KBL
129 Franklin St,
Cambridge,
MA
02139
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Monthly Rent
$3,587 - $6,587
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
708 - 1,502 sq ft
KBL
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KBL is part of The Residences of University Park Collection. Each one of the four apartment communities has its own approach to life. An outlook thoughtfully expressed in every detail. What unites them all is lush, open space. Which one fits you?Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Kennedy Biscuit Lofts (KBL) were once home to the Frank A. Kennedy Steam Bakery, which produced Lorna Doone and Fig Newton cookies. Today, many of the architectural details original to its 1875 construction, like exposed brick walls and wooden beams, add to the charm of each open floorplan apartment. Come tour today.
Pricing & Floor Plans
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SF Renovation 3
$3,587 – $5,063
Studio
1 Bath
708 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit KBL-0208price $3,587square feet 708availibility Apr 27
1S Renovation 3
$4,482 – $6,326
1 Bed
1 Bath
1,407 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit KBL-0410price $4,482square feet 1,407availibility May 14
2L Renovation 4
$4,187 – $5,909
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,110 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit KBL-0428price $4,187square feet 1,110availibility Now
2AL Renovation 4
$4,667 – $6,587
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,502 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit KBL-0223price $4,667square feet 1,502availibility May 27
SF Renovation 3
$3,587 – $5,063
Studio
1 Bath
708 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit KBL-0208price $3,587square feet 708availibility Apr 27
1S Renovation 3
$4,482 – $6,326
1 Bed
1 Bath
1,407 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit KBL-0410price $4,482square feet 1,407availibility May 14
2L Renovation 4
$4,187 – $5,909
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,110 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit KBL-0428price $4,187square feet 1,110availibility Now
2AL Renovation 4
$4,667 – $6,587
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,502 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
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Unit KBL-0223price $4,667square feet 1,502availibility May 27
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities.
View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
About KBL
KBL is part of The Residences of University Park Collection. Each one of the four apartment communities has its own approach to life. An outlook thoughtfully expressed in every detail. What unites them all is lush, open space. Which one fits you?Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Kennedy Biscuit Lofts (KBL) were once home to the Frank A. Kennedy Steam Bakery, which produced Lorna Doone and Fig Newton cookies. Today, many of the architectural details original to its 1875 construction, like exposed brick walls and wooden beams, add to the charm of each open floorplan apartment. Come tour today.
KBL is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02139 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Prospect Hill Academy Charter (District) attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Pantry*
- Smoke-Free Community
- Stainless Steel Appliance Suite
- Wood-Style Plank Flooring*
- *Select apartments
- Catering Kitchen
- EV Charging Stations
- Beautifully Landscaped Grounds
- Entertainment Dining Room
- Historic Building
- Landscaped Courtyard with Social Seating
- Yoga Studio
- Spacious Closets
- Fully Renovated Apartments*
- Loft-Style Apartment Homes*
- Pet Friendly*
- Valet Dry Cleaning Available
- 14 - 20 ceilings*
- Additional Storage Available
- Bike Room/Storage
- Grilling Area
- Natural Stone Countertops*
- Ceiling Fan(s)*
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Clubhouse
Business Center
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Dry Cleaning Service
- EV Charging
- Public Transportation
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Gated
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Stainless Steel Appliances
Ceiling Fans
Smoke Free
Dining Room
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- One-Time Move-In Fees
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Administrative Fee$0
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Application Fee$0
- Dogs Allowed
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No fees required
- Cats Allowed
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No fees required
- Parking
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Garage--
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Other--
- Storage Fees
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Storage Unit$0/mo
Details
Lease Options
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Variable
Property Information
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Built in 1990
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131 units/4 stories
Location
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Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Dry Cleaning Service
- EV Charging
- Public Transportation
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Gated
- Courtyard
- Fitness Center
- Pantry*
- Smoke-Free Community
- Stainless Steel Appliance Suite
- Wood-Style Plank Flooring*
- *Select apartments
- Catering Kitchen
- EV Charging Stations
- Beautifully Landscaped Grounds
- Entertainment Dining Room
- Historic Building
- Landscaped Courtyard with Social Seating
- Yoga Studio
- Spacious Closets
- Fully Renovated Apartments*
- Loft-Style Apartment Homes*
- Pet Friendly*
- Valet Dry Cleaning Available
- 14 - 20 ceilings*
- Additional Storage Available
- Bike Room/Storage
- Grilling Area
- Natural Stone Countertops*
- Ceiling Fan(s)*
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
Expenses
One-Time
Cat Fee
$0
Dog Fee
$0
Office Hours
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 12pm - 5pm |
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.
Learn more about living in Central Square
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
KBL is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from MIT. It is also near Cambridge College and Boston University.
Schools
Charter Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
999 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
407 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades 4-8
28 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-K
51 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K-1
6 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Cambridge include Central Square Station, located 0.3 mile from KBL. KBL is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 5.9 miles or 14 minutes away.
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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Drive: | 10 min | 2.5 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.9 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 14 min | 5.9 mi |
Time and distance from KBL.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
KBL has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 miles, which is about a 3-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Harvard Museum of Natural History
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Mineralogical and Geological Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Coit Observatory
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Charles River Reservation
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Longfellow National Historic Site
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
KBL has 5 parks within 2.1 miles, including Coit Observatory, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Mineralogical and Geological Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
KBL has 3 hospitals within 1.9 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 1.3 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 26 min | 13.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 16.8 mi |
KBL is 13.2 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
Property Ratings at KBL
11/17/22
Decent and relatively... (Verified Renter)
Decent and relatively cheap place to live compared to other buildings in the Cambridge neighborhood. The buildings are very old and often run into frequent maintenance issues. If it doesn't happen in your unit, it's a great place to be at. But if you have to deal with maintenance issues, it can be a living nightmare.
Property Manager at KBL, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your honest feedback, it is greatly appreciated. We understand that buildings get old over time and with that comes some maintenance challenges which we actively work to address in a timely manner. Our team is dedicated to making sure that our residents are comfortable in their homes and will continue to make that our top priority. We value your residency and look forward to continually improving our residents living experience with us. Thank you.
7/12/22
Nice area to... (Verified Renter)
Nice area to live. It?s quit on my floor and that?s what I like.??
Property Manager at KBL, Responded To This Review
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!
6/15/22
KBL has large... (Verified Renter)
KBL has large apartments for a reasonable price. The staff and maintenance of the facilities is good. While the apartments are older, they are well-managed and apartments are kept up to date.
Property Manager at KBL, Responded To This Review
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!
5/18/22
Building is not... (Verified Renter)
Building is not insulated well at all. So it can be noisy. All the staff I?ve met so far and wonderful! Very helpful. I love the way they manage and take care of packages!
Property Manager at KBL, Responded To This Review
Hi, we're happy you found our staff to be so supportive during your experience here at KBL - Residences at University Park.
5/12/22
I like the... (Verified Renter)
I like the living here
Property Manager at KBL, Responded To This Review
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!
1/11/22
Good location, apartments... (Verified Renter)
Good location, apartments are good size but lacking strong sound control between floors.
Property Manager at KBL, Responded To This Review
Thank you for your feedback. KLB is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Kennedy Biscuit Lofts once produced Lorna Doone and Fig Newton cookies, among other biscuits. Today, you can see cool original features like exposed brick walls and wooden beams, add to the charm of each open floorplan apartment.
11/24/21
Very nice apartment,... (Verified Renter)
Very nice apartment, great location, fantastic service and people
10/22/21
Awesome building, friendly... (Verified Renter)
Awesome building, friendly staff, great location
10/21/21
I have been... (Verified Renter)
I have been very impressed by our KBL apartment. The people who we?ve worked with have been courteous, available, and reliable at all times. The location is superb, the price is fair, in the apartment is pretty nice. We really could not ask for much more.
8/30/21
I have lived... (Verified Renter)
I have lived at KBL for 3 years now and I love my apartment, the community events and the available amenities. It is a perfect place to raise my family
7/30/21
Coolest place I've... (Verified Renter)
Coolest place I've ever lived
7/19/17
Rooms are large but it's not worth it
Current resident here. My experiences here have been far below par. Management and leasing are absolute wrecks. Laundry machines have been broken for over a year, repair requests are open for months. Floor renovations took almost a year. They also raised rent by 7% which is overpriced for this location imo. They don't treat KBL residents like they do at the other University Park locations. Also the color of the walls are nausea inducing. Only redeeming qualities are the folks at the front desk (shoutouts Katey and Richard!)
7/23/15
Accessible, but not Amazing
As a converted biscuit factory, KBL has character and charm. This residence is great for its proximity to the Central Square T stop, grocery store, and eclectic mix of restaurants on Massachusetts Avenue. The rooms themselves are spacious and clean, but carpet is everywhere and the kitchen/bathroom could use an upgrade. The laundry is also a bit expensive at $1.85/load and on the first floor, which is a bit disappointing when there is ample space in the rooms for a washer/dryer set. To those with little experience living in a city- beware of the many homeless and strange people lingering in Central Square. Nicer areas such as Davis Square and Back Bay are luckily only a short T ride away. I would rate KBL 2.5 stars if I could.
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Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?
KBL has studios to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $3,587/mo. to $6,587/mo.
Can I see a model or tour KBL?
Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.
What neighborhood is the property located in?
KBL is in Central Square in the city of Cambridge. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 1.1 miles of the property. Five parks are within 2.1 miles, including Coit Observatory, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Mineralogical and Geological Museum.
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129 Franklin St
Cambridge, MA 02139
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