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228 Western Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$3,200
Est. $216/month
3
Beds
1
Baths
950
Sq Ft
$3
Price/Sq Ft
3,485
Lot Sq Ft
1929
Year Built
Apartment
Type
3 hours 33 minutes
Time on Market
Active Listed May 14, 2026 • MLS# 73518861 Copied!

About this home

Prime Allston Location – Spacious 3BR Steps to Transit, BU & City Life. Welcome to Unit 1 at 228 Western Avenue (02139), a well-located 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in the heart of Allston, one of Boston’s most vibrant and connected neighborhoods. This unit offers unbeatable convenience with easy access to public transportation, making commutes into downtown Boston quick and simple. You’re also just minutes from top universities including Boston University and close to other major academic hubs, making it an ideal spot for students, faculty, or professionals. Enjoy being surrounded by everything you need—cafés, restaurants, grocery stores, and entertainment are all within walking distance. The nearby Charles River adds even more value with outdoor space just minutes away. With a functional layout and a highly desirable location, this apartment offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and city living—giving you more time to enjoy Boston and less time commuting. No pets allowed

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Property Overview

Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1929
Bedrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
950 sq ft
Total Rooms
6
Entry Level
1

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Apartment
Year Built 1929
Living Area 950 sq ft
Lot Size 3,485 sq ft
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 6

Interior

Heating Electric
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Microwave
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry None
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Roof None
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Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None

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Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

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Neighborhood

228 Western Avenue # 1, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

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Nearby Schools

School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
✓ School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
↓ 4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A
Amigos School
0.2 mi | #45 of 352 | Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.2 mi | #22 of 824 | Score: 64.5
Improved 21 spots from last year
+6.3 above state avg
340 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.6 mi | #253 of 346 | Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students Diverse
High Graduation Rate Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.2 mi | #103 of 352 | Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
Allium Montessori School
1.0 mi
Grades 01-06
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.1 mi | #214 of 352 | Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.5 mi
Grades 08-12
JRI Bay Cove School
1.3 mi
Grades 07-12
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Property History

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Listed for Sale
May 14, 2026
$3,200
Original listing
Agent: Douglas Wakeley Office: Guiker Brokerage Massachusetts, LLC

Price & Status History

Date Event Price Change
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Market Statistics

Time on Market
3 hours 33 minutes
Price per Sq Ft
$3

Tax History

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Listing Information

Listing Agent Douglas Wakeley
Listing Office Guiker Brokerage Massachusetts, LLC
Agent MLS ID CN255644
Office MLS ID AN8298
Listing Data Updated May 14, 2026 9:27 AM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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