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161 Otis St #2, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA|East Cambridge
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Property Overview
Located in Cambridge’s East Cambridge area, this home offers strong transit access, nearby shops and restaurants, and convenient access to Kendall Square, the Charles River, and major highways. It also stands out for its renovated interior, open layout, in-unit laundry, and outdoor space, with a setting that can work well for someone seeking an urban lifestyle and everyday convenience.
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Elementary school nearby
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Great for
Social life
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One-time.
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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 161 Otis St #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 29% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in East Cambridge.
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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 161 Otis St, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 miles away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.6 miles away
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.1 miles away
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | East Cambridge |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02141 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in East Cambridge
3-bedroom apartments at 161 Otis St #2 cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
East Cambridge
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $4,300 |
| December 2024 | $4,247 |
| January 2025 | $4,425 |
| February 2025 | $4,449 |
| March 2025 | $4,397 |
| April 2025 | $4,386 |
| May 2025 | $4,350 |
| June 2025 | $4,300 |
| July 2025 | $4,290 |
| August 2025 | $4,304 |
| September 2025 | $4,319 |
| October 2025 | $4,310 |
| November 2025 | $4,305 |
| December 2025 | $4,337 |
| January 2026 | $4,369 |
| February 2026 | $4,368 |
| March 2026 | $4,549 |
| April 2026 | $4,568 |
| May 2026 | $4,500 |
| June 2026 | $4,475 |
| July 2026 | $4,400 |
| August 2026 | $4,380 |
| September 2026 | $4,400 |
| October 2026 | $4,480 |
| November 2026 | $4,450 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $4,300 |
| December 2024 | $4,562 |
| January 2025 | $3,612 |
| February 2025 | $4,050 |
| March 2025 | $4,380 |
| April 2025 | $4,300 |
| May 2025 | $4,400 |
| June 2025 | $4,522 |
| July 2025 | $4,404 |
| August 2025 | $5,125 |
| September 2025 | $4,320 |
| October 2025 | $4,572 |
| November 2025 | $4,827 |
| December 2025 | $5,399 |
| January 2026 | $5,888 |
| February 2026 | $5,558 |
| March 2026 | $5,201 |
| April 2026 | $4,418 |
| May 2026 | $4,360 |
| June 2026 | $4,425 |
| July 2026 | $4,228 |
| August 2026 | $4,720 |
| September 2026 | $5,006 |
| October 2026 | $5,303 |
| November 2026 | $5,860 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 161 Otis St #2?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$166,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $166,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,150.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Beds, 1 Bath | Last month | $4,150 | 3 bed | 1 bath | |
| 3 Beds, 1 Bath | 2 months ago | $3,900 | 3 bed | 1 bath | |
| 2 months ago | $3,900 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $3,900 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $3,600 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 161 Otis St #2
Kennedy-Longfellow School
158 spring st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
King Open School
850 cambridge st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
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-
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Neighborhood
East Cambridge | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 161 Otis St #2
Walking
10/10
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
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 161 Otis St #2, Cambridge
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
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 5-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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