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  • Third Square

    285 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142

    Apartment building
    Studio-2 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Air conditioning available
    In-unit laundry (W/D)

    Available units

    This listing now includes required monthly fees in the total monthly price.

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    Unit
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    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnTotal monthly price, sorted ascending
    Unit N441
    Studio, 1 ba
    537
    Nov 11
    $3,193
    Unit N-541
    Studio, 1 ba
    537
    Jan 13
    $3,231
    Unit N640
    Studio, 1 ba
    537
    Now
    $3,243
    Unit N413
    1 bd, 1 ba
    727
    Nov 20
    $3,578
    Unit N629
    1 bd, 1 ba
    728
    Now
    $3,623
    Unit N314
    1 bd, 1 ba
    862
    Dec 3
    $3,740
    Unit N733
    1 bd, 1 ba
    695
    Feb 5
    $3,789
    Unit N511
    1 bd, 1 ba
    748
    Oct 30
    $3,861
    Unit N-307
    1 bd, 1 ba
    842
    Now
    $3,880
    Unit N509
    1 bd, 1 ba
    753
    Dec 17
    $3,886
    Unit N-632
    1 bd, 1 ba
    716
    Dec 29
    $3,898
    Unit S218
    1 bd, 1 ba
    795
    Now
    $3,900
    Unit N128
    1 bd, 1 ba
    1,115
    Nov 13
    $4,079
    Unit S-221
    1 bd, 2 ba
    1,171
    Dec 11
    $4,305
    Unit N-242
    2 bd, 2 ba
    1,100
    Dec 16
    $4,718

    What's special

    Swimming pool
    Cool down on hot days
    This building features access to a pool. Less than 9% of buildings in Cambridge have this amenity.
    Media roomHeated indoor swimming poolStunning countertopsNewly renovated homesSwimming poolWasher and dryerResident lounge with bar
    Spacious, newly renovated homes with utilities included, granite counters, swimming pool, fitness center, and 24-hour coniege, located just two blocks from the MIT/Kendall Square T stop. Utilities are included at Third Square Apartments, Kendall Square's premier property located in Cambridge. Convenient to public transportation and two blocks from the MIT/Kendall Square T stop, these newly renovated homes include stunning countertops, washer and dryer and outstanding courtyard views. Residents have access to a heated indoor swimming pool, 24-hour concierge, 2,200 square foot fitness center, media room, resident lounge with bar and underground parking garage. Close proximity to the Charles River, the Esplanade, Harvard University and MIT. Easy access to Memorial Drive, Storrow Drive, I-93, and the Massachusetts Turnpike. And now you can breathe easy because this community is smoke-free.
    Office hours
    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:10 am - 6 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Fitness Center
    • Lounge: TV Lounge
    • Recreation Room: Rec Room
    Other
    • Laundry: In Unit
    • Swimming Pool
    Security
    • Controlled Access
    Services & facilities
    • Elevator
    • On-Site Maintenance
    • On-Site Management
    • Package Service
    • Storage Space
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    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Dryer
    • Microwave Oven: Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    • Washer/Dryer Hookups: WD Hookup
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioning
    Internet/Satellite
    • Cable TV Ready: Cable
    • High-speed Internet Ready: High Speed Internet
    Other
    • Courtyard
    • Individual Climate Control
    • Large Closets
    • Window Coverings

    Policies

    Parking
    • Garage
    Lease terms
    • Flexible terms

    Special Features

    • Free Weights

    Neighborhood: East Cambridge

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Excellent Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Cambridge

    Kennedy-Longfellow School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.4 miles
    5/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    4/10
    Student Progress Rating
    5/10
    Vassal Lane Upper School
    Grades 6-8 • 0.4 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    8/10
    Student Progress Rating
    8/10
    Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
    Grades 9-12 • 1.6 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    7/10
    College Readiness Rating
    9/10

    East Cambridge sits between the Charles River and the Cambridge-Somerville line, with a mix of historic streets, converted industrial buildings, and newer development. The neighborhood’s industrial past is visible around the former Cambridge Gas Works site, now the CambridgeSide area, while the Museum of Science stands just across the river. North Point Park offers paths, lawns, and river views; nearby paths connect to longer walks and bike rides along the Charles. Dining and coffee options range from neighborhood cafés to restaurants and food spots around CambridgeSide, with additional shopping at the mall. Kendall/MIT’s galleries, public art, and nightlife are close by, and the Green Line’s Lechmere station, buses, and bike routes make trips around Cambridge and Boston convenient. East Cambridge neighborhood listings have a median rent of $3,675 per month, with a typical range of $1,310 to $19,157.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Third Square?

    Third Square has a walk score of 96, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of Third Square?

    Third Square has a transit score of 82, it has excellent transit.

    What schools are assigned to Third Square?

    The schools assigned to Third Square include Kennedy-Longfellow School, Vassal Lane Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.

    Does Third Square have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, Third Square has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units and washer/dryer hookups available.

    What neighborhood is Third Square in?

    Third Square is in the East Cambridge neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.

    What are Third Square's policies on pets?

    A maximum of 3 cats are allowed per unit. To have a cat at Third Square there is a required deposit of $250. This building has monthly fee of $50 for cats. A maximum of 3 dogs are allowed per unit. To have a dog at Third Square there is a required deposit of $250. This building has monthly fee of $85 for dogs.

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