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Early Move-in Special

A special pricing of $3000 for rental with move in date before 6/20/2026.

Total Monthly Price

$3,000

12 Month Lease

Beds

1

Baths

1

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Note: Prices and availability subject to change without notice.

Lease Terms

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Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

  • Cats Allowed
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

About 856 Massachusetts Ave

Beautifully renovated and fully furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in one of Cambridge’s most convenient and vibrant locations. This bright, move-in-ready home offers a spacious layout, great natural light, and everything you need for comfortable city living. Located in the heart of Central Square, the apartment is just a short walk to the Central Square Red Line station, with easy access to MIT, Harvard, Kendall Square, Downtown Boston, MGH, biotech offices, startups, restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, gyms, and coworking spaces. The unit is ideal for a working professional, graduate student, visiting scholar, researcher, or anyone relocating to Cambridge/Boston who wants a furnished, low-hassle home in a highly walkable neighborhood. Highlights: - Fully furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment - Approximately 740 sq. ft. - Newly renovated and move-in ready - Bright living space with great natural light - Prime Central Square location. Short walk to Central Square Red Line station - Easy access to MIT, Harvard, Kendall Square, MGH and Downtown Boston - Surrounded by restaurants, cafes, shops, grocery stores, and everyday conveniences. The owner pays for heating and water. The renter only pays for electricity and WiFi. First month's, last month's, and security deposit due at signing. No smoking, no pets, no parties allowed.

856 Massachusetts Ave is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the 02139 zip code.

Community Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Storage Space

Floorplan Amenities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Office
  • Furnished

Parking

  • Street Parking

Security

  • Gated

Pet Policy

  • Cats Allowed

Airport

  • General Edward Lawrence Logan International

    Drive: 14 min 6.1 mi

Commuter Rail

  • Porter Square

    Drive: 3 min 1.8 mi
  • Yawkey

    Drive: 4 min 2.7 mi
  • Back Bay Station

    Drive: 10 min 2.8 mi
  • North Station

    Drive: 9 min 2.9 mi
  • Boston Landing

    Drive: 12 min 7.3 mi

Transit / Subway

  • Central Square Station

    Walk: 4 min 0.3 mi
  • Harvard Square Station

    Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
  • Union Square

    Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
  • Kendall Station

    Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
  • Boston University West Station

    Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Harvard Museum of Natural History

    Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
  • Mineralogical and Geological Museum

    Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
  • Longfellow National Historic Site

    Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
  • Charles River Reservation

    Drive: 6 min 2.2 mi
  • Coit Observatory

    Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Military Bases

Schools

GreatSchools Rating

Private High School

(617) 354-5410
Grades 9-12

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