56 Hancock St

Cambridge, MA 02139

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1-2 beds

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Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Total monthly price, sorted ascending
Unit 6 1 bd, 1 ba	--	Now	$3,100
Unit 5 1 bd, 1 ba	--	Now	$3,200

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

Martin Luther King, Jr. School

Grades PK-5 • 0.3 miles

9/10

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Test Score Rating

10/10

Student Progress Rating

7/10

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Grades 6-8 • 0.3 miles

7/10

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Test Score Rating

8/10

Student Progress Rating

6/10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School

Grades 9-12 • 0.5 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 56 Hancock St located, and what is the neighborhood like?

56 Hancock St is located at 56 Hancock St in Riverside, Cambridge, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Life Alive, Tatte, and Lamplighter Brewing Co..

What hospitals and medical facilities are near 56 Hancock St?

The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 56 Hancock St include Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates, Cambridge (0.5 miles away), Cambridge Hospital Emergency Room (0.5 miles away), and Spaulding Hospital for Continuing Medical Care Cambridge (0.5 miles away).

What schools are assigned to 56 Hancock St?

The schools assigned to 56 Hancock St include Martin Luther King, Jr. School, Putnam Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.

What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 56 Hancock St?

56 Hancock St is located near 4 grocery stores, including H Mart (0.4 miles) and Whole Foods Market (0.6 miles). Additional shopping options, including Pandemonium Books & Games, are approximately 0.2 miles away.

What colleges and universities are near 56 Hancock St?

56 Hancock St is located within 0.6 miles of Harvard University, 0.7 miles of John F. Kennedy School of Government, and 0.7 miles of Harvard Business School.