

Grades PK-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

James F Farr Academy

Grades 6-12

Private

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Cambridge College Walk: 7 min (0.4 mi)
Harvard University Walk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
Boston University Drive: 3 min (1.5 mi)
MIT Drive: 4 min (1.6 mi)

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Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 5 Elmer St proximity to 330-340 River Street, Memorial Plaza, and Galleria At Harvard Square. 330-340 River Street is 0.3 miles away, and Memorial Plaza is within a 12 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 80, 5 Elmer St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 6.8 miles. Transit options include Central Square Station and Harvard Square Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 5 Elmer St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.

Airports

Living in Riverside provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 14 minutes from 5 Elmer St.

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