Updated 5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Conveniently located
- Private patio
- Near restaurants
- Shining hardwood floors
- Laundry in building
- No smoking
Location
12-16 Ellery St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Mid-Cambridge
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Property Overview
Conveniently located in Cambridge, this residence offers easy access to nearby restaurants and includes a private patio for added outdoor space. Inside, shining hardwood floors and laundry in the building add comfort and convenience, while the no-smoking setting supports a cleaner environment.
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
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- More space
Great for
Wellness
Social life
Amenities for 12-16 Ellery St, Mid-Cambridge
Features
| Air Conditioning | Baseboard |
| Hardwood Floor | Natural Gas |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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About 12-16 Ellery St
Property Status: Active AVAILABLE 9/1. Living in the heart of Cambridge! 8 MINUTES WALK TO HARVARD or CENTRAL SQUARE! Modern 2 bedroom 2 FULL BATHROOM in the heart of Harvard Square; a gem for anyone looking to rent in the Cambridge area. Spacious master suite with a full bathroom and walk in closet; Updated kitchen and baths; shining hardwood floors throughout; private patio; Wall a/c provided,laundry in building; conveniently located near T, schools, many restaurants, shops and gyms. Rent includes heat, hot water and assigned parking space. No smoking and No pet required by building. Virtual tour is available. Office Phone: (857) 297-2000 Copyright © 2026 Engel & Völkers. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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 12-16 Ellery St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 84 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Walk-in closet
- Rentals here may include more closet space than average
Address details
| Neighborhood | Mid-Cambridge |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02138 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Mid-Cambridge
2-bedroom apartments at 12-16 Ellery St cost about 1% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Mid-Cambridge
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,742 |
| 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 | $3,646 |
| March 2026 | $3,819 |
| April 2026 | $3,980 |
| May 2026 | $3,952 |
| June 2026 | $3,902 |
| July 2026 | $3,836 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,273 |
| September 2024 | $3,150 |
| October 2024 | $3,000 |
| November 2024 | $2,981 |
| December 2024 | $2,975 |
| January 2025 | $3,169 |
| February 2025 | $3,248 |
| March 2025 | $3,300 |
| April 2025 | $3,300 |
| May 2025 | $3,310 |
| June 2025 | $3,400 |
| July 2025 | $3,360 |
| August 2025 | $3,257 |
| September 2025 | $3,200 |
| October 2025 | $3,185 |
| November 2025 | $3,100 |
| December 2025 | $3,162 |
| January 2026 | $3,189 |
| February 2026 | $3,167 |
| March 2026 | $3,425 |
| April 2026 | $3,400 |
| May 2026 | $3,390 |
| June 2026 | $3,433 |
| July 2026 | $3,475 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$140,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $3,400 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,350 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,350 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 12-16 Ellery St
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
Cambridgeport School
89 elm st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
Fletcher-Maynard Academy
225 windsor st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
Maria L. Baldwin School
85 oxford st
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood
Mid-Cambridge | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 12-16 Ellery St
Walking
9/10
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
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 12-16 Ellery St, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
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 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
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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