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Cambridge 5 beds 2 baths Central Square/cambridgeport - $6,800

Available: 09-01-2025
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$6,800/mo
5 Beds
2 Baths
Available: 09/01/2025
Central Square/Cambridgeport, Cambridge, MA
68 Pleasant Street, Cambridge, MA 02139

Amenities & Apartment Information

Unit

In-Unit Laundry
Granite Countertops

Property Description

Welcome home to this lovely 5 bedroom, 2 bath apartment located on the 2nd and 3rd floor of an updated Victorian Mansard 2-family in the heart of Cambridgeport between Harvard and MIT. 3 very large bedrooms, 1 medium sized bedroom, and 2 smaller rooms that can be used as small bedrooms with twin or full beds or offices. Building is on the corner of Pleasant Street & Kelly Road, which is a low-traffic residential nook of Cambridgeport, just 1 block from Dana Park, and a few blocks from Central Square and the River Street Whole Foods. You will find all the modern conveniences like in-unit laundry, granite countertops, keyless entry, cordless honeycomb blinds, and double-paned windows combined with the charming character of this classic building that features a long farmer's porch, tall 9 foot ceilings, original trim work, and rich hardwood floors. Ready to move-in 9/1. No pets, no smoking allowed. 1 off-street parking spot included in rent!

Map & Nearby Areas

Amigos School

Public Elementary School, Grades: PK-8

0.06mi

Farr Academy

School

0.25mi

Farr Academy School

Special Education, Grades: 7-12

0.25mi

Harvard University

University

0.27mi

Blackstone South

University

0.28mi

Martin Luther King Jr. School

Public Elementary School, Grades: PK-5

0.34mi

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Public Middle School, Grades: 6-8

0.34mi

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

University

0.38mi

Cantab Lounge

Bar

0.32mi

Brick & Mortar

Bar

0.39mi

Andala Coffee House

Cafe

0.23mi

1369 Coffee House

Coffee Shop

0.34mi

Möge Tee Cambridge

Bubble Tea (Cafe)

0.37mi

Caffè Nero

Coffee Shop

0.38mi

Pacific Street Cafe

Cafe

0.4mi

Mariposa Bakery

Cafe

0.45mi

River Street Firehouse

Fire Station

0.04mi

Station 2

Fire Station

0.47mi

Cambridge Police Reporting Station

Police

0.34mi

Harvard University Police - Mather House Sub Station

Police

0.51mi

Starlight Square

Theatre

0.43mi

Central Square Theater

Theatre

0.43mi

Subcentral

Music Venue

0.36mi

Redline Fight Sports

Gym. Sports: Boxing, Kickboxing, Martial Arts

0.37mi

VIM Fitness

Fitness Centre

0.38mi

YMCA

Sports Centre. Sports: Swimming

0.32mi

YWCA

Sports Centre

0.38mi

Pacific Street Dog Park

Dog Park

0.31mi

Tubman Square

Municipal Park

0.08mi

Hoyt Field

Municipal Park

0.1mi

Dana Park

Municipal Park

0.1mi

James Cronin Park

Municipal Park

0.21mi

Lopez Street Park

Municipal Park

0.23mi

McElroy Park

Municipal Park

0.24mi

Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Park

Municipal Park

0.24mi

Fulmore Playground

Playground

0.39mi

Cooper Playground

Playground

0.46mi

Cambridge Library Central Square Branch

Library

0.29mi

Wash & Dry

Laundry

0.15mi

Pearl Street Laundry and Dry Cleaning

Laundry

0.26mi

Apollo Travel & Tours

Travel Agency

0.34mi

Metropolitan Laundry

Laundry

0.37mi

Central Square Eye Care

Optician

0.31mi

Dr. Dental

Dentist

0.32mi

Courtyard Dental

Dentist

0.34mi

Target

Department Store

0.37mi

Black Sheep Market

Convenience

0.17mi

Star Variety

Convenience

0.3mi

7-Eleven

Convenience

0.32mi

Shell

Convenience

0.32mi

Convenience Plus

Convenience

0.34mi

First United Market

Convenience

0.37mi

Central Convenience Store

Convenience

0.43mi

River St @ Kelly Rd

64
70

0.07mi

River St opp Kinnaird St

64
70

0.07mi

Western Ave @ Howard St

64
70

0.15mi

Western Ave @ Kinnaird St

64
70

0.15mi

River St @ Fairmont St

64
70

0.15mi

Pearl St @ Erie St

47

0.2mi

Pearl St @ William St

47

0.23mi

River St opp Blackstone St

64
70

0.26mi

Price Comparison

This apartment is above the average price of $6,005 for 5 bedroom apartments in Cambridge. The unit includes some utilities. If you consider the cost of paying for these utilities separately, you may find that having them included in the rent saves you money. The other amenities this apartment offers, along with its condition, location, and size, can also contribute to the above average rent price. Use the contact form to schedule a showing or request a rental application. This listing may not last much longer.

Rent Calculator & Affordability

Recommended Annual Gross Income

Household:

$247,273 - $326,400

You + 4 Roommates, Each:

$54,400 - $65,280
A range of 25-30% is usually the recommended amount of household or combined gross income to spend on rent. This is also what many landlords are looking for in a prospective tenant, a group of roommates, or their cosigner(s). Remember, this is just a suggestion and does not take into account any other expenses you may have.

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How much do you (or your cosigner) earn each year before taxes?

High Range

35% of Gross Income

$9,520

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Mid Range

25% of Gross Income

$6,800

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Low Range

15% of Gross Income

$4,080

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Listing courtesy of David Yang , Boston Luxury Real Estate, LLC
MLS ID#: 73360760

The property listing data and information set forth herein were provided to MLS Property Information Network, Inc. from third party sources, including sellers, lessors and public records, and were compiled by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. The property listing data and information are for the personal, non commercial use of consumers having a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing listed properties of the type displayed to them and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties which such consumers may have a good faith interest in purchasing or leasing. MLS Property Information Network, Inc. and its subscribers disclaim any and all representations and warranties as to the accuracy of the property listing data and information set forth herein.

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MLS PIN Data Last Updated: 2025-05-23 03:05:00

Apartment Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this apartment located?

This apartment is located at 68 Pleasant Street, Cambridge, MA 02139.

How many bedrooms does this apartment have?

This apartment has 5 bedrooms.

How many bathrooms does this apartment have?

This apartment has 2 bathrooms.

What is the monthly rent?

The monthly rent is $6,800 for this 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment in Cambridge's Central Square/Cambridgeport neighborhood.

Does this apartment allow pets?

This apartment does not allow pets.

Is parking available?

Parking is not available with this apartment.

Are heat and hot water included?

Heat and hot water are not included in the rent.

What other amenities does this apartment have?

This apartment has other amenities including in-unit laundry, and granite countertops.

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This is an estimate based on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage at 7.242% interest, 20% down payment, $120/mo homeowners insurance, and the average property tax rate of 10.90 in the Boston area. Actual interest rates, property taxes, and homeowners insurance will vary. Does not include additional expenses or fees such as closing costs, PMI, or HOA fees. Buyers must complete their own due diligence based on current market conditions.

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