The University

1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Plus Fees
$2,830 - $4,000
12 Month Lease
Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
618 - 865 sq ft

Rent Specials

One month free rent with new 12 month lease!

Pricing and Floor Plans

1 bedroom, 1 bath

$2,830 - $3,029 Plus Fees
1 Bed, 1 Bath
618 - 817 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
303
$2,830
618
Now
503
$3,029
817
Now

2 bedroom, 1 bath

$3,543 - $4,000 Plus Fees
2 Beds, 1 Bath
849 - 865 Sq. Ft.
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4 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
204
$4,000
849
Now
404
$3,725
865
Now
202
$3,543
861
Now
604
$3,572
849
Now

2 bedroom, 1 bath

$3,467 - $3,570 Plus Fees
2 Beds, 1 Bath
801 - 819 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
401
$3,467
801
Now
601
$3,570
819
Now
* Price shown is base rent. 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. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1920
  • 26 units6 stories

Fees & Policies

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

One-Time Basics

  • Deposit
    Varies by unit

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    N/A

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    N/A

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 Highlights

  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Classic historical accents
  • Climate controlled storage available
  • Controlled building access with intercom
  • Dramatic cityscape views
  • Gas Cooking
  • Hardwood flooring or contemporary carpeting
  • Heat and Hot Water Included
  • Mini-Blinds
  • Onsite trash & recycling service
  • Professionally landscaped grounds
  • Recently renovated homes available
  • Reserved off-street parking available
  • Spacious bathrooms with soaking tubs
  • Spacious walk-in closets
  • Unique floor plans
  • Wall accents & built in shelves
  • Windows in kitchens
  • Zipcar Service

Apartment Features

  • Bay Window
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Intercom
  • Kitchen
  • Office

Community Features

  • Elevator
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Online Services
  • Public Transportation
  • Recycling
  • Utilities Included

Map of The University

Area Scores

Walkability

Exceptionally walkable

Transit

Strong public transit

Driveability

Moderately drivable

Bikeability

Very bikeable

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Soundscore

Busy

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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

Moving to Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The University proximity to Galleria At Harvard Square. Galleria At Harvard Square is 0.8 miles away.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 80, The University has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 7.4 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Central Square Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The University are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.5 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 15 minutes from The University.

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

Castle School

Grades 9-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Cambridge College Walk: 3 min (0.2 mi)
Harvard University Walk: 11 min (0.6 mi)
Lesley University Drive: 2 min (1.1 mi)
MIT Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)

About The University

The University is located at 1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA and is managed by Jones Lang LaSalle, a reputable property management company with verified listings on RENTCafe. The University offers Studio to Three Bedroom apartments ranging in… size from 373 to 875 sq. ft. Amenities include Carpeting, Gas Cooking, Mini-Blinds, High Speed Internet, Recycling and more. For more details, contact our office at or use the online contact form and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

The University is an apartment community in Cambridge, MA

Contact

Property Address:
1039 Massachusetts Ave,
Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone Number: (617) 498-0911
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed

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