Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

17 Athens St Cambridge, MA 02138 has two bedrooms available and rents for $5,150/mo.

Can I see a model or tour 17 Athens St Cambridge, MA 02138?

Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.

What neighborhood is the property located in?

17 Athens St Cambridge, MA 02138 is in Riverside in the city of Cambridge. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.5 mile of the property. Five parks are within 2.2 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge Riverside 17 Athens St Unit 3

$5,150 / Month

17 Athens St Unit 3

Cambridge, MA 02138

Today

617-990-4304

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1.5
Square Feet

1,200 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Medical Services
Deck
Property is near public transit
Balcony
Intercom
Cooling Available

17 Athens St Unit 3

About This Home

$5,150 deposit, Available Now

This beautifully updated 2 bedroom 1.5 bathroom apartment is steps to the Weeks footbridge connecting Harvard Square to HBS. The eat-in kitchen is well equipped with SS appliances and granite counter tops. Enjoy lots of living space with a separate dining room,living room and an additional large walk-in closet which could easily be made an office. Enjoy private front and rear exterior deck/balconies. One off-street parking space included. Professionally managed and well-maintained. This will not last! Available 6/1/2025. This building has been a favorite of HBS students for well over a decade due to its convenience location and quality. Separate lockable storage in basement is included also.

17 Athens St is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02138 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Year Built

Built in 1894

Accessible Home Design

Entry on the 3rd floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

1.5 Bathrooms 2 Bedrooms

Home Design

Apartment

Home Security

Intercom

Interior Spaces

1,200 Sq Ft Home

Kitchen

Range Freezer Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Dryer Laundry in unit Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $5,150 Property Available on 6/1/25 Assessor Parcel Number 408429 Rent includes water, sewer, snow removal, gardener, parking

Location

Property is near public transit

Lot Details

1,200 Sq Ft Lot

Outdoor Features

Deck Balcony Rain Gutters

Parking

1 Car Parking Space

Utilities

Cooling Available Central Heating High Speed Internet Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

Amenities

Medical Services Shops

Overview

No Home Owners Association

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed

Recreation

Bike Trail

Contact

Listed by David Walch | David Walch
Phone Number
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Amenities

Dishwasher
Disposal

Microwave
Range

Refrigerator
Freezer

Balcony
Deck

Neighborhood

As one of the top-ranking neighborhoods to live in in the city of Cambridge, Riverside is a premier spot for waterfront views, outdoor recreation, and a happening nightlife scene. Large, colorful homes and historic buildings mark this neighborhood with local charm that you won’t want to miss. Exuding a college-town vibe, Riverside is situated directly south of Harvard University, so though the neighborhood feels family-friendly, it’s also very youthful due to the proximity to this prestigious university.

But Harvard isn’t the only school in walking distance of Riverside. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (known as MIT) is just two miles from Riverside, making this neighborhood an educational hub. Whether you want to walk, drive, or make use of public transit, by bus or subway, this area is very commuter-friendly.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
Cambridge College	Walk:	6 min	0.3 mi
Harvard University	Walk:	9 min	0.5 mi
Lesley University	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Lesley University, Porter	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi

17 Athens St Unit 3 is within 6 minutes or 0.3 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near Harvard University and Lesley University.

Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Harvard Square Station, located 0.4 mile from 17 Athens St Unit 3. 17 Athens St Unit 3 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 8.4 miles or 15 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Harvard Square Station	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Central Square Station	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Porter Square Station	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Union Square	Drive:	5 min	1.7 mi
Pleasant Street Station	Drive:	6 min	2.1 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Porter Square	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	4 min	2.5 mi
Ruggles Station	Drive:	8 min	3.3 mi
Back Bay Station	Drive:	10 min	4.3 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	12 min	7.1 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	15 min	8.4 mi

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Excellent Transit

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You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

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Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 17 Athens St Unit 3.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Galleria At Harvard Square	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
Harvard Square	Walk:	7 min	0.4 mi
The Shops At Charles Square	Walk:	8 min	0.5 mi

17 Athens St Unit 3 has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 8-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Harvard Museum of Natural History	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site	Drive:	3 min	1.1 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Drive:	3 min	1.3 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics	Drive:	4 min	1.5 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	5 min	2.2 mi

17 Athens St Unit 3 has 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.