856 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
What This Condo Offers
Beautifully renovated and fully furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in one of Cambridge’s most convenient and vibrant locations. This bright, move-in-ready... home offers a spacious layout, great natural light, and everything you need for comfortable city living.
Located in the heart of Central Square, the apartment is just a short walk to the Central Square Red Line station, with easy access to MIT, Harvard, Kendall Square, Downtown Boston, MGH, biotech offices, startups, restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, gyms, and coworking spaces.
The unit is ideal for a working professional, graduate student, visiting scholar, researcher, or anyone relocating to Cambridge/Boston who wants a furnished, low-hassle home in a highly walkable neighborhood.
Highlights:
- Fully furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment
- Approximately 740 sq. ft.
- Newly renovated and move-in ready
- Bright living space with great natural light
- Prime Central Square location. Short walk to Central Square Red Line station
- Easy access to MIT, Harvard, Kendall Square, MGH and Downtown Boston
- Surrounded by restaurants, cafes, shops, grocery stores, and everyday conveniences.
The owner pays for heating and water. The renter only pays for electricity and WiFi. First month's, last month's, and security deposit due at signing. No smoking, no pets, no parties allowed.
Unit 10
- $3,200
Total Monthly Price 14 Month Lease
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 737 sq. ft.
- Available Jun 8
Condo Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Furnished
- Heating
- Office
- Smoke Free
- Wi-Fi
Community Features
- Furnished Units Available
- Gated
- Laundry Facilities
- Storage Space
- Utilities Included
856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 10 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.
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Parking
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Get In Touch
Cambridge, MA 02139
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Exceptional public transit90 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Travel and Transit







Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
The Henry Buckner School
Grades K-5
Private
Martin Luther King, Jr. School
Grades PK-5
Public
John M. Tobin Montessori School
Grades PK-5
Public
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Cambridge Street Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Grades PK-8
Private
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
Castle School
Grades 9-12
Private
James F Farr Academy
Grades 6-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Cambridge College
Walk: 4 min (0.2 mi)
MIT
Walk: 16 min (0.9 mi)
Harvard University
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
Boston University
Drive: 4 min (2 mi)
Discover Riverside, Cambridge, MA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 10 proximity to Residences at University Park, 330-340 River Street, and Harvard Square. Residences at University Park is 0.7 miles away, and 330-340 River Street is within a 13 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Riverside is exceptional public transit. Within 7.3 miles of 856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 10, you’ll find Central Square Station, Harvard Square Station, and Union Square.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 10 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.4 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 856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 10.
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