excellent location , a tree lined street off Brattle Street
Home type
Single Family Residence
Interior living area
1,273 sqft
Year built
1886
Lot size
1,100 sqft (about 0.03 acres)
Parking spaces
0
Available date
2026-09-01
Rent includes
Water · Sewer · Garden Area · Air Conditioning · Laundry Facilities
RENTAL DETAILS
Lease terms & move-in costs
Availability
2026-09-01
Lease term
Term of Rental(12)
Pets
Yes
Laundry
In Basement · In Building
Rent includes
Water · Sewer · Garden Area · Air Conditioning · Laundry Facilities
Security deposit
$5,500
First month required
Yes
Last month required
Yes
Base rent is not the total housing cost. Missing parking, pet, utility, insurance and other charges are not treated as zero. Confirm all charges and payment timing before applying.
About this home
A rare opportunity to enjoy the privacy and charm of a freestanding single family home in the heart of coveted Cambridge. Tucked along a tree lined side street, this light-filled 1886 gem beautifully blends historic character with comfortable city living. The inviting living room features a wood-burning fireplace and dual exposures, while the open kitchen and dining area is surrounded by natural light and opens through glass doors to a private deck and fenced garden, an idyllic setting for entertaining, dining outdoors, or simply relaxing. Throughout the home, handsome wood floors, generous ceiling heights, abundant windows, and a beautiful 19th-century stained-glass window add warmth and architectural character. Upstairs are three bedrooms PLUS A DEN along with an updated bath. Lovely neighborhood views, a full basement, and newer systems complete the home. Just one block from the Charles River and Cambridge Skating Club and approximately 0.7 mile to Harvard Square and the Red Line, this special residence offers the best of Cambridge living, historic charm, private outdoor space, and remarkable access to Harvard, MIT, MGH, and downtown Boston.
Listed by Eve Dougherty · Compass MLS PIN #73567452 · Updated 9/28/2026, 3:05:00 AM ET
Facts & features
Home overview
Property subtype
Single Family Residence
Property category
Residential Lease
MLS status
Active
Bedrooms
3
Full bathrooms
1
Half bathrooms
0
Total bathrooms
1
Total rooms
6
Living area
1,273 sqft
Living area source
Other
Above grade finished area
1,273 sqft
Building area
1,273
Building area units
Square Feet
Building area source
Other
Area includes basement
No
Entry level
1
Unit building
98.5
Interior & systems
Heating
Natural Gas
Heating available
Yes
Cooling available
Yes
Appliances
Range · Dishwasher · Disposal · Microwave
Laundry
In Basement · In Building
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplaces
1
Accessibility
No
Primary bathroom features
No
Room details
Primary bedroom
Level
Second
Bedroom 2
Level
Third
Bedroom 3
Level
Third
Living room
Level
First
Dining room
Level
First
Family room
Level
Second
Kitchen
Level
First
Construction & condition
Year built
1886
Year built details
Approximate
Home warranty
No
Year round use
Yes
Garage & parking
Total parking spaces
0
Open parking spaces
0
Lot & outdoor features
Lot area
1,100 sqft (about 0.03 acres)
Lot size units
Acres
Exterior features
Porch · Fenced Yard · Garden
Patio & porch
Porch
Fencing
Fenced
Spa
No
Waterfront
No
Water views
No
Outdoor space available
Yes - Private
HOA & community
Homeowners association
No
Community features
Public Transportation · Shopping · Tennis Court(s) · Park · Medical Facility · Laundromat · Bike Path · Conservation Area · Highway Access · House of Worship · Private School · Public School · T-Station · University
Senior community
No
Rental terms
Available date
2026-09-01
Available now
No
Lease term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent includes
Water · Sewer · Garden Area · Air Conditioning · Laundry Facilities
Pets allowed
Yes
Security deposit
$5,500
Deposit required
Yes
First month required
Yes
Last month required
Yes
Insurance required
Yes
References required
No
Location & listed schools
City
Cambridge
County
Middlesex
State
MA
ZIP code
02138
Directions
excellent location , a tree lined street off Brattle Street
Listing & disclosures
MLS number
73567452
Listing date
2026-08-24
Original entry date
2026-08-24
Status changed
2026-09-23
Listing modified
2026-09-28
Original list price
$5,500
Current list price
$5,000
List price per sqft
$3.93
Days on market
35
Property market time
35
Disclosure indicator
N
Lead paint
Unknown
UFFI
Unknown
Price & tax details
Current asking price$5,000/mo
Original asking price$5,500
Listed on2026-08-24
Days on market35
These records are supplied by the current listing. Assessed value is not market value; confirm taxes with the local assessor.
SCHOOLS & EDUCATION
Schools & performance
2026 MA DESE
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