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12 Glenwood Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139
Apartment building
2-3 beds
Available units
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 Unit 1 2 bd, 1 ba | 1,160 | Now | Fees may apply $3,400 |
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Neighborhood: Cambridgeport
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Walk Score®
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Very WalkableTransit Score®
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Good TransitBike Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Cambridge
Morse School
Grades PK-5 • 0.2 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
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9/10Student Progress Rating
5/10The Amigos School
Grades PK-8 • 0.5 miles9/10
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9/10Student Progress Rating
9/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Grades 9-12 • 1.3 miles8/10
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7/10College Readiness Rating
9/10Living in Cambridge
Cambridgeport sits in southern Cambridge between the Charles River and Central Square, with a mix of residential streets, riverfront paths and convenient city connections. The river offers open views and room to walk or bike, while nearby Magazine Beach includes parkland and a playground. Cambridgeport’s history is reflected in its long-established streets and changing residential architecture. Along Massachusetts Avenue and nearby Central Square, cafés, restaurants, shops, live music and arts venues add everyday options; the area also has local dining and coffee spots closer to home. Red Line service from Central Square, bus routes and access to major roads make it practical to get around without relying on a car, and the river paths connect to longer walking and cycling routes. Cambridgeport neighborhood rental listings have a median rent of $3,974 per month and a typical range of $1,000 to $15,632.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 12 Glenwood Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?
12 Glenwood Ave is located at 12 Glenwood Ave in Cambridgeport, Cambridge, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as LimeRed Teahouse, Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ, and Life Alive.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 12 Glenwood Ave?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 12 Glenwood Ave include Harvard University Health Services (1 mile away), Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (1 mile away), and Joslin Diabetes Center (1 mile away).
What schools are assigned to 12 Glenwood Ave?
The schools assigned to 12 Glenwood Ave include Morse School, The Amigos School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 12 Glenwood Ave?
12 Glenwood Ave is located near 5 grocery stores, including Trader Joe's (0.2 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.3 miles). Additional shopping options, including Pandemonium Books & Games, are approximately 0.7 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 12 Glenwood Ave?
12 Glenwood Ave is located within 0.5 miles of Boston University, 0.8 miles of Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, and 0.9 miles of Harvard Business School.
