Renovated 2BR / 1BA Near Kendall Square | Parking Included | Cat Friendly
Lovely first-floor 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in a well-maintained multi-family home just minutes from Kendall Square, MIT, the Red Line, restaurants, cafes, and neighborhood amenities.
Recently renovated, this bright and inviting apartment features hardwood floors throughout and a modern eat-in kitchen complete with granite countertops, a dishwasher, and an electric range. Both bedrooms offer comfortable living space, and coin-operated laundry is conveniently located in the basement.
Apartment Highlights
2 bedrooms / 1 bathroom
First-floor unit
Recently renovated
Hardwood floors throughout
Eat-in kitchen
Granite countertops
Dishwasher
Electric range
Laundry in building
Additional Details
One outdoor parking space included
Cats welcome
Electric heat
12-month lease
Graduate students welcome
Available September 1
Enjoy the convenience of living in one of Cambridge's most sought-after neighborhoods with easy access to Kendall Square, MIT, public transportation, shopping, dining, and everything the city has to offer.
74 Thorndike St
Cambridge, MA 02141
Apartment building
1-2 beds
What's special
Modern eat-in kitchenHardwood floors throughoutWell-maintained multi-family homeBright and inviting apartmentElectric rangeGranite countertops
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Freezer
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: East Cambridge
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Transit Score®
 / 100
Excellent TransitNearby schools in Cambridge
Kennedy-Longfellow School
Grades PK-5 • 0.3 miles5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
4/10Student Progress Rating
5/10Vassal Lane Upper School
Grades 6-8 • 0.4 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Grades 9-12 • 1.7 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
9/10Living in Cambridge
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
Where is 74 Thorndike St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
74 Thorndike St is located at 74 Thorndike St in East Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Tatte, Cafe Beatrice, and Tatte.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 74 Thorndike St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 74 Thorndike St include MIT Medical (Building E23) (0.7 miles away), MGH Cancer Center (0.8 miles away), and Eat Street Cafe (0.8 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 74 Thorndike St?
The schools assigned to 74 Thorndike St include Kennedy-Longfellow School, Vassal Lane Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 74 Thorndike St?
74 Thorndike St is located near 3 grocery stores, including Whole Foods Market (0.9 miles) and Whole Foods Market (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Cambridge Antique Market, are approximately 0.2 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 74 Thorndike St?
74 Thorndike St is located within 0.7 miles of Bunker Hill Community College, 1 mile of Computer Systems Institute, and 1 mile of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
