36 Linnaean St # 2, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Avon Hill
$3,400
$3,300/mo
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About this home
Available 8/1. Start date flexible. Spacious 2-bedroom rental between Harvard and Porter Squares, on one of Avon Hill's picturesque tree-lined streets. One of the largest units in the building, this raised corner unit offers a great layout with two generously sized bedrooms, a living room with a decorative fireplace, and a separate dining area. Custom built-ins and oversized closets provide excellent storage. The professionally managed building includes bike racks and an updated laundry facility in the basement. Unbeatable commute: close to the Red Line, bus routes, and the Commuter Rail. Minutes to Harvard University, Lesley University, and the shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants of both Harvard and Porter Squares.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
99.5%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Lease Pending
Aug 30, 2026
Lease pending
Price Reduced
Aug 10, 2026
$3,300
$100
(-2.94%)
From $3,400 to $3,300 (-2.9%)
Listed for Rent
Jul 17, 2026
$3,400
Original listing
Agent: Fangliang Guo
Office: Compass
Previous Transaction - MLS #72781885
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
May 14, 2021
$655,000
MLS #72781885
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/30/2026 | ⏳ Lease Pending | - | - | - | Lease pending |
| 08/10/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,300 | $100 | - | From $3,400 to $3,300 (-2.9%) |
| 07/17/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,400 | - | - | Original listing |
| 05/14/2021 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $655,000 | - | - | MLS #72781885 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Year Built
1920
Living Area
815 sq ft
Lot Size
0.00
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Rental Details
Available
Aug 25, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener
Security Deposit
$3,400
Required
Last MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Steam
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator
Fireplace
None
Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Laundry
In Building
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
HOA
Yes
Fee Includes
None
Amenities
None
Optional Fee Includes
None
Additional Details
Possession
Flexible
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Field Card
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
44 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
Lease Pending
Year Built
1920
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
815 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
815 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.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Building
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1920
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Steam
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:
Special Features
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Type:
Community Amenities:
Public Transportation, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
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
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.7 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
Shady Hill School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.4 mi
Grades 01-12
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.6 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
1.6 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
Fayerweather Street School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
< 0.1 mi
|
#238 of 825
|
Score: 52.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
323 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.7 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
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.3 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
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.8 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
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
2.1 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
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.8 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.2 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
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Neighborhood
Avon Hill
36 Linnaean St # 2, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Fangliang Guo
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-206-3333
Agent MLS ID
CN262868
Office MLS ID
AN2383
Listing Data Updated
Aug 30, 2026 7:53 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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