Live near it all! 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment in a 3 unit building. 2 off street, non-tandem parking spaces, central air and heat, and in-unit laundry! Features lots of light in living and dining room, primary bedroom with walk-in closet, second bedroom with closet and built-ins, and kitchen with island, gas stove, dishwasher, microwave and French door refrigerator. Private side porch, green space in the backyard, and additional storage in basement as well.
Walking: 5 minutes to Alewife station, 15 minutes to Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, CVS, Davis Square, and Porter Square.
Easy access to Bike paths, Russell Field, Danehy Park, and multiple bus routes.Right near Route 2 for getting out of the city. Quiet neighborhood, but close enough to get you to the best parts of Cambridge/Boston/Somerville!
Initial lease from signing to September 2026. Renewal will be for 1 year starting Sept. 2026.
Rent includes water, sewer, snow removal, and annual yard cleanup. Tenant responsible for electric, gas, and internet. Rent due 1st of every month.
Pets allowed. Dogs will depend on breed due to insurance purposes.
Renters will be responsible for putting out trash, recycling, compost and (sometimes) yard waste bins weekly for curbside pickup on Sunday nights (Monday nights if Monday is a holiday).
Unit is non-smoking indoors (including vaping). Smoking is allowed on the private side porch.
Subject to credit and background check. First month, last month, and security deposit required.
85 Clifton St
Cambridge, MA 02140
Apartment building
2 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
Available units
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What's special
Private side porchFrench door refrigeratorKitchen with islandCentral air and heatGas stoveIn-unit laundry
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: North Cambridge
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Cambridge
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Peabody SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 85 Clifton St?
85 Clifton St has a walk score of 83, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of 85 Clifton St?
85 Clifton St has a transit score of 69, it has good transit.
What schools are assigned to 85 Clifton St?
The schools assigned to 85 Clifton St include Peabody School, Rindge Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
Does 85 Clifton St have in-unit laundry?
Yes, 85 Clifton St has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is 85 Clifton St in?
85 Clifton St is in the North Cambridge neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.