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

856 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139 has studios available and rents for $2,195/mo.

Can I see a model or tour available condos at 856 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139?

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

What neighborhood is the property located in?

856 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139 is in Riverside in the city of Cambridge. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.2 miles of the property. Five parks are within 2.4 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.

Condos Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2

856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2

Cambridge, MA 02139 – Riverside

2 Weeks Ago

Monthly Rent

$2,195
Bedrooms

Studio bd
Bathrooms

1 ba
Square Feet

400 sq ft

Details

12 Month Lease, $2,195 deposit, Available Now

* 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.

856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2

About This Property

Perfect oversized studio in a lush courtyard building between Harvard and Central Squares! Wrought iron gates open into an impeccable cobblestone courtyard with mature trees and plantings. The unit offers spacious living and sleeping area (Murphy Bed) with high ceilings and elegant time period details. Hardwood floors throughout and large dresser cabinet. The kitchen is separate with tile floors and fully applianced, plus enough room for a small dining table. A classic but semi-modern white bath is outfitted with vanity sink and subway tile. Common laundry and rent includes Heat/Hot Water. Incredible locale amid cafes, restaurants and world class higher ed. Sail the river, walk the Esplanade and enjoy street scene and night life that Cambridge has to offer. The walk score is 97 and commuting by public transit, bike or car is definitely a 10! Available NOW

856 Massachusetts Ave is a condo located in Middlesex County and the 02139 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge attendance zone.

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Condo Features

Hardwood Floors

Tile Floors

Instant Hot Water

Kitchen

Kitchen
Instant Hot Water
Hardwood Floors
Tile Floors
High Ceilings
Laundry Facilities
Gated
Courtyard

Fees and Policies

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

No Pets Allowed

Details

Utilities Included

Water
Heat

Location

Property Address: 856 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge,

MA 02139

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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:	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	2.0 mi

856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2 is within 4 minutes or 0.2 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near MIT and Harvard University.

Schools

The Amigos School

Public Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

407 Students

Attendance Zone

Out of 10

Martin Luther King Jr.

Public Elementary School

Grades PK-5

332 Students

Attendance Zone

Out of 10

Cambridge Street Upper School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

293 Students

Attendance Zone

Out of 10

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Public Middle School

Grades 6-8

251 Students

Attendance Zone

Out of 10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

Public High School

Grades 9-12

1,867 Students

Attendance Zone

Out of 10

Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool

Private Elementary School

Grades PK-K

51 Students

Nearby

St. Paul's Choir School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades 4-8

28 Students

Nearby

The Henry Buckner School

Private Elementary School

Grades K-1

6 Students

Nearby

Farr James F

Private Middle & High School

Grades 7-12

Nearby

James F Farr Academy

Private Middle & High School

Grades 8-12

29 Students

Nearby

Castle School

Private High School

Grades 9-12

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Central Square Station, located 0.3 miles from 856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2. 856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2 is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.1 miles or 14 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Central Square Station	Walk:	4 min	0.3 mi
Harvard Square Station	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Union Square	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Kendall Station	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Boston University West Station	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Porter Square	Drive:	3 min	1.8 mi
Yawkey	Drive:	4 min	2.7 mi
Back Bay Station	Drive:	10 min	2.8 mi
North Station	Drive:	9 min	2.9 mi
Boston Landing	Drive:	12 min	7.3 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International	Drive:	14 min	6.1 mi

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score^®

Out of 100

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

Excellent Transit

Transit Score^®

Out of 100

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

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score^®

Out of 100

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

Soundscore^™

Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
Residences at University Park	Walk:	12 min	0.7 mi
330-340 River Street	Walk:	13 min	0.7 mi
Harvard Square	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi

856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2 has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Harvard Museum of Natural History	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum	Drive:	3 min	1.2 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site	Drive:	3 min	1.4 mi
Charles River Reservation	Drive:	6 min	2.2 mi
Coit Observatory	Drive:	5 min	2.4 mi

856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2 has 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance	Walk:	11 min	0.6 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital	Drive:	4 min	1.8 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary	Drive:	6 min	2.1 mi

856 Massachusetts Ave Unit 2 has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 0.6 miles away and a 11 minutes drive.