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1 Richdale Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA|Porter Square
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Amenities for 1 Richdale Ave, Porter Square
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Balcony |
| Hardwood Floor | View |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Garbage Disposal |
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Storage |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1 Richdale Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 40% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Porter Square.
Tucked into one of Cambridges most connected neighborhoods, this two-bedroom, two-bath condo offers a rare blend of city convenience and private retreat. Set within the sought after Richdale Park community, youre just steps from the Red Line and MBTA Commuter Rail making Boston and Harvard Square minutes away. Sunlight pours across hardwood floors in the open living and dining areas, with a natural flow that extends outdoors to a private balcony and enclosed porch. The spacious primary suite features its own bath and walk-in closet, while the second bedroom and full bath provide flexibility for a home office, guest room, or creative studio. Everyday comfort comes easy with brand new central A/C, in-unit laundry, assigned covered parking, and a private storage room. Surrounded by cafs, bookstores, and parks, its easy to see why Porter Square is one of Cambridges most vibrant and livable communities.
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 Richdale Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
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- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Pet restrictions
- Pets aren't allowed at this location.
Address details
| Neighborhood | Porter Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02140 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Porter Square
2-bedroom apartments at 1 Richdale Ave cost about 40% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Feb 7 2026.
Porter Square
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,750 |
| March 2024 | $3,709 |
| April 2024 | $3,768 |
| May 2024 | $3,816 |
| June 2024 | $3,800 |
| July 2024 | $3,775 |
| August 2024 | $3,740 |
| September 2024 | $3,737 |
| October 2024 | $3,643 |
| November 2024 | $3,573 |
| December 2024 | $3,520 |
| January 2025 | $3,598 |
| February 2025 | $3,661 |
| March 2025 | $3,702 |
| April 2025 | $3,739 |
| May 2025 | $3,800 |
| June 2025 | $3,760 |
| July 2025 | $3,736 |
| August 2025 | $3,795 |
| September 2025 | $3,745 |
| October 2025 | $3,666 |
| November 2025 | $3,608 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $3,615 |
| February 2026 | $3,625 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,800 |
| March 2024 | $3,525 |
| April 2024 | $3,425 |
| May 2024 | $3,566 |
| June 2024 | $3,540 |
| July 2024 | $3,500 |
| August 2024 | $3,510 |
| September 2024 | $3,337 |
| October 2024 | $3,337 |
| November 2024 | $3,390 |
| December 2024 | $3,400 |
| January 2025 | $3,312 |
| February 2025 | $3,262 |
| March 2025 | $3,818 |
| April 2025 | $3,787 |
| May 2025 | $4,149 |
| June 2025 | $3,593 |
| July 2025 | $3,400 |
| August 2025 | $3,428 |
| September 2025 | $3,295 |
| October 2025 | $3,292 |
| November 2025 | $3,125 |
| December 2025 | $3,150 |
| January 2026 | $3,153 |
| February 2026 | $3,187 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years ago | $5,600 | 4 bed | 3 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,800 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,800 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $1,700 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $4,800 | 4 bed | 3.5 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $4,800 | 4 bed | 3.5 bath |
Schools near 1 Richdale Ave
Graham & Parks School
44 linnaean st
cambridge, MA, 2140
PK, K-5Public
A
Maria L. Baldwin School
85 oxford st
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
The Andrew Peabody School
70 rindge ave
cambridge, MA, 2140
PK, K-5Public
A
John M. Tobin Montessori School
197 vassal ln
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
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Getting around Cambridge near 1 Richdale Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1 Richdale Ave, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within walking distance
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