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1 Chauncy St
1 Chauncy St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$3,495–$3,675The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.
Beds1–2
Baths1
Sqft0–999
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Hardwood floors, cable readiness, and high-speed internet add convenient everyday appeal, while 84 photos offer a detailed look at the space. Value per square foot ranks above many nearby properties, and a top-rated elementary school is located about 0.24 miles away.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images available

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Highlights

  • hardwood floors
  • cable ready
  • high-speed internet

Units

1 Chauncy St Cambridge, MA

Available

16

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,495

Listed on 06/17/2026
Listed by Jeremy Trier
Days on market: 19
1 Bed Plus Den 1 Bath in a fantastic location in Harvard Square!!! Immaculate Apartment on Chauncy St in the Harvard Sq Neighborhood of Cambridge. Unit included: Harwood Floors Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Dishwasher Fitness Center Laundry In The Building Air Conditioning and Heat Recessed Lighting Near Public Transportation Convenient Located In Between Harvard Sq and Porter Sq T-Stops Parking Available for Rent - First Come, First Serve Cable Ready Ref# 1-16-138

Available

17

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,575

Listed on 09/20/2025
Listed by . .
Days on market: 290
Beautiful two bedroom apartment in a fantastic location! Excellent management company. Perfect layout for flexible living options. Must see! Call today for more details and a showing. Move-In Costs Fees: First Month Rent: $3,575 Lock Key Fee: $50 Parking Fee: $245 / month (optional) Disclaimer: The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated otherwise. You understand that we are your hired party and have no contract, written, verbal, or otherwise with the land

Available

11

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,595

Listed on 09/20/2025
Listed by . .
Days on market: 290
Beautiful two bedroom apartment in a fantastic location! Excellent management company. Perfect layout for flexible living options. Must see! Call today for more details and a showing. Move-In Costs Fees: First Month Rent: $3,595 Lock Key Fee: $50 Disclaimer: The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated otherwise. You understand that we are your hired party and have no contract, written, verbal, or otherwise with the landlord(s) of any property we may show y

Available

8

2 Beds

1 Bath

$3,675

Listed on 09/20/2025
Listed by . .
Days on market: 290
Call today about this beautiful Harvard Square apartment. Plenty of space, natural light, and a charm all its own greet you every time you come home to this 2-bedroom apartment. Neighborhood amenities include dining, shopping, access to public transit, and more! You will love calling 1 Chauncy St. home. Hardwood Floors Near Public Transportation High-Speed Internet Fantastic Location Cable Ready Disclaimer: The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated

Available

2

2 Beds

1 Bath

$3,675

Listed on 07/24/2024
Listed by . .
Days on market: 712
Call today about this beautiful Harvard Square apartment. Plenty of space, natural light, and a charm all its own greet you every time you come home to this 2-bedroom apartment. Neighborhood amenities include dining, shopping, access to public transit, and more! You will love calling 1 Chauncy St. home. Hardwood Floors Near Public Transportation High-Speed Internet Fantastic Location Cable Ready Disclaimer: The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated

Amenities for 1 Chauncy St

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • Fitness Center
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Controlled Access
  • Garage Parking
  • Elevator
  • Storage
Unit Amenities
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Dishwasher
  • Assigned Parking
  • Fitness Center
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Central Heat
  • Walk-In Closets
  • High Ceilings
  • Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor Space

Policies at 1 Chauncy St

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 1 Chauncy St

HomeApartments in CambridgeNeighborhood Nine 1 Chauncy St #16, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to live in the heart of Cambridge's Neighborhood Nine! This property, located at 1 Chauncy St, features 103 units, with 1 and 2-bedroom options ranging from 694 to 999 square feet. Residents can enjoy top-notch amenities, including a state-of-the-art Fitness Center Gym, High-Speed Internet, and a reliable HVAC System. The property also boasts beautiful Hardwood Floors and is cable ready for your convenience. Plus, with its proximity to top-rated schools, including 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school, all with A- or higher ratings, this property is a great choice for those who value education. Note that this property has a no-pet policy and offers long-term rentals only.

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Address details

Units104
Units available5
Neighborhood
City
Zip code02138

1 Chauncy St #16 is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 2 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1 Chauncy St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 75 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Cambridge

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 17% higher than 1-bedrooms in Neighborhood Nine.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1 Chauncy St #16 to be 1% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Neighborhood Nine.

Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Neighborhood Nine
Cambridge
A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$2,656
August 2024$2,676
September 2024$2,685
October 2024$2,576
November 2024$2,395
December 2024$2,454
January 2025$2,523
February 2025$2,576
March 2025$2,606
April 2025$2,565
May 2025$2,606
June 2025$2,696
July 2025$2,701
August 2025$2,791
September 2025$2,621
October 2025$2,539
November 2025$2,528
December 2025$2,528
January 2026$2,544
February 2026$2,554
March 2026$2,633
April 2026$2,650
May 2026$2,664
June 2026$2,600
July 2026$2,600
A table of studio rental data trends in Neighborhood Nine
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$2,685
August 2024$2,696
September 2024$2,695
October 2024$2,683
November 2024$2,681
December 2024$2,547
January 2025$2,729
February 2025$2,759
March 2025$2,505
April 2025$2,625
May 2025$2,565
June 2025$2,691
July 2025$2,697
August 2025$2,657
September 2025$2,556
October 2025$2,429
November 2025$2,485
December 2025$2,487
January 2026$2,428
February 2026$2,469
March 2026$2,701
April 2026$2,700
May 2026$2,681
June 2026$2,475
July 2026$2,450

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$143,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $143,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $3,575.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1 Chauncy St, Cambridge, MA.
2 months ago$3,3451 bed1 bath
2 months ago$3,7951 bed1 bath
3 months ago$3,2451 bed1 bath
3 months ago$3,7952 bed1 bath
3 months ago$3,3901 bed1 bath
3 months ago$3,7951 bed1 bath
3 months ago$3,2801 bed1 bath
3 months ago$3,3901 bed1 bath
3 months ago$3,3901 bed1 bath

Schools near 1 Chauncy St #16

Maria L. Baldwin School

85 oxford st

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A

Graham & Parks School

44 linnaean st

cambridge, MA, 2140

PK, K-5Public
A

The Andrew Peabody School

70 rindge ave

cambridge, MA, 2140

PK, K-5Public
A

Martin Luther King Jr. School

102 putnam ave

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A

John M. Tobin Montessori School

197 vassal ln

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

Neighborhood Nine | Cambridge, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Green oasis
A botanical paradise blooming with foliage.

Getting around Cambridge near 1 Chauncy St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1 Chauncy St, Cambridge

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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