Exceptional location in the heart of Harvard Square
Step out of your front door and be just seconds to Harvard campus, the Redline T, and the wonderful restaurants, shops, and nightlife venues Harvard Square has to offer. This sunny 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom apartment has beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, and lots of storage space. Private deck perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. Amenities include an in-unit washer and dryer, dishwasher, and central air.
59 Church St
Cambridge, MA 02138
Apartment building
1 bed
In-unit laundry (W/D)
What's special
In-unit washer and dryerLots of storage spaceBeautiful hardwood floorsCentral airHigh ceilings
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Freezer
- Microwave oven
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: West Cambridge
Areas of interest
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Travel times
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
Maria L. Baldwin School
Grades PK-5 • 0.7 miles9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
7/10Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8 • 0.7 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
6/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Grades 9-12 • 0.5 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
9/10Living in Cambridge
West Cambridge combines quiet residential streets with a setting near the Charles River and the western edge of Harvard Square. The area includes historic homes and landmarks such as Longfellow House–Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site, while Fresh Pond Reservation offers walking paths, water views, and space for outdoor recreation. Fresh Pond also has trails that welcome leashed dogs; neighborhood playgrounds and the public library provide additional everyday amenities. Along Huron Avenue and nearby streets, cafés, bakeries, and local shops make errands and coffee breaks easy, with a broader range of dining, bookstores, and arts venues close by in Harvard Square. The river paths and local streets suit walking and biking, and bus service and nearby subway connections help link the neighborhood with the rest of Cambridge and Boston. West Cambridge’s median rent is $3,495 per month, with a typical range of $1,100 to $33,000.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is 59 Church St located, and what is the neighborhood like?
59 Church St is located at 59 Church St in West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as L.A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates, Flour Bakery + Cafe, and Felipe's Taqueria.
What hospitals and medical facilities are near 59 Church St?
The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 59 Church St include Harvard University Health Services (0.2 miles away), Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates, Cambridge (0.7 miles away), and Mount Auburn Hospital (0.7 miles away).
What schools are assigned to 59 Church St?
The schools assigned to 59 Church St include Maria L. Baldwin School, Putnam Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 59 Church St?
59 Church St is located near 4 grocery stores, including Pemberton Farms Marketplace (1 mile) and Trader Joe's (1 mile). Additional shopping options, including Harvard Coop Society Bookstore, are approximately 0.1 miles away.
What colleges and universities are near 59 Church St?
59 Church St is located within 0.2 miles of Harvard University, 0.2 miles of John F. Kennedy School of Government, and 0.2 miles of Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy.
