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12 William St #12R, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Cambridgeport
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Property Overview
Located in a vibrant neighborhood, this property features a personal washer and dryer, enhancing convenience for residents. With top-rated elementary schools, extensive public transit options, and abundant green spaces and eateries within a mile, the area promotes both environmental sustainability and an active social life. Additionally, its value per square foot places it in the top percentile compared to other local properties, further highlighting its appeal.
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
Elementary school nearby- Outdoor space
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Amenities for 12 William St #12R, Cambridgeport
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Deck |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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
No pets allowed.
Required one-time fees
| Security Deposit | $5,600 |
|---|---|
Optional fees
| Incidental Fee | $50 |
|---|---|
| Per occurrence fee | |
Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 1+ month |
|---|
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About 12 William St #12R
Sweet deal!
This listing is 21% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Cambridgeport.
One BR on quiet, family-oriented street in Central Square, between MIT and Harvard. Second floor in back of home, room-sized deck overlooking tree-shaded backyard. Four blocks from Red Line, several MBTA bus lines and M2 bus to Longwood. No smokers, no pets. Owner-occupied two-family. Tenant pays for electric. Utilities updated 2023. Personal washer & dryer. Unit heated & air conditioned by heat pumps. Electric stove. Deposit covers last month's rent and security deposit on top of first month's rent. Tenant pays own electric. Add $50 a month if tenant wishes to use existing WiFi.
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 William St #12R compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cambridgeport |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Cambridgeport
1-bedroom apartments at 12 William St #12R cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Cambridgeport
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $3,000 |
| November 2023 | $2,987 |
| December 2023 | $2,966 |
| January 2024 | $3,000 |
| February 2024 | $2,992 |
| March 2024 | $2,979 |
| April 2024 | $2,974 |
| May 2024 | $3,008 |
| June 2024 | $3,015 |
| July 2024 | $3,005 |
| August 2024 | $2,999 |
| September 2024 | $2,998 |
| October 2024 | $2,926 |
| November 2024 | $2,948 |
| December 2024 | $2,935 |
| January 2025 | $2,991 |
| February 2025 | $2,967 |
| March 2025 | $3,044 |
| April 2025 | $3,120 |
| May 2025 | $3,087 |
| June 2025 | $3,074 |
| July 2025 | $3,063 |
| August 2025 | $3,113 |
| September 2025 | $3,032 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $3,419 |
| November 2023 | $3,365 |
| December 2023 | $3,496 |
| January 2024 | $3,486 |
| February 2024 | $2,785 |
| March 2024 | $2,790 |
| April 2024 | $2,806 |
| May 2024 | $2,833 |
| June 2024 | $2,668 |
| July 2024 | $2,786 |
| August 2024 | $2,895 |
| September 2024 | $2,880 |
| October 2024 | $2,609 |
| November 2024 | $2,500 |
| December 2024 | $3,061 |
| January 2025 | $3,291 |
| February 2025 | $2,937 |
| March 2025 | $3,413 |
| April 2025 | $3,309 |
| May 2025 | $3,508 |
| June 2025 | $3,317 |
| July 2025 | $3,420 |
| August 2025 | $3,489 |
| September 2025 | $3,617 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 12 William St #12R
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
Fletcher-Maynard Academy
225 windsor st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
Cambridgeport School
89 elm st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood
Cambridgeport | 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 12 William St #12R
Walking
10/10
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
9/10
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 12 William St #12R, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
8/10
Wide 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
8/10
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
8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 12 William St #12R
H Mart
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Black Sheep Market
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HSA Food Park LLC
297 Massachusetts Ave
Whole Foods Market
115 Prospect St
Whole Foods Market
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Expressions
576 Massachusetts Ave
Target
564 Massachusetts Ave
Teddy Shoes Inc
548 Massachusetts Ave
Hilton's Tent City
565 Massachusetts Ave
Christ Mode Clothing Co Inc
57 Columbia St
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin St
Dunkin'
655 Massachusetts Ave
Vitality Bowls
425 Massachusetts Ave
1369 Coffee House
757 Massachusetts Ave
Abide
317 Massachusetts Ave
Viale
502 Massachusetts Ave
Brick & Mortar
567 Massachusetts Ave
730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio
730 Massachusetts Ave
Little Donkey
505 Massachusetts Ave
Middlesex Lounge Restaurant
315 Massachusetts Ave
Paris Baguette
581 Massachusetts Ave
Flour Bakery + Cafe
190 Massachusetts Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
725 Commonwealth Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
1288 Massachusetts Ave
Donut Man Inc
1 Silber Way
Lopez School Playgroung
Auburn Court
Western Ave. and River St.
McElroy Park
Carl Barron Plaza
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin St
Pepper Sky's
20 Pearl St
Chipotle Mexican Grill
598 Massachusetts Ave
Star Variety
4 Central Sq
Subway
4 Central Sq
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