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872 Massachusetts # 801, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$3,900/mo
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,000
Sq Ft
1,000
Lot Sq Ft
213
Days on Market
Active Listed Dec 8, 2025 • MLS# 73460816 Copied! • Updated Mar 19, 2026

About this home

AVAILABLE NOW | 8th Floor Corner Layout w/ Large Balcony | 2 bed 2 bath in great Cambridge location moments to Red Line! Tremendous layout for roommates with two full bathrooms and large bedrooms with double closets. Kitchen is updated and opens into expansive living room. Apartment has AC, laundry is on-site. Heat & HW included in rent. Hard to beat this location between Harvard and Central, with easy access to Red Line, HBS, MIT, and more. Elevator building. First, Last, Security due at signing. Parking available for additional rent.

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Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
7.7%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Increased
Jan 16, 2026
$3,900 +$300 (+8.33%)
From $3,600 to $3,900 (+8.3%)
🏠
Listed for Sale
Dec 9, 2025
$3,600
Original listing
Agent: Tim McDonald Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Apartment
Living Area 1,000 sq ft
Lot Size 1,000 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 2
Total Rooms 4

Rental Details

Available Available Now
Lease Term Term of Rental(8+)
Rent Includes Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Snow Removal, Extra Storage
Security Deposit $3,600
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets Yes w/ Restrictions
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OKRestrictions Apply
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features Elevator
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

HOA Yes
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 801
Sq Ft Source Other
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 101 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,000 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
8

Room Details

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: Elevator
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Structure Type:
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Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
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Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features:
Patio & Porch:
Fencing:
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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

3 schools
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.3 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
A
John M Tobin School
0.3 mi | #137 of 824 | Score: 57.4
Dropped 34 spots from last year
-0.8 below state avg
291 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A
Amigos School
0.3 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
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.3 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
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.9 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
Allium Montessori School
0.9 mi
Grades 01-06
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.4 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.2 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
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Neighborhood

872 Massachusetts # 801, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Listing Information

Listing Agent Tim McDonald
Listing Office Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Office Phone 617-864-4600
Agent MLS ID CN223629
Office MLS ID AN4873
Listing Data Updated Mar 19, 2026 10:48 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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