Top-floor 1-bedroom (6th floor) in a professionally managed, updated mid-rise ideally situated between Harvard and Central Square. This inviting unit features gleaming hardwood floors, high ceilings, and exposed brick, creating a warm, character-filled living space. The open kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, and heat and hot water are included in the rent for added value.
The building has been thoughtfully upgraded with an elevator, updated flooring, and elegant marble finishes throughout the entryways and common areas. It also boasts one of the best laundry facilities in Cambridge, along with a dedicated on-site property manager and main office for responsive, hands-on management.
Located less than a 5-minute walk to the Red Line in Central Square, this apartment offers unbeatable convenience for commuting throughout Cambridge and Boston. Surrounded by some of the area's best restaurants, cafes, shopping, and nightlife, you'll be right in the heart of one of the city's most dynamic neighborhoods. Cat negotiable ($45/month). Smoke-free building. (Reference #133684)
Start date: August 1, 2026 (no flexibility).
No broker fee.
Heat and hot water are included.
888 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139
Apartment building
Studio-3 beds
Available units
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What's special
Gleaming hardwood floorsOpen kitchenHigh ceilingsExposed brick
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Riverside
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
/ 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Cambridge
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Martin Luther King, Jr. SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Putnam Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 888 Massachusetts Ave?
888 Massachusetts Ave has a walk score of 97, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 888 Massachusetts Ave?
888 Massachusetts Ave has a transit score of 76, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 888 Massachusetts Ave?
The schools assigned to 888 Massachusetts Ave include Martin Luther King, Jr. School, Putnam Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What neighborhood is 888 Massachusetts Ave in?
888 Massachusetts Ave is in the Riverside neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.








