With a prime Cambridge location three blocks from David Square in Somerville and five blocks from Porter Square, 9 & 15 Chester Street offer all of the excitement and convenience of city living on a quiet side street close to Massachusetts Avenue. The sunny and spacious Studio units feature large windows, tile baths, on-site laundry facilities and on-site parking. We offer newly renovated units and common areas in a serene location - contact us today for availability!
17 Chester St
Cambridge, MA 02140
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Studio
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What's special
Neighborhood: North Cambridge
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Walk Score®
 / 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
 / 100
Excellent TransitBike Score®
 / 100
Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Cambridge
Benjamin G. Brown School
Grades K-5 • 0.6 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
7/10John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Grades PK-8 • 0.6 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Somerville High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.6 miles6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
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6/10College Readiness Rating
6/10Living in Cambridge
North Cambridge sits at the city’s northern edge, with residential streets, small commercial corridors and the Alewife area shaping its feel. The Minuteman Bikeway runs through the neighborhood, while nearby Alewife Brook Reservation offers paths and open green space. Fresh Pond Reservation is also close for walking and outdoor time. The neighborhood’s history is reflected in its older homes and the former rail corridor now used for the bikeway. Red Line service at Alewife and several bus routes connect the area with other parts of Cambridge and Boston; cycling and walking are practical for local errands. Shops, cafés and casual dining cluster along Massachusetts Avenue and near the transit station, with broader shopping options nearby. For North Cambridge, median rent is $3,300 per month, with a typical range of $1,150 to $6,500.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 17 Chester St?
17 Chester St has a walk score of 97, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 17 Chester St?
17 Chester St has a transit score of 76, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 17 Chester St?
The schools assigned to 17 Chester St include Benjamin G. Brown School, John F. Kennedy Elementary School, and Somerville High School.
What neighborhood is 17 Chester St in?
17 Chester St is in the North Cambridge neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.
