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    $3,150/mo

    166 5th St, # 2, Cambridge, MA 02141

    1beds
    540sqft

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    Apartment
    Available Tue Sep 1 2026
    No pets
    In unit laundry
    Off street parking
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Updated kitchenWell-maintained bathroomSeparate bedroom
    # Updated 1-Bedroom Apartment with All Utilities Included East Cambridge Live just minutes from MIT and Kendall Square in this bright and updated one-bedroom apartment located on a quiet residential street in East Cambridge. Offering approximately 540 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this apartment combines modern convenience with an unbeatable location. The apartment features an updated kitchen with dishwasher, a separate bedroom, an open living and dining area, and an older but well-maintained bathroom. All utilities are included in the rent including heat, hot water, electricity, and gas making budgeting simple and predictable. Shared laundry facilities are available within the building. Apartment Features * Approximately 540 square feet * One separate bedroom * Updated kitchen * Dishwasher * Open living and dining area * Older but well-maintained bathroom * ALL utilities included (heat, hot water, electricity, and gas) * Shared laundry in building * Second-floor apartment * Smoke-free building Location Highlights * Walking distance to MIT * Minutes to Kendall Square * Close to the MBTA Red Line * Convenient access to restaurants, cafes, shopping, and grocery stores * Easy commute to downtown Boston Ideal for: * Graduate students * Postdoctoral researchers * Professionals working in Kendall Square * Couples seeking an efficient, well-located apartment If you're looking for a comfortable apartment with predictable monthly costs in one of Cambridge's most desirable neighborhoods, this home offers exceptional value and convenience. Last month rent due at signing No Smoking
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 540 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Amenities included: Parking
    Location
    • Region: Cambridge

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/25/2026Price change$3,150+5.2%$6/sqft
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    7/23/2026Listed for rent$2,995$6/sqft
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    Neighborhood: East Cambridge

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    There are 2 available units in this apartment building