Two Months Free on Select Apartments or Up to $10,000 in Jordan's Furniture. Only 1st Month's Rent Required. The 1 and 2 bedroom residences exude the charm and character of a bygone era while offering updated, tastefully appointed residences that appeal to current tastes and lifestyles. Most of the apartments have been recently updated from top to bottom, many with open concept floor plans. High-end designer finishes include hardwood floors, crown molding, granite countertops, marble accented baths and custom closet organizers. The location is walkable, many with tree-lined streets and adjacent stately homes, and only blocks from the trendy shops and restaurants in Harvard Square. It's easy to get to and from leading educational institutions such as Harvard and MIT on foot, bike or rail at the Harvard Square T stop.
Status: Special offer
CHR Harvard Square Communities
1642 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Apartment building
1 bed
Other parking
Shared laundry
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.
 Unit 3-04 1 bd, 1 ba | 618 | Now | $3,495 |
What's special
Adjacent stately homesCrown moldingGranite countertopsHardwood floorsHigh-end designer finishesTree-lined streetsUpdated tastefully appointed residences
Office hours
| Day | Open hours |
|---|---|
| Mon - Fri: | 10 am - 6 pm |
| Sat: | 10 am - 4 pm |
| Sun: | 11 am - 3 pm |
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Community Rooms
- Fitness Center
Other
- Shared: Laundry Facilities
Security
- Controlled Access
Services & facilities
- Bicycle Storage: Bike Storage (at Select Properties)
- Elevator: Elevator (at Select Properties)
Unit Features
Cooling
- Air Conditioning (select Apartments)
Flooring
- Hardwood Floors
Internet/Satellite
- High-Speed Internet Ready: High Speed Internet Access
Policies
Parking
- Other
Lease terms
- 12
Utilities included in rent
- Garbage
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Sewage
Special Features
- 24/7 Emergency Maintenance Response
- Electronic Thermostat
- Extra Storage (at Select Properties)
- High Ceilings
- Historic Building
- Large Closets
- Parking (at Select Properties)
- Recycling
- Walking Distance To T
- Zip Cars
Neighborhood: Peabody
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
 / 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
 / 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Cambridge
Maria L. Baldwin School
Grades PK-5 • 0.2 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Haggerty School
Grades PK-5 • 1.7 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
7/10John M. Tobin Montessori School
Grades PK-5 • 1.1 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Living in Cambridge
Peabody is a compact Cambridge neighborhood near Harvard Square, with leafy residential streets and easy access to the Charles River. Its setting brings four-season New England weather, including cold winters and warm summers. Harvard Yard and the Harvard Art Museums are nearby landmarks, while the Charles River paths offer space for walking, running and biking. For a quieter green break, Cambridge Common is close by; playgrounds and library services are also available in the surrounding area. Harvard Square provides cafés, restaurants, shops, bookstores and performance venues, with a lively arts and nightlife scene. The neighborhood’s history is closely tied to Harvard and Cambridge’s growth as a university town. Walking and cycling are convenient, and Harvard station on the Red Line connects the area to the wider region. Peabody neighborhood rental data reports a median rent of $3,100 per month and a typical range of $1,750 to $15,000.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of CHR Harvard Square Communities?
CHR Harvard Square Communities has a walk score of 96, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of CHR Harvard Square Communities?
CHR Harvard Square Communities has a transit score of 77, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to CHR Harvard Square Communities?
The schools assigned to CHR Harvard Square Communities include Maria L. Baldwin School, Haggerty School, and John M. Tobin Montessori School.
Does CHR Harvard Square Communities have in-unit laundry?
No, but CHR Harvard Square Communities has shared building laundry.
What neighborhood is CHR Harvard Square Communities in?
CHR Harvard Square Communities is in the Peabody neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.
What are CHR Harvard Square Communities's policies on pets?
Other pets are not allowed. Cats are not allowed. Dogs are not allowed.
