56.5 Spring St # 56, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141 • East Cambridge
$5,200/mo
2
Beds
1
Baths
960
Sq Ft
0
Lot Sq Ft
1886
Year Built
New today
Time on Market
For Rent Listed Oct 12, 2026 • MLS# 73589798 Copied! • Updated Oct 12, 2026

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About this home

**Available December 1, 2026!** A rare opportunity to rent a charming **single family home with its own private outdoor space** in the heart of East Cambridge! Ideally located on Spring Street, just moments from Kendall Square, Cambridge Crossing, and the vibrant neighborhood surrounding Lechmere, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers the privacy and independence of single family living in one of Cambridge's most convenient locations. Inside, high ceilings and abundant natural light create a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The spacious, updated eat in kitchen features newer appliances, gas cooking, generous cabinetry, and plenty of room for a full size dining table. Just beyond the kitchen, a large, private fenced patio provides a wonderful extension of the living space, with ample room for outdoor dining, entertaining, and relaxing. Additional highlights include an updated bathroom, private laundry, and central air conditioning. With MIT approximately one mile away, Kendall/MIT Red Line station within a 15 minute walk, and Lechmere Green Line station and Cambridge Crossing less than a 10 minute walk away, the location is hard to beat! Enjoy easy access to neighborhood cafés, acclaimed restaurants, local shops, and the innovation hubs of Kendall Square, all while having the comfort of your own private home and outdoor space. Flexible lease terms of 6 to 12+ months are available, with longer leases welcomed. **Offered unfurnished at $4,950 per month, with a reduced monthly rate available for a longer lease commitment.** A special opportunity to enjoy space, privacy, and exceptional connectivity in the heart of East Cambridge!

Price & Status History

Market Insights

1
Previous Sales

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Rent
Oct 13, 2026
$5,200
Original listing
Agent: Emma Guardia & Team Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #73547943
Full transaction history available when tracking began
🏷️
Previously Sold
Sep 5, 2026
$5,200
MLS #73547943

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1886
Living Area 960 sq ft
Lot Size 0 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 4

Rental Details

Available Aug 1, 2026
Lease Term Short Term Lease,Lease Terms(Flex),Term of Rental(Months)
Rent Includes Water, Sewer
Security Deposit $5,000
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Patio
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
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 56
Sq Ft Source Other
Documents None
County Middlesex

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
960 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
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Laundry: In Unit
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1886
Structure Type:
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Utilities & Systems

Heating: Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling:
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Sewer:
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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Patio, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
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Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
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

10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.9 mi | #246 of 346 | Score: 47.4
Improved 36 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students Diverse
Rising School College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
1.4 mi | #46 of 352 | Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
2.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
3.0 mi | #105 of 825 | Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 students Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.4 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
4.0 mi
Grades PK-08
B-
King Open School
0.5 mi | #473 of 825 | Score: 45.4
Dropped 152 spots from last year
-12.8 below state avg
437 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
2.0 mi
Grades 01-06
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.2 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.5 mi | #207 of 352 | Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.6 mi | #104 of 352 | Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.8 mi | #66 of 352 | Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.2 mi | #205 of 346 | Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students Diverse
7 sports • 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.0 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

East Cambridge

56.5 Spring St # 56, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141

Listing Information

Listing Agent Emma Guardia & Team
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID TM361698
Office MLS ID AN2606
Listing Data Updated Oct 12, 2026 11:43 PM 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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