5 Fort Washington Pl

Rare Cambridgeport 2BR townhouse with garage parking, private entrance, vaulted ceilings, and easy walk to Central Square, Kendall Square, MIT, and the Charles River. Tucked along a private street-facing interior courtyard, this home offers exceptional privacy, quiet, and security while remaining within walking distance of some of Cambridge's best dining and businesses. The convenient location includes access to both garage parking and public transportation. This thoughtfully updated home features: - Private entrance - Hardwood floors throughout - Vaulted ceilings and a decorative woodstove in the living room - Renovated kitchen with breakfast bar, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, cherry cabinetry, and custom tilework - Spacious open-concept first floor with living, dining, and kitchen areas plus breakfast nook - Two large second-floor bedrooms - Full bathroom with tub and custom finishes - Excellent natural light from skylights and oversized windows - Wall A/C and central heating - Shared laundry and storage in basement - New roof, updated systems, and modern appliances - Garage parking available Cambridgeport offers the best of city living with a neighborhood feel. Enjoy a short 10-minute walk to Central Square and the Red Line (T), as well as easy access to Kendall Square's tech and biotech hubs, the Charles River, and downtown Boston. The neighborhood is surrounded by outstanding amenities including restaurants of every style and price point from ethnic cuisine and vegan cafes to sushi, gourmet dining, coffee shops, retail stores, and lively bars. Both Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are also within a 10-minute walk. A rare opportunity to enjoy classic Cambridge charm with modern updates in one of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods. - 12-month lease - Tenant responsible for utilities, weekly trash and recycling, snow and salt on stairs (only) - First month's rent, last month's rent, and security deposit due at signing - Strong credit and references required - No short term rentals, airbnbs, etc. - No smoking/vaping/drugs