252 Putnam Ave

Cambridge, MA 02139

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Studio-1 bed

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Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Total monthly price, sorted ascending
Unit 3 1 bd, 1 ba	--	Nov 5	$1,800
-- Studio, 1 ba	--	Feb 1	$1,800
Unit 1 1 bd, 1 ba	--	Feb 2	$1,850

Neighborhood: Riverside

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Walker's Paradise

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Excellent Transit

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Biker's Paradise

Nearby schools in Cambridge

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Grades 6-8 • 0.3 miles

7/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

8/10

Student Progress Rating

6/10

The Amigos School

Grades PK-8 • 0.3 miles

9/10

GreatSchools^® Rating

Test Score Rating

9/10

Student Progress Rating

9/10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School

Grades 9-12 • 0.8 miles

8/10

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Test Score Rating

7/10

College Readiness Rating

9/10

Outdoor Activities
Charles River paths and nearby Riverside Park make outdoor recreation part of the neighborhood’s everyday setting.
Transit Access
Nearby Red Line stations connect Riverside with other parts of Cambridge and Boston.
Dining Scene
Central Square nearby offers a broad mix of restaurants and cafés.
Walkable Streets
Riverside’s residential blocks place river paths and nearby neighborhood squares within walking reach.

Riverside sits along the Charles River in southern Cambridge, with river paths and views giving the neighborhood an outdoorsy edge amid its close-in city setting. New England seasons bring leafy summers, colorful autumns and cold winters. Riverside Park offers a place to unwind, while the Charles River paths support walking, running and cycling; nearby playgrounds add outdoor options. Central Square’s restaurants, cafés, shops and live-music venues are close at hand, and Harvard Square is within reach for more dining, retail and cultural stops. The area’s history is reflected in its traditional residential streets and proximity to Cambridge’s older squares. Residents get around by walking, biking and public transit, including nearby Red Line stations, with road connections toward Boston. For the Riverside neighborhood, median rent is $3,665 per month, with a typical range of $1,150 to $12,800.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is 252 Putnam Ave located, and what is the neighborhood like?

252 Putnam Ave is located at 252 Putnam Ave in Riverside, Cambridge, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Life Alive, Toscanini's Ice Cream, and Tatte.

What hospitals and medical facilities are near 252 Putnam Ave?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 252 Putnam Ave include Harvard University Health Services (0.7 miles away), CHA Primary Care, Cambridge Hospital (0.9 miles away), and The Cambridge Hospital (0.9 miles away).

What schools are assigned to 252 Putnam Ave?

The schools assigned to 252 Putnam Ave include Putnam Avenue Upper School, The Amigos School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 252 Putnam Ave?

252 Putnam Ave is located near 3 grocery stores, including Whole Foods Market (0.2 miles) and Trader Joe's (0.3 miles). Additional shopping options, including Pandemonium Books & Games, are approximately 0.4 miles away.

What colleges and universities are near 252 Putnam Ave?

252 Putnam Ave is located within 0.5 miles of Harvard Business School, 0.6 miles of Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, and 0.7 miles of John F. Kennedy School of Government.