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$4,200 Total Monthly Price

88 Putnam Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139

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What This Apartment Offers

Brimming with character and natural light,this beautifully maintained Riverside apartment combines timeless Cambridge charm with modern convenience. Set within... an owner-occupied 1885 Victorian two-family home,it features high ceilings,large windows,parquet floors,and original architectural details that create a warm,inviting atmosphere throughout. The home offers spacious bedrooms,an updated kitchen,and two full bathrooms that blend classic craftsmanship with modern finishes. A formal dining room with a decorative fireplace,period millwork,and a built-in hutch evokes the elegance of a bygone era. Enjoy in-unit laundry,a wraparound porch ideal for relaxing or outdoor dining,and a freshly painted interior. This home is also certified deleaded. Perfectly situated between Harvard and Central Squares with easy access to Harvard University,HBS,the Charles River,and nearby cafés,shops,and restaurants,this home offers the best of Victorian charm and modern urban living. MLS# 73443166

Unit 1

  • $4,200 Total Monthly Price
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,589 sq. ft.
  • Available Now

Apartment Features

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Porch
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

88 Putnam Ave Unit 1 is an apartment community

Rental Fees and Pet Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

No Pets Allowed

Apartment Details

Home Design

  • Built in 1885
  • Apartment
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Crown Molding
  • 1589 Sq Ft Home
  • Decorative Lighting
  • Light Fixtures

Kitchen

  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Range with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Cedar Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom
  • Separate Shower
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near schools

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,200
  • Assessor Parcel Number 407727
  • Rent includes water, sewer

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Amenities

  • Medical Services
  • Shops
  • Coin Laundry
  • Common Area

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Jogging Path
  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

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Get In Touch

Property Address:
88 Putnam Ave,
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listed by
Edward Jones
Phone Number: (617) 429-7000

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Neighborhood Scores

Walk Score ®

Walker's Paradise96 / 100

Transit Score ®

Excellent Transit76 / 100

Bike Score ®

Biker's Paradise99 / 100

Travel and Transit

Subway
Central Square Station
1 min Drive
Red Line - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway (The T)
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway
Subway
Harvard Square Station
1 min Drive
Red Line - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway (The T)
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway
Commuter Rail
Porter Square
3 min Drive
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Commuter Rail
Commuter Rail
Yawkey
5 min Drive
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Commuter Rail
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
15 min Drive
Logan International

Local Education

Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Cambridge College

Walk: 4 min (0.2 mi)

Harvard University

Walk: 13 min (0.7 mi)

Lesley University

Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi)

MIT

Drive: 3 min (1.4 mi)

Discover Riverside, Cambridge, MA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 88 Putnam Ave Unit 1 proximity to 330-340 River Street, Galleria At Harvard Square, and Harvard Square. 330-340 River Street is 0.5 miles away, and Galleria At Harvard Square is within an 11 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 76, 88 Putnam Ave Unit 1 has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 7 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Central Square Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 88 Putnam Ave Unit 1 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.1 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 88 Putnam Ave Unit 1.

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