A rare opportunity to enjoy the privacy and charm of a freestanding single-family home in the heart of coveted Old Cambridge. Tucked along a quiet side street, this light-filled 1886 gem beautifully blends historic character with comfortable city living. The inviting living room features a wood-burning fireplace and dual exposures, while the open kitchen and dining area is surrounded by natural light and opens through glass doors to a private deck and fenced garden an idyllic setting for entertaining, dining outdoors, or simply relaxing. Throughout the home, handsome wood floors, generous ceiling heights, abundant windows, and a beautiful 19th-century stained-glass window add warmth and architectural character. Upstairs are three bedrooms PLUS A DEN along with an updated bath. Lovely neighborhood views, excellent cross-ventilation, a full basement, and newer systems complete the home. Just one block from the Charles River and Cambridge Skating Club and approximately 0.7 mile to Harvard Square and the Red Line, this special residence offers the best of Cambridge living historic charm, private outdoor space, and remarkable access to Harvard, MIT, MGH, and downtown Boston.
looking for 12 months or longer
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$5,500/mo
98.5 Foster St, Cambridge, MA 02138
3beds
1,273sqft
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Single family residence
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Air conditioner, wall unit
In unit laundry
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceFenced gardenFull basementUpdated bathExcellent cross-ventilationQuiet side streetLovely neighborhood views
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Wall Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,273 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Cambridge
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Listed for rent | $5,500+10%$4/sqft |
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| 7/5/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/14/2023 | Listed for rent | $5,000$4/sqft |
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| 12/1/2020 | Listing removed | $1,285,000$1,009/sqft |
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| 11/18/2020 | Pending sale | $1,285,000$1,009/sqft |
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| 11/7/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,285,000$1,009/sqft |
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Neighborhood: West Cambridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Maria L. Baldwin SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi







