$2,800 per month | No Fee | Available November 1, 2026
Spacious 1.5 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in an exceptional Cambridge location near Davis Square and Porter Square. Featuring hardwood floors, high ceilings, a modern kitchen, private deck, and free laundry, this home offers an excellent combination of space, comfort, and convenience in one of Cambridge's most desirable neighborhoods.
Inside, you'll find hardwood floors, high ceilings, and a spacious living room that provides plenty of room for relaxing or entertaining. The apartment features one full bedroom plus an additional bonus room, ideal for a home office, study, or flexible living space. The modern bathroom and functional layout make this apartment a comfortable place to call home.
The updated eat in kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, dishwasher, disposal, and refrigerator. The combination of modern finishes and practical amenities makes the kitchen ideal for everyday cooking and dining.
Additional highlights include a private deck, providing valuable outdoor space, and free laundry conveniently located in the building. Basement storage is also available, and cats are negotiable.
The location is one of the biggest highlights. Situated between Davis Square and Porter Square, you'll have convenient access to two of the most popular neighborhoods along the Cambridge and Somerville border. Both squares offer a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, local shops, and entertainment.
Davis Square provides access to the MBTA Red Line, while Porter Square offers both Red Line and Commuter Rail service, making commuting into Harvard Square, Kendall Square, and downtown Boston convenient. The surrounding neighborhood also offers easy access to nearby parks, bike paths, and the many amenities of Cambridge and Somerville.
Property Features:
1 full bedroom
1 additional bonus room
1 full bathroom
Modern eat in kitchen
Granite countertops
Stainless steel appliances
Gas range
Dishwasher
Disposal
Refrigerator
Hardwood floors
High ceilings
Spacious living room
Modern bathroom
Private deck
Free laundry in building
Basement storage
Gas heat
Cats negotiable
Non smoking
No broker fee
Available November 1, 2026
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1 year.
38 Russell St
Cambridge, MA 02140
Apartment building
2-4 beds
What's special
Modern eat in kitchenGas rangeGranite countertopsModern bathroomStainless steel appliancesPrivate deckHardwood floors
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Microwave oven
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: North Cambridge
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
 / 100
Excellent TransitNearby schools in Cambridge
Peabody School
Grades PK-5 • 0.4 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Rindge Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8 • 0.4 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Grades 9-12 • 1.4 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
9/10Living 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 38 Russell St?
38 Russell St has a walk score of 97, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 38 Russell St?
38 Russell St has a transit score of 79, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 38 Russell St?
The schools assigned to 38 Russell St include Peabody School, Rindge Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What neighborhood is 38 Russell St in?
38 Russell St is in the North Cambridge neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.
