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1172 Massachusetts Avenue1172 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138, US
1172 Massachusetts Avenue1172 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138, US
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $2,500–$3,400The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1–2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 534–750 |
5+ Days Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 5 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
Highlights
- newly renovated
- modern kitchen and bathroom
Units
1172 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA
1172 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA
Available
101B
1 Bed
1 Bath
$2,500
Outdoor Space • Air Conditioning
Available
105B
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,400
Outdoor Space • Air Conditioning
Occupied Units
Occupied
1 Bed, 1 Bath
1 Bed
1 Bath
$1,950
Furnished • Walk-In Closets
Occupied
11
1 Bed
1 Bath
$2,850
Hardwood Floor • In-Unit Laundry • Microwave • Furnished • On-Site Laundry • Dishwasher
Occupied
10
2 Beds
1 Bath
$2,950
Amenities for 1172 Massachusetts Avenue
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
- On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
- Outdoor Space
- Air Conditioning
- Furnished
- Walk-In Closets
- Hardwood Floor
- In-Unit Laundry
- Microwave
- On-Site Laundry
- Dishwasher
Policies at 1172 Massachusetts Avenue
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 1172 Massachusetts Avenue
Explore the charm of Riverside at 1172 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138. This intimate property consists of 5 units, offering a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom options, ranging in size from 534 to 750 square feet. Residents can enjoy modern comforts in newly renovated apartments, complete with sleek kitchens and bathrooms. The building is equipped with an HVAC system for optimal comfort. The location is highly sought after, with top-rated schools nearby, including three elementary schools, three middle schools, and one high school, all with A- or higher ratings. Additional perks include being situated in a vibrant neighborhood with plenty to offer. Come discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this picturesque Cambridge setting.
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Address details
| Units | 5 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
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 1172 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Cambridge
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 17% lower than 1-bedrooms in Riverside.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1172 Massachusetts Ave #105B to be 6% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Riverside.
Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,633 |
| March 2024 | $2,670 |
| April 2024 | $2,647 |
| May 2024 | $2,680 |
| June 2024 | $2,683 |
| July 2024 | $2,653 |
| 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 | $2,575 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,419 |
| March 2024 | $2,442 |
| April 2024 | $2,300 |
| May 2024 | $2,266 |
| June 2024 | $2,374 |
| July 2024 | $2,406 |
| August 2024 | $2,362 |
| September 2024 | $2,350 |
| October 2024 | $2,325 |
| November 2024 | $2,190 |
| December 2024 | $2,150 |
| January 2025 | $2,325 |
| February 2025 | $2,468 |
| March 2025 | $2,480 |
| April 2025 | $2,431 |
| May 2025 | $2,460 |
| June 2025 | $2,290 |
| July 2025 | $2,400 |
| August 2025 | $2,442 |
| September 2025 | $2,500 |
| October 2025 | $2,500 |
| November 2025 | $2,500 |
| December 2025 | $2,500 |
| January 2026 | $2,500 |
Affordability calculator
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Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$100,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $100,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,500.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 months ago | $2,850 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,950 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 1172 Massachusetts Ave #105B
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Maria L. Baldwin School
85 oxford st
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
Cambridgeport School
89 elm st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
Graham & Parks School
44 linnaean st
cambridge, MA, 2140
PK, K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood
Riverside | Cambridge, MA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.
Getting around Cambridge near 1172 Massachusetts Avenue
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1172 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
Explore the area around 1172 Massachusetts Avenue
Louie's Superette
26 Surrey St
Broadway Marketplace
468 Broadway
Harvard Market
1627 Cambridge St
Wholesome Fresh Ma, Corp
60 Church St
Whole Foods Market
45 Beacon St
Follow the Honey
1132 Massachusetts Ave
Bodhi Leaf
1105 Massachusetts Ave
The Andover Shop
22 Holyoke St
Forty Winks
56 JFK St
Allbirds
29 Brattle St
Zinneken's
1154 Massachusetts Ave
Circus Cooperative Cafe
31 Putnam Ave
Blue Bottle Coffee
40 Bow St
Dunkin'
1001 Massachusetts Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
1288 Massachusetts Ave
Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar
49 Mount Auburn St
Hong Kong Restaurant
1238 Massachusetts Ave
JCSK Inc
991 Massachusetts Ave
Russell House Tavern
14 JFK St
Whitney's Cafe Inc
37 JFK St
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
1288 Massachusetts Ave
Mike's Pastry
11 Dunster St
Le Macaron French Pastries
1374 Massachusetts Ave
Milk Bar
3 Brattle St
Sweet Cupcakes
0 Brattle St
Guffey Park
Sullivan Square
Quincy Square
Park
Putnam Park
China Medical Board New Yor
2 Arrow St
Boston Burger Company
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Cafe Sushi
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Zoe's Restaurant
1105 Massachusetts Ave
BerryLine
3 Arrow St
Mt Auburn St @ Putnam Ave
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Massachusetts Ave @ Trowbridge St
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Mt Auburn St @ DeWolfe St
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Massachusetts Ave @ Bow St
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Quincy St @ Harvard St
Harvard Square - Kendall/MIT Station, Harvard Square - Lechmere Station
Porter
Red Line, Red Line, Fitchburg Line, Fitchburg Line
Boston Landing
Framingham/Worcester Line, Framingham/Worcester Line
Lansdowne
Framingham/Worcester Line, Framingham/Worcester Line
Back Bay
Orange Line, Foxboro Event Service, Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin/Foxboro Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line, Orange Line
Back Bay
Framingham/Worcester Line, Framingham/Worcester Line
Harvard
Red Line, Red Line
Central
Red Line
Central
Red Line
Union Square
Green Line D, Green Line E
Union Square
Green Line D
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