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17 Centre Street
17 Centre Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$2,650–$3,850The price shown is for a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Beds2–3
Baths1
Sqft824–1,266
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Located in a prime area, this property is conveniently situated just 0.31 miles from top-rated middle and high schools, making it an ideal choice for those valuing educational access. It offers a favorable value for money, ranking in the 72.5 percentile compared to similar properties nearby. With its advantageous location and competitive pricing, this space is appealing to various buyers and investors alike.

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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Units

17 Centre Street Cambridge, MA

Available

I

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,650

Listed on 08/12/2025
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 123
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Kim Kelly for more information today. TWRE: L8508196318146

Available

3

3 Beds

1 Bath

$3,850

Listed on 08/12/2025
Listed by Kim Kelly
Days on market: 123
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Donald Wright for more information today. TWRE: L8508196315160

Occupied Units

Occupied

Studio, 1 Bath

Studio

1 Bath

$1,650

Listed by Anh-Tuan Vo
Days on market: 3481
Available August 1 Beautifully renovated studio apartment. Hardwood floors, lots of closet space and extra storage, built-in Murphy bed, a/c, washer & dryer in the unit, kitchenette with dishwasher & disposer, microwave & convection oven, central vacuum system, easy storage for bikes. A very quiet building on a quiet street, minutes from the Red Line (midway between Harvard & Central Squares) and seconds from a good bus line. $1650. The rent includes heat and hot water. Fee; pricing and availability subject to change; the apartment advertised may no longer be available for rental; information and pictures provided by third parties MORE APARTMENTS FOR RENT: http://rentology.weebly.com/apartment-listings.html

Occupied

2F

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,350

Listed by Boston Pads
Days on market: 4139
Amazing 1 Bed 1 Bath with Access to Harvard Square, Central Square, and the Red Line! -Heat and Hot Water Included -Laundry in Unit -Modern Kitchen with Appliances -Gleaming Hardwood Floors -Tons of Space CALL ME NOW TO SEE THIS INCREDIBLE PLACE FOR YOURSELF!! 617-208-2121

Occupied

1 Bed, 1 Bath

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,450

Listed by Danielle Freudenthal
Days on market: 3481
Beautiful Modern 1BD - Spacious, Dishwasher, In-Unit Laundry, HT/HW Mid-Cambridge dream house!! -- Beautiful, well-preserved one bedroom apartment---very spacious. Has a large living room with bay windows, hardwood floors, modern kitchen with dishwasher, disposal, microwave, large bedroom with excellent closet space. Good additional storage. In-unit laundry!! Rent includes heat and hot water. Very charming building, quiet street. 10 minute walk to Harvard Square, Harvard University. 10 minute walk to Red line train at Harvard or Central. Near Cambridge City Hall. No pets, no smoking. Available September 1st.

Amenities for 17 Centre Street

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Storage
  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Dishwasher
  • Air Conditioning
  • In-Unit Laundry

Policies at 17 Centre Street

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 17 Centre Street

HomeApartments in CambridgeMid-Cambridge 17 Centre St #I, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA

Explore the charm of Mid-Cambridge at 17 Ctr St, Cambridge, MA 02139. This intimate property consists of 5 units, offering 2 and 3-bedroom options that range in size from 824 to 1266 square feet. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including no broker's fee, as well as proximity to top-rated schools, with three elementary schools, three middle schools, and one high school all boasting A- or higher ratings. Additional amenities include the benefits of a small, close-knit community. With its prime location, this property is perfect for those looking for a quiet retreat in the heart of the city. One of the major pros of this property is its excellent school district, making it a great choice for those who value education.

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Address details

Units5
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code02139

17 Centre St #I is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 350 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood

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 17 Centre Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 17 Centre St #I to be 15% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Mid-Cambridge.

3-bedroom apartments at 17 Centre St #I cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Mid-Cambridge.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,551
January 2024$2,583
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$2,538
A table of studio rental data trends in Mid-Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,000
January 2024$1,975
February 2024$1,881
March 2024$1,925
April 2024$2,040
May 2024$2,200
June 2024$2,162
July 2024$2,356
August 2024$2,259
September 2024$2,125
October 2024$2,087
November 2024$1,961
December 2024$1,750
January 2025$2,100
February 2025$2,100
March 2025$2,237
April 2025$2,100
May 2025$2,120
June 2025$2,293
July 2025$2,385
August 2025$2,381
September 2025$2,482
October 2025$2,468
November 2025$2,482
December 2025$2,500

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 17 Centre St, Cambridge, MA.
1 year ago$3,6001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$3,6001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$3,6001 bed1 bath
4 years ago$2,7501 bed1 bath
6 years ago$4,2003 bed2 bath
8 years ago$2,6501 bed1 bath
8 years ago$2,3751 bed1 bath
8 years ago$2,4001 bed1 bath
8 years ago$2,7001 bed1 bath

Schools near 17 Centre St #I

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

King Open School

850 cambridge st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
B
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Neighborhood

Mid-Cambridge | Cambridge, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Green oasis
A botanical paradise blooming with foliage.

Getting around Cambridge near 17 Centre Street

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

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 17 Centre Street, 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

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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