28 Mt. Auburn St. # 1, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
$2,800/mo
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About this home
Available now or flexible move-in! Lovely one bedroom in the heart of Harvard Square! Warm hardwood floors throughout and nice high ceilings add to the charm and character of this well maintained unit. Fully appliance kitchen with gas stove cooking, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave and an ample pantry. The full bathroom is designed with marble tiling surrounding the tub/shower and floor. Convenient in-unit washer and dryer! Radiant heating plus one wall AC provides year round comfort. The beautiful gardens surrounding the property add to this special offering. Accessible to Redline T, the #1 Bus directly to MIT and downtown Boston and lots of cafes and shops! Enjoy a stroll around the Charles River just a few blocks away. Excellent credit and references, please. No pets or smoking anywhere on the premises. Heat included; tenant pays electric and gas for hot water/cooking.
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Property History
Property Timeline
Listed for Rent
Aug 5, 2026
$2,800
Original listing
Agent: Tina Kolb Diaz
Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/05/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $2,800 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Apartment
Year Built
1873
Living Area
546 sq ft
Lot Size
99,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
1
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
3
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Heat, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener
Required
First MonthLast MonthReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Common, Hot Water
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
Internet Available - Unknown
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
Flexible
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
1
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1873
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
546 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
546 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, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Internet Available - Unknown
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1873
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Common, Hot Water
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
A
Amigos School
0.7 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.8 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.7 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.
2.3 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.4 mi
Grades PK-08
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
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades 01-06
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
1.2 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
1.5 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
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.6 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
Farr Academy School
0.8 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.9 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.6 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
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Neighborhood
28 Mt. Auburn St. # 1, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Tina Kolb Diaz
Listing Office
Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Office Phone
617-864-4430
Agent MLS ID
BB808349
Office MLS ID
AN6200
Listing Data Updated
Aug 9, 2026 4:05 AM EDT
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