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The University

1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138 – Mid-Cambridge

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  • Monthly Rent

    $3,300 - $3,990

  • Bedrooms

    2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    817 - 863 sq ft

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The University is located at 1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA and is managed by Jones Lang LaSalle, a reputable property management company with verified listings on RENTCafe. The University offers Studio to Three Bedroom apartments ranging in size from 373 to 875 sq. ft. Amenities include Carpeting, Gas Cooking, Mini-Blinds, High Speed Internet, Recycling and more. For more details, contact our office at or use the online contact form and well get back to you as soon as possible.

Pricing & Floor Plans

2 bedroom, 1 bath $3,300
2 Beds 1 Bath 817 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Unit Details
  • Unit 403
    price $3,300
    square feet 817
    availibility Now
2 bedroom, 1 bath $3,990
2 Beds 1 Bath 863 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 502
    price $3,990
    square feet 863
    availibility Now
2 bedroom, 1 bath $3,300
2 Beds 1 Bath 817 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 403
    price $3,300
    square feet 817
    availibility Now
2 bedroom, 1 bath $3,990
2 Beds 1 Bath 863 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 502
    price $3,990
    square feet 863
    availibility Now
* 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 The University

The University is located at 1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA and is managed by Jones Lang LaSalle, a reputable property management company with verified listings on RENTCafe. The University offers Studio to Three Bedroom apartments ranging in size from 373 to 875 sq. ft. Amenities include Carpeting, Gas Cooking, Mini-Blinds, High Speed Internet, Recycling and more. For more details, contact our office at or use the online contact form and well get back to you as soon as possible.

The University is an apartment community located in Middlesex County and the 02138 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Cambridge attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Climate controlled storage available
  • Gas Cooking
  • Professionally landscaped grounds
  • Hardwood flooring or contemporary carpeting
  • Spacious bathrooms with soaking tubs
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Heat and Hot Water Included
  • Reserved off-street parking available
  • Unique floor plans
  • Wall accents & built in shelves
  • Classic historical accents
  • Mini-Blinds
  • Onsite trash & recycling service
  • Recently renovated homes available
  • Windows in kitchens
  • Controlled building access with intercom
  • Dramatic cityscape views
  • Spacious walk-in closets
  • Zipcar Service

Community Amenities

Laundry Facilities

Elevator

Recycling

Key Fob Entry

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Recycling
  • Online Services
  • Public Transportation
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Elevator

Apartment Features

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom
  • Sprinkler System
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Office
  • Bay Window
  • Walk-In Closets

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
  • Application Fee
    $0

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Heat
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Property Information

  • Built in 1920
  • 26 units/6 stories
Location
Property Address: 1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge,
MA 02138
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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Recycling
  • Online Services
  • Public Transportation
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Elevator
  • Climate controlled storage available
  • Gas Cooking
  • Professionally landscaped grounds
  • Hardwood flooring or contemporary carpeting
  • Spacious bathrooms with soaking tubs
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Heat and Hot Water Included
  • Reserved off-street parking available
  • Unique floor plans
  • Wall accents & built in shelves
  • Classic historical accents
  • Mini-Blinds
  • Onsite trash & recycling service
  • Recently renovated homes available
  • Windows in kitchens
  • Controlled building access with intercom
  • Dramatic cityscape views
  • Spacious walk-in closets
  • Zipcar Service
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Intercom
  • Sprinkler System
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Office
  • Bay Window
  • Walk-In Closets
Expenses
Recurring
Storage Fee $80
Utilities Included
Water, Heat, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Neighborhood

Mid-Cambridge is a predominantly residential neighborhood brimming with apartments and townhomes available for rent. Central Square, Harvard Square, and Inman Square are all within easy walking distance of Mid-Cambridge, providing residents with abundant options for shopping, dining, entertainment, and public transportation.

Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology are both walkable from Mid-Cambridge as well, making the neighborhood a popular choice among students, faculty, and staff of these institutions. Lush surroundings and green spaces like Joan Lorentz Park and Harvard Yard lend a sense of serenity to the neighborhood while the shops, bars, and eateries of bustling Massachusetts Avenue ensure there is always something to do in Mid-Cambridge.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Cambridge College
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
Harvard University
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Lesley University
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
MIT
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
The University is within 3 minutes or 0.2 mile from Cambridge College. It is also near Harvard University and Lesley University.
Schools
Martin Luther King Jr.
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
332 Students
Attendance Zone
8
Out of 10
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
251 Students
Nearby
6
Out of 10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,867 Students
Attendance Zone
6
Out of 10
St. Paul's Choir School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades 4-8
28 Students
Nearby
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-K
51 Students
Nearby
Castle School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
School data provided by GreatSchools The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
Transportation

Transportation options available in Cambridge include Harvard Square Station, located 0.4 miles from The University. The University is near General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located 6.7 miles or 15 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Harvard Square Station
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Central Square Station
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Union Square
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Porter Square Station
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
St Paul Street Station
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Porter Square
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Yawkey
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
North Station
Drive: 9 min 3.6 mi
Back Bay Station
Drive: 11 min 4.5 mi
Boston Landing
Drive: 13 min 7.4 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
 Drive: 15 min 6.7 mi
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
75
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.
Biker's Paradise
92
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 The University.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Harvard Square
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Galleria At Harvard Square
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
The Shops At Charles Square
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
The University has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 miles, which is about a 11-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: 14 min 0.7 mi
Mineralogical and Geological Museum
 Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Longfellow National Historic Site
 Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
 Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
Coit Observatory
 Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
The University 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: 12 min 0.6 mi
Mount Auburn Hospital
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Drive: 7 min 2.7 mi
The University has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is Cambridge Health Alliance which is 0.6 miles away and a 12 minutes drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Hanscom Air Force Base
Drive: 23 min 12.2 mi
US Military Reservation
Drive: 28 min 16.6 mi
The University is 12.2 miles from Hanscom Air Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including US Military Reservation.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

The University has two bedrooms available with rent ranges from $3,300/mo. to $3,990/mo.

Can I see a model or tour The University?

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

What neighborhood is the property located in?

The University is in Mid-Cambridge in the city of Cambridge. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.6 mile 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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