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  • 24 Bay State Rd

    Cambridge, MA 02138

    Apartment building
    1-3 beds

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    In-unit laundry
    SHORT TERM LEASE! Available 11/01/25 - 04/30/26 Modern 1 BR + 1 Bath apartment (top floor) replete with sunshine. Amenities: fully furnished, in-unit laundry, garage parking, Samsung Frame TV, heated towel rack, Breville espresso machine, high-speed internet, central heating/cooling. Highly desirable location in Cambridge. The following are within a 200 m reach -- Fresh Pond, Danehy Park, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Apple Cinema, Beer Garden, Shopping Center, and restaurants. About 1 mile from Alewife Train Station and 1.6 miles from Harvard Square and 3.3 miles from MIT. Bike-path to Kendall Sq. The unit has 2 bedrooms, but is rented out as 1bd/1ba. The smaller bedroom will remain locked. Duration: 6 months (November 1, 2025 April 30, 2026). Fees and Utility costs: Owner pays for water, high-speed internet, gas, electricity. Policies: 1) No pets. 2) No smoking. 3) No loud music or behavior that disturbs neighbors 4) If found non-compliant, immediate termination of lease and 1 week to vacate the property and 100% deposit forfeited.

    Neighborhood: Peabody

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    Centered on Harvard Square and stretching to West Cambridge and Huron Village, 02138 blends ivy-clad history with everyday convenience along the Charles River and Fresh Pond. Expect classic New England seasons—crisp foliage in fall, snowy winters, and breezy summers—plus walkable streets lined with brick rowhouses, indie bookstores, and cafes. Locals gather at Harvard Art Museums, the A.R.T. at the Loeb, Brattle Theatre, and music venue The Sinclair; weekends mean browsing Harvard Book Store, picking up cheeses at Formaggio Kitchen, and looping the Fresh Pond Reservation. Dining runs from Alden & Harlow and Henrietta's Table to casual favorites like Felipe's and Tatte or Flour for coffee. Groceries and everyday shopping cluster around Harvard Square and the Fresh Pond area; gyms, yoga, and cycling studios are easy to find. Pet- and family-friendly green pockets include Cambridge Common, JFK Park, and river paths. Recent Zillow Rental Manager trends show a median asking rent in the mid-$3,000s, with most listings about $2,800-$4,800+.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    86 / 100
    Very Walkable
    59 / 100
    Good Transit
    99 / 100
    Biker's Paradise

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 24 Bay State Rd?

    24 Bay State Rd has a walk score of 86, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of 24 Bay State Rd?

    24 Bay State Rd has a transit score of 59, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to 24 Bay State Rd?

    The schools assigned to 24 Bay State Rd include Peabody School, Rindge Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.

    What neighborhood is 24 Bay State Rd in?

    24 Bay State Rd is in the Peabody neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.