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  • Status: Special offer

    The University

    1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

    Information
  • Special offer! Free rent with new 12 month lease!
  • Apartment building
    2 beds
    Other parking

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided for each unit.
    Unit
    , sortable column
    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnBase rent, sorted ascending
    Unit 201
    2 bd, 1 ba
    801
    Dec 1
    $3,435
    Unit 401
    2 bd, 1 ba
    801
    Now
    $3,467
    Unit 202
    2 bd, 1 ba
    861
    Now
    $3,543
    Unit 604
    2 bd, 1 ba
    849
    Now
    $3,572
    Unit 404
    2 bd, 1 ba
    865
    Now
    $3,725
    Unit 204
    2 bd, 1 ba
    849
    Now
    $4,000

    What's special

    Gas cooking
    The University is located at 1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA and is managed by Jones Lang LaSalle, a reputable property management company with verified listings on RENTCafe. The University offers Studio to Three Bedroom apartments ranging in size from 373 to 875 sq. ft. Amenities include Carpeting, Gas Cooking, Mini-Blinds, High Speed Internet, Recycling and more.
    Office hours
    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:9 am - 5 pm
    Sat - Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Security
    • Controlled Building Access With Intercom
    Services & facilities
    • Elevator: Easy Elevator Access
    View description
    • Dramatic Cityscape Views

    Unit Features

    Flooring
    • Hardwood Flooring Or Contemporary Carpeting
    Internet/Satellite
    • High-Speed Internet Ready: High-Speed Internet Access & Cable

    Policies

    Parking
    • Other
    • Parking Available: Reserved Off-Street Parking Available
    Lease terms
    • 12
    Utilities included in rent
    • Heating
    • Hot Water

    Special Features

    • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
    • Classic Historical Accents
    • Climate Controlled Storage Available
    • Gas Cooking
    • Onsite Trash & Recycling Service
    • Professionally Landscaped Grounds
    • Recently Renovated Homes Available
    • Spacious Bathrooms With Soaking Tubs
    • Spacious Walk-In Closets
    • Unique Floor Plans
    • Wall Accents & Built In Shelves
    • Window Coverings: Mini-Blinds
    • Windows In Kitchens
    • Zipcar Service

    Neighborhood: Mid-Cambridge

    Areas of interest

    Use our interactive map to explore the neighborhood and see how it matches your interests.

    Travel times

    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Excellent Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Cambridge

    Cambridgeport School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.8 miles
    9/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    9/10
    Student Progress Rating
    9/10
    Kennedy-Longfellow School
    Grades PK-5 • 1.4 miles
    5/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    4/10
    Student Progress Rating
    5/10
    Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
    Grades 9-12 • 0.3 miles
    8/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    7/10
    College Readiness Rating
    9/10

    Mid-Cambridge sits between Harvard Square and Central Square, with a mix of residential streets and lively commercial corridors. Its urban New England setting brings four distinct seasons, from leafy, warm summers to cold, snowy winters. Cambridge Common and the Cambridge Public Library offer nearby open space and reading rooms, while Harvard’s historic buildings and museums add a strong cultural presence. Massachusetts Avenue and the streets around Central Square have cafés, restaurants, shops, live music and nightlife; smaller local businesses are woven into the neighborhood. Walking and biking are practical for everyday trips, and buses and the Red Line connect the area with other parts of Cambridge and Boston. For the Mid-Cambridge neighborhood, the median rent is $2,900 per month, with a typical range of $300 to $12,500.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is The University located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    The University is located at 1039 Massachusetts Ave in Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Tatte, Life Alive, and Black Sheep Bagel Cafe.

    What is the average rent in Cambridge, MA?

    Based on the latest Zillow data, the median rent across all unit types in the Mid-Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge is currently $2,900 per month. Prices vary by neighborhood, floor plan, and building amenities.

    What schools are assigned to The University?

    The schools assigned to The University include Cambridgeport School, Kennedy-Longfellow School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near The University?

    The University is located near 3 grocery stores, including H Mart (0.6 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.6 miles). Additional shopping options, including Harvard Book Store, are approximately 0.3 miles away.

    What is the minimum and maximum rent for The University?

    The total price for an apartment unit in The University ranges from $3,435 to $4,000. The total price will vary by floor plan, unit size, and unit amenities.

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