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This garden-level apartment with a modern kitchen and bathroom is located in an ideal location - a 5-minute walk to Central Square and a 10-minute walk to Harvard Square. Heat and hot water are included in the rent. The unit includes hardwood floors, stainless appliances (refrigerator, stove, new dishwasher, microwave), granite countertops, a good-sized bedroom with a large closet, and one wall unit AC unit. The laundry room is in the same building as the apartment. The condo is in an 8-unit apartment community. There are Zip Cars in the back parking lot. Off-street parking will be available for an additional monthly cost. The apartment is a short distance to the Red Line T stop or #1 bus line, close to shops, restaurants, parks, schools. The apartment is available for a September 1 or an October 1 move-in. The landlord will review and consider all reasonable offers for rent.
The first month's rent ($2,300) and last month's rent ($2,300) are due at lease signing. Heat and hot water are included in the monthly rent. Parking is available for an additional monthly fee.
5 Centre St
Cambridge, MA 02139
Apartment building
1-2 beds
What's special
Modern kitchenGood-sized bedroomGranite countertopsLarge closetHardwood floors
Neighborhood: Mid-Cambridge
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Getting around
Walk Score®
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Walker's ParadiseTransit Score®
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Excellent TransitBike Score®
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Biker's ParadiseNearby schools in Cambridge
John M. Tobin Montessori School
Grades PK-5 • 0.3 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8 • 0.4 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Grades 9-12 • 0.4 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
9/10Living in Cambridge
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 5 Centre St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
5 Centre St is located at 5 Centre St in Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Lamplighter Brewing Co., Tatte, and Toscanini's Ice Cream.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 5 Centre St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 5 Centre St include CHA Primary Care, Cambridge Hospital (0.4 miles away), The Cambridge Hospital (0.4 miles away), and Cambridge Hospital Emergency Room (0.4 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 5 Centre St?
The schools assigned to 5 Centre St include John M. Tobin Montessori School, Putnam Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 5 Centre St?
5 Centre St is located near 4 grocery stores, including H Mart (0.4 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Pandemonium Books & Games, are approximately 0.3 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 5 Centre St?
5 Centre St is located within 0.6 miles of Harvard University, 0.7 miles of John F. Kennedy School of Government, and 0.8 miles of Harvard Business School.
