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884-888 Massachusetts Ave

884-888 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139

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About 884-888 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139

Charming mid-rise apartment building near Central Square. Front lobbies painted and restored with new marble appointments. Heat and hot water is included. The high ceilings, ceiling fans, and new hardwood floors make this space feel open and airy. Extra storage and bicycle room in the basement. And, laundry will be a breeze with the best laundry room in all of Cambridge with free Wi-Fi to keep you occupied between loads. Excellent location, with an on-site property manager, you can rest assured that this smoke-free building is a peaceful and a well-maintained place to call home. Walk to the Central Square T-Stop in just 5 minutes, or take a leisurely stroll to the Harvard T-Stop in 10.

884-888 Massachusetts Ave is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02139 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Elevator
  • Laundry Room
  • Exposed Brick Walls
  • Heat Included

Community Amenities

Laundry Facilities

Elevator

Recycling

24 Hour Access

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Trash Pickup - Curbside
  • Recycling
  • Public Transportation
  • Elevator
  • Bicycle Storage

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Granite Countertops

Refrigerator

Wi-Fi

Tub/Shower

Highlights

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Sprinkler System

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Instant Hot Water

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Basement
  • Crown Molding
  • Bay Window
  • Views
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Large Bedrooms

Fees and Policies

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

  • One-Time Move-In Fees
  • Administrative Fee
    $0
  • Amenity Fee
    $0
  • Application Fee
    $0
  • Move-In Fee
    $175
  • Other
    $0
  • Satellite Fee
    $0

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Heat
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 12 months

Property Information

  • Built in 1889
  • 36 units/6 stories
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Neighborhood

Central Square is a thriving commercial district in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts. Filled with eclectic local restaurants, bars, and shops, this retail hub is the perfect place for renters looking for an urban lifestyle with plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities. Enjoy popular hotspots like the Mad Monkfish or Brick & Mortar, or check out some local entertainment at the Central Square Theater.

Because Central Square is such an urban neighborhood, there’s fantastic access to public transportation through the Central Subway Station. This is the ideal fit for commuters because of its public transit availability and the neighborhood’s unbeatable access to Boston. Central Square is just north of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a few miles southeast of Harvard University, and just across the Charles River from Boston University.

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Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 763 Sq Ft $2,195 $2,848 $3,380
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 2039-2041 Sq Ft $2,100 $3,394 $4,613
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 2489-2492 Sq Ft $2,600 $4,119 $6,175
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 4201-4203 Sq Ft $3,200 $4,900 $6,781
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1865-1870 Sq Ft $1,125 $5,614 $15,000
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Trash Pickup - Curbside
  • Recycling
  • Public Transportation
  • Elevator
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Room
  • Exposed Brick Walls
  • Heat Included
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Sprinkler System
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings
  • Basement
  • Crown Molding
  • Bay Window
  • Views
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Large Bedrooms
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $45
One-Time
Move-In Fee $175
Cat Fee $0
Utilities Included
Water, Heat, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday By Appointment
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Cambridge College
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
MIT
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Harvard University
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Lesley University
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
884-888 Massachusetts Ave is within 3 minutes or 0.2 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near Harvard University and MIT.
Schools
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
Charter Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
999 Students
Nearby
The Amigos School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
407 Students
Attendance Zone
Martin Luther King Jr.
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
332 Students
Attendance Zone
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
251 Students
Attendance Zone
Cambridge Street Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
293 Students
Attendance Zone
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,867 Students
Attendance Zone
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 mile from 884-888 Massachusetts Ave. 884-888 Massachusetts Ave is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.4 miles or 14 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Central Square Station
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Harvard Square Station
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Union Square
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Kendall Station
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Boston University West Station
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Drive: 3 min 1.7 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 5 min 2.8 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 10 min 2.9 mi
North Station
Drive: 9 min 2.9 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 12 min 7.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 14 min 6.4 mi

Walkability Near 884-888 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139

Walker's Paradise
97
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Excellent Transit
73
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Biker's Paradise
96
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.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 884-888 Massachusetts Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Residences at University Park
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
330-340 River Street
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Harvard Square
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
884-888 Massachusetts Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-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
 Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Charles River Reservation
 Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
884-888 Massachusetts Ave has 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Cambridge Health Alliance
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Arbour Human Resource Institute
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
884-888 Massachusetts Ave has 3 hospitals within 2.4 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 0.6 mile away and a 10 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 23 min 12.5 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 28 min 16.6 mi
884-888 Massachusetts Ave is 12.5 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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884-888 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02139 is in Central Square in the city of Cambridge. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.2 miles of the property. Five parks are within 2.5 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.

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