The Kensington
55 Magazine St,
Cambridge,
MA
02139
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| 1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — | Not Available |
About The Kensington
Come enjoy Cambridge living at The Kensington. The 45-55 Magazine St location in the Cambridgeport neighborhood of Cambridge is a terrific place to live. The leasing staff will assist you in finding the best floor plan for your lifestyle. Give us a call now to schedule your tour.
The Kensington is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02139 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Pool
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Public Transportation
- Laundry Facilities
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Vintage Building
- Pool
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Hardwood Floors
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Dishwasher
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Deck
Fees and Policies
Details
Property Information
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Built in 1902
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49 units/6 stories
Location
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On the coast of the Charles River, Cambridgeport neighbors the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and lies just north of Boston University across the river. Just minutes from bustling downtown Boston, Cambridgeport has small town charm with close proximity to big city amenities. On the shore of the Charles River, residents enjoy visiting Magazine Beach Park with great water views and open green space.
Visit Asgard Irish Pub for delicious eats in an old-timey, classic pub setting. For a colorful, lively atmosphere with diverse cuisine and late night shows, venture over to The Middle East Restaurant and Nightclub. While in Cambridgeport, you’ll want to visit the MIT Museum, filled with galleries and exhibits focused on research and innovation. Get out on the water with the Riverside Boat Club and join the hundreds of rowers in this non-profit community gem.
Learn more about living in CambridgeportBelow are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments
| Beds | Average Size | Lowest | Typical | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio Studio Studio | 1723 Sq Ft | $2,200 | $3,177 | $14,606 |
| 1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed | 2213-2214 Sq Ft | $1,250 | $3,510 | $14,046 |
| 2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds | 1818-1820 Sq Ft | $2,600 | $4,493 | $31,314 |
| 3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds | 4317-4318 Sq Ft | $1,050 | $4,709 | $7,800 |
| 4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds | 5424-5425 Sq Ft | $1,100 | $5,455 | $15,000 |
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Public Transportation
- Elevator
- Vintage Building
- Pool
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Dishwasher
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Hardwood Floors
- Deck
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
The Kensington is within 10 minutes or 0.5 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near MIT and Boston University.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
407 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
999 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
332 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
251 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
293 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,867 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades K-1
6 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-K
51 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades 4-8
28 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 8-12
29 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Cambridge include Central Square Station, located 0.4 mile from The Kensington. The Kensington is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.3 miles or 15 minutes away.
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.4 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.7 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.5 mi |
| Drive: | 13 min | 7.4 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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General Edward Lawrence Logan International
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Drive: | 15 min | 6.3 mi |
Time and distance from The Kensington.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
The Kensington has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 12-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Harvard Museum of Natural History
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Mineralogical and Geological Museum
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.7 mi |
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Coit Observatory
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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 | 2.0 mi |
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Charles River Reservation
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
The Kensington has 5 parks within 2.3 miles, including Coit Observatory, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Mineralogical and Geological Museum.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
The Kensington has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 1.2 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 25 min | 13.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 28 min | 16.5 mi |
The Kensington is 13.4 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
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What neighborhood is the property located in?
The Kensington is in Cambridgeport in the city of Cambridge. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.6 mile of the property. Five parks are within 2.3 miles, including Coit Observatory, Harvard Museum of Natural History, and Mineralogical and Geological Museum.
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