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1190 Massachusetts Avenue1190 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138, US
1190 Massachusetts Avenue1190 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138, US
House for rent
Pet friendly
| Monthly rent | $2,575–$3,650The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | Studio–2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 350 |
5+ Days Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- central location
- prime location
- quiet neighborhood
- gated community
- vibrant neighborhood
- senior community
Units
1190 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA
1190 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA
Available
Studio, 1 Bath
Studio
1 Bath
$2,575
Available
2 Beds, 1 Bath
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,650
Amenities for 1190 Massachusetts Avenue
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
Policies at 1190 Massachusetts Avenue
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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About 1190 Massachusetts Avenue
Check out this charming property located at 1190 Massachusetts Ave in Cambridge's desirable Riverside neighborhood! This intimate community consists of just 2 units, offering studio and 2-bedroom options with approximately 350 square feet of living space. Residents enjoy a prime location near top-rated schools, with 3 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school all boasting A- or higher ratings. Key highlights of this property include its central location, quiet neighborhood, and gated community, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a peaceful and convenient lifestyle. Additional amenities include a vibrant neighborhood and senior community. With its unique blend of tranquility and accessibility, this property is a hidden gem in the heart of Cambridge.
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Address details
| Units | 2 |
|---|---|
| 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 1190 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
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
- 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
Studio apartments at 1190 Massachusetts Ave cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Riverside.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1190 Massachusetts Ave to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Riverside.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,544 |
| February 2026 | $2,554 |
| March 2026 | $2,633 |
| April 2026 | $2,650 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| February 2026 | $2,500 |
| March 2026 | $2,512 |
| April 2026 | $2,562 |
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Can I afford to live at 1190 Massachusetts Avenue?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$103,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $2,550 | Studio | 1 bath |
Schools near 1190 Massachusetts Ave
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
Getting around Cambridge near 1190 Massachusetts Avenue
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
8/10
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 1190 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide 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 5-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 1190 Massachusetts Avenue
Louie's Superette
26 Surrey St
Broadway Marketplace
468 Broadway
Wholesome Fresh Ma, Corp
60 Church St
Harvard Market
1627 Cambridge St
Whole Foods Market
115 Prospect St
Follow the Honey
1132 Massachusetts Ave
Bodhi Leaf
1105 Massachusetts Ave
The Andover Shop
22 Holyoke St
J August Bookstore
1320 Massachusetts Ave
Forty Winks
56 JFK St
Zinneken's
1154 Massachusetts Ave
Blue Bottle Coffee
40 Bow St
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
1288 Massachusetts Ave
Circus Cooperative Cafe
31 Putnam Ave
Dunkin'
1001 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
Sweet Cupcakes
0 Brattle St
CARDULLO'S GOURMET SHOPPE
6 Brattle St
Guffey Park
Quincy Square
Sullivan Square
Park
Holyoke Center South
China Medical Board New Yor
2 Arrow St
BerryLine
3 Arrow St
Beyond Conflict
1100 Massachusetts Ave
Boston Burger Company
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Cafe Sushi
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Mt Auburn St @ DeWolfe St
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Massachusetts Ave @ Bow St
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Mt Auburn St @ Putnam Ave
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Quincy St @ Harvard St
Harvard Square - Kendall/MIT Station, Harvard Square - Lechmere Station
Massachusetts Ave @ Trowbridge St
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Porter
Red Line, Red Line, Fitchburg Line, Fitchburg Line
Boston Landing
Framingham/Worcester Line, Framingham/Worcester Line
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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
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Union Square
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