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    281 Harvard St, APT 33, Cambridge, MA 02139

    1beds
    540sqft

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    Apartment
    Available Sat Aug 1 2026
    No pets
    Window unit
    Shared laundry
    Off street parking
    Baseboard
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    281 Harvard Street, #33 | Cambridge, MA 02139 Central Square | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 520 SF | Available 8/1/2026 | $2,900/month Located in the heart of Cambridge, this well-maintained 1-bedroom condominium offers an ideal setup for a Harvard graduate student, MIT affiliate, young professional, or anyone looking for a comfortable and convenient apartment near Central Square, Harvard Square, and the Red Line. This third-floor unit features approximately 600 square feet of living space with hardwood floors, generous natural light, and a practical layout that separates the living, sleeping, kitchen, and study areas. The apartment has been professionally refreshed and styled to highlight its clean, bright, and functional feel, making it an excellent option for someone seeking a quiet, organized home base for graduate school, research, or remote work. The living area provides enough room for both lounging and dining, while the bedroom offers comfortable space for a full or queen-size bed plus additional storage. The kitchen includes full-size appliances, ample cabinet space, stone countertops, and a clean, efficient layout. The bathroom is bright and functional with a full tub/shower combination. A major benefit of this apartment is that heat, hot water, water, and garbage removal are included in the rent, helping keep monthly expenses more predictable. Laundry is available in the building. Outdoor parking is available for rent, subject to availability. The location is especially strong for Harvard graduate students. The apartment is positioned near Central Square with easy access to Harvard Square, the Harvard campus, MIT, restaurants, coffee shops, grocery options, public transportation, and the surrounding Cambridge academic and professional community. The Red Line makes commuting throughout Cambridge and into Boston simple. Apartment Features: Spacious 1-bedroom layout with approximately 520 square feet Third-floor condominium unit Hardwood floors Bright, clean, professionally styled interior Functional kitchen with full-size appliances and stone counters Full bathroom with tub/shower Heat and hot water included Laundry in building Outdoor parking available for rent Graduate students welcome No pets 12-month lease beginning Aug 1, 2026 Rent: $2,900/month Available: Aug 1, 2026 Lease Term: 12 months Rent Includes: Heat, hot water, water, and garbage removal Pets: No pets Parking: Outdoor parking available for rent Building Type: Condominium Heating: Gas Student Policy: Graduate students OK This is a polished, comfortable Cambridge apartment in a highly convenient location, well-suited for a Harvard graduate student or professional looking for a clean, quiet, and central place to live. No Pets
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Baseboard
    Cooling
    • Window Unit
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 540 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Garbage included in rent, Heating included in rent, Heating system: Baseboard, Hot water included in rent, Water included in rent

    Construction

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

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Garbage, Water

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: No

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Cambridge

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/7/2026Price change$2,900-3.3%$5/sqft
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    6/25/2026Price change$3,000-6.3%$6/sqft
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    6/9/2026Listed for rent$3,200$6/sqft
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    5/24/2026Listing removed$3,200$6/sqft
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    5/3/2026Listed for rent$3,200+18.5%$6/sqft
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    7/16/2025Listing removed$2,700$5/sqft
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    6/25/2025Listed for rent$2,700-14.3%$5/sqft
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    5/13/2025Listing removed$3,150$6/sqft
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    4/22/2025Listed for rent$3,150+14.5%$6/sqft
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    3/19/2025Listing removed$2,750$5/sqft
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    2/3/2025Listed for rent$2,750+7.8%$5/sqft
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    9/13/2024Listing removed$2,550$5/sqft
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    8/7/2024Listed for rent$2,550-12.1%$5/sqft
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    7/10/2024Listing removed--
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    6/19/2024Listed for rent$2,900+3.6%$5/sqft
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    5/16/2024Listing removed--
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    4/28/2024Price change$2,800+5.7%$5/sqft
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    3/28/2024Price change$2,650-3.6%$5/sqft
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    3/13/2024Listed for rent$2,750-5.2%$5/sqft
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    8/11/2023Listing removed--
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    7/19/2023Listed for rent$2,900+45%$5/sqft
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    12/14/2020Listing removed$2,000$4/sqft
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    11/2/2020Listed for rent$2,000$4/sqft
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    Neighborhood: Mid-Cambridge

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    There are 12 available units in this apartment building

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