
53 Upland Rd, Cambridge, MA 02140
What This Townhouse Offers
On a residential tree-lined side street in the sought-after Avon Hill neighborhood,this rare and elegant 1887 Victorian attached townhouse has a generous 2,276... square feet on 3 levels plus a large finished basement for storage & bikes. The main floor offers excellent flow and high ceilings. Gorgeous period details include stair hall & balustrade; oversized bay windows provide abundant light. Gourmet custom kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances,generous storage,and built-in bookcases; adjacent spacious dining area with double French doors leading to a bluestone patio with private fenced yard and professional landscaping. Gas fireplace with original woodwork in the living room. The second floor has 2 bedrooms or office/study spaces,and a full tiled bath. The 3rd floor offers an en-suite bedroom with skylights,a full bath with soaking tub and separate shower,walk-in closet,and study space. Two off-street parking spaces. Steps to Porter Sq T,shops,restaurants and area amenities. MLS ID 73503909
Unit
- $6,500
Total Monthly Price - 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2276 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Patio
- Porch
- Range
53 Upland Rd is a townhome 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 Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$6,500
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.
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1887
- Property Attached
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Skylights
- Bay Window
- Recessed Lighting
- French Doors
- 2276 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Breakfast Bar
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator
- Range with Range Hood
- Microwave
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Custom Closet System
- Soaking Tub
- Walk-In Closet
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on third floor
Laundry
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer
Basement
- Basement
- Laundry in Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
Home Security
- Home Security System
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 2 Car Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Lot Details
- 9999 Sq Ft Lot
- Garden
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $6,500
- Property Available on 2026-07-01
- Rent includes water, sewer, trash collection, extra storage, garden area, laundry facilities, parking
Community Details
Overview
- Near Conservation Area
- Property has a Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Coin Laundry
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Community Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Jogging Path
- Park
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Cambridge, MA 02140
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable50 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Travel and Transit








Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
The Cambridge Matignon School
Grades 9-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Lesley University, Porter
Walk: 4 min (0.3 mi)
Lesley University
Walk: 12 min (0.7 mi)
Harvard University
Drive: 2 min (1.3 mi)
Tufts Univ., Medford
Drive: 4 min (1.7 mi)
Discover Neighborhood Nine, Cambridge, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 53 Upland Rd proximity to University Hall, Porter Square Galleria, and Porter Square Shopping Center. University Hall is 0.6 miles away, and Porter Square Galleria is within a 3 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 53 Upland Rd has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 7.4 miles. Transit options include Porter Square Station and Davis Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 53 Upland Rd are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Mineralogical and Geological Museum.
Airports
Living in Neighborhood Nine provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 16 minutes from 53 Upland Rd.
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