
56 Kirkland St, Cambridge, MA 02138
What This Condo Offers
***FULLY-FURNISHED CONDO*** Avl JUN 1. Walk 7-8 min. Harvard T! Avl up to a yr+. PURE ELEGANCE in this stunning top flr (~950sf) 1+BR on the 3rd flr in an... 1890's Georgian bowfront townhouse. On KIRKLAND St near FRANCIS Ave,steps to Harvard Law & Design School. Walk to shopping,restaurants. ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED: heat,water,electricity,a/c,wifi,cable. All KITCHENWARE,LINENS/TOWELS incl. Off-st PARKING avl $220/mo. SPACIOUS open living-dining,WASHER/DRYER IN-UNIT,gas FIREPLACE,SKYLIGHT,EXPOSED BRICK,GIGABIT-SPEED wifi,56" WIDE-SCREEN TV,CABLE w/~100 channels,YARD. High ceilings,handsome furnishings,hardwood & tile flrs,PERIOD DETAIL. Redone fully-applianced stainless kitchen w/original period cabinetry. Large BR,QUEEN-SIZED bed,generous closets,desk. SHOWER bathroom. Basement STORAGE. Electric included to $75/mo ($100/mo in summer); gas fireplc incl'd to $12/mo; tenant pays overages. Sorry,no pets permitted,but emotional support animals are with an accommodation. MLS ID 73520230
Unit 5
- $3,800
Total Monthly Price - 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 950 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Condo Features
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
Community Features
- Fenced Lot
56 Kirkland St Unit 5 is a condo 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$3,800
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.
Condo Details
Home Design
- Built in 1980
- Condominium
- Entry on the 3rd floor
Interior Spaces
- 1 Fireplace
- 1-Story Property
- 950 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry in unit
- Washer
Basement
- Basement
Parking
- 1 Open Parking Space
- 1 Car Parking Space
Lot Details
- 2295.68 Acre Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Garden
Location
- Property is near public transit and schools
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Individual Controls for Heating
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,800
- Property Available on 2026-06-01
- Assessor Parcel Number 409582
- Rent includes heat, hot water, electricity, gas, water, sewer, trash collection, snow removal, gardener, extra storage, garden area, cable TV, furnishings (see remarks), air conditioning, laundry facilities, internet
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Amenities
- Medical Services
- Shops
- Common Area
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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- Public Transit--
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Cambridge, MA 02138
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Exceptionally bikeable100 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active70 / 100
Travel and Transit






Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Cambridge College
Walk: 14 min (0.7 mi)
Harvard University
Walk: 14 min (0.7 mi)
Lesley University
Walk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
Lesley University, Porter
Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi)
Discover Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 56 Kirkland St Unit 5 proximity to Harvard Square, Galleria At Harvard Square, and Somerville Plaza. Harvard Square is 0.8 miles away, and Galleria At Harvard Square is within a 13 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 56 Kirkland St Unit 5 has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 7.9 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Porter Square Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 56 Kirkland St Unit 5 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3 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 13 minutes from 56 Kirkland St Unit 5.
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