254 Elm St # 1, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139 • Kendall Square
$3,600
$3,200/mo
About this home
In-unit laundry and rentable parking available! Snow and trash removal are covered by the landlord. Newly painted in 2021 with some new flooring, this 2B1B unit is located in the epicenter of Cambridge—nestled between Central Square, Inman Square, Union Square, and East Cambridge. Rentable parking is available at the back of the building for $100/month. Unlimited laundry in the building is available for $30 per unit/month (mandatory).
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Property History
Market Insights
2
Price Changes
14.7%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Jul 13, 2026
$3,200
$550
(-14.67%)
From $3,750 to $3,200 (-14.7%)
Price Increased
Apr 4, 2026
$3,750
+$150
(+4.17%)
From $3,600 to $3,750 (+4.2%)
Listed for Sale
Mar 10, 2026
$3,600
Original listing
Agent: Siyin Qu
Office: eXp Realty
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/13/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,200 | $550 | - | From $3,750 to $3,200 (-14.7%) |
| 04/04/2026 | ↑ Price Increased | $3,750 | +$150 | - | From $3,600 to $3,750 (+4.2%) |
| 03/10/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $3,600 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
Living Area
900 sq ft
Lot Size
0.00
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal
Security Deposit
$3,750
Required
Last MonthDepositInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
None
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
Features
None
Utilities
Electric
None
Water
None
Sewer
None
Gas
None
Other
None
Building & Pet Policy
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Other
Sq Ft Disclosures
APPROX
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
129 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Attached (Townhouse/Rowhouse/Duplex)
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
900 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
1
Room Details
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
900 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Other Floor
Bathroom1
Bedroom5
Bedroom4
Bedroom3
Dining Room
Kitchen
Bathroom2
Bedroom2
Living Room
Bathroom3
Master Bedroom
Office
Family Room
Master Bathroom
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.4 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
A
Amigos School
0.9 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.1 mi
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
2.2 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
2.3 mi
|
#100 of 824
|
Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.8 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
3.3 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
King Open School
0.2 mi
|
#500 of 824
|
Score: 44.7
Dropped 179 spots from last year
-13.5 below state avg
391 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
1.3 mi
Grades 01-06
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.2 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
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.5 mi
|
#118 of 352
|
Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.0 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.2 mi
|
#67 of 352
|
Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.6 mi
|
#178 of 346
|
Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.7 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
Kendall Square
254 Elm St # 1, Cambridge MA 02139
Cambridge, MA 02139
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Siyin Qu
Listing Office
eXp Realty LLC - Corporate Office
Office Phone
888-854-7493
Agent MLS ID
CN221841
Office MLS ID
AC0342
Listing Data Updated
Jul 17, 2026 3:05 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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