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171 Thorndike St
171 Thorndike St, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA

Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
Monthly rent
$4,500–$4,800The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.
Beds3–4
Baths1
Sqft1,100–1,200
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Combining strong value for money with a brand new kitchen, hardwood floors, dishwasher, ample closet space, and off-street parking, the home offers both comfort and practicality. The nearby highly rated elementary and middle schools and the no-smoking policy further add to its appeal. Pet owners may especially appreciate the exceptional pet-friendliness, with multiple nearby pet hospitals, dog parks, grooming services, and pet supply stores, while the 55 listing photos provide a detailed preview of the space.

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
  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • dishwasher
  • hardwood floors
  • off street parking
  • lots of closet space
  • no smoking
  • brand new kitchen

Units

171 Thorndike St Cambridge, MA

Available

2

3 Beds

1 Bath

$4,500

Listed on 03/04/2026
Listed by Peter Koskores
Days on market: 50
Huge Duplex 3 bedroom with Central A/C- walking distance to Kendall Sq, MIT, Lechmere -Available 9/1 -New Kitchen -Central A/C -Dishwasher -Granite and SS Appliances - Laundry in Basement -Hardwood Floors -Lots of Closet Space -Parking available at additional cost -No Smoking Date Available: 9/1 Olympus Realty Partners Fee Disclosure: Last Month Rent: $4,500 First Month Rent: $4,500

Available

1

4 Beds

1 Bath

$4,800

Listed on 03/20/2026
Listed by Peter Koskores
Days on market: 35
Newly Updated Duplex 4BR Kendall Sq, MIT, Lechmere -Available June 1 -Brand New Kitchen -Central A/C -Dishwasher -Granite and SS Appliances - Laundry in Basement -Hardwood Floors -Lots of Closet Space -Off Street Parking Available at additional Cost -No Smoking Kendall Sq, Cambridge, MIT, Lechmere Fee Disclosure: Last Month Rent: $4,800 First Month Rent: $4,800

Occupied Units

Occupied

3 Beds, 1 Bath

3 Beds

1 Bath

$4,500

Listed by Kellie Sartori
Days on market: 647
Property Id: 519678 -$4500 -Available September 1 -Brand New Kitchen -Central A/C -Dishwasher -Granite and SS Appliances -Large living room in finished basement - Laundry in Basement -Hardwood Floors -Lots of Closet Space -No Smoking Date Available: 9/1 Broker Fee Paid by Tenants - One month

Occupied

4 Beds, 1 Bath

4 Beds

1 Bath

$3,800

Listed by John Peter Koskores
Days on market: 1805
Newly Updated Duplex 4 bedroom unit walking distance to Kendall Sq, MIT, Lechmere -$3800 -Available June 1, July 1, August 1 or September 1 -Brand New Kitchen -Central A/C -Dishwasher -Granite and SS Appliances - Laundry in Basement -Hardwood Floors -Lots of Closet Space -No Smoking Date Available: 6/1 Broker Fee Paid by Tenants - One month Kendall Sq, Cambridge, MIT, Lechmere Provided by Listanza ID 42873461

Amenities for 171 Thorndike St

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

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • Hardwood Floor
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher

Policies at 171 Thorndike St

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 171 Thorndike St

HomeApartments in CambridgeEast Cambridge 171 Thorndike St #1, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA

Check out this charming property located at 171 Thorndike St, Cambridge, MA 02141, in the heart of East Cambridge! This intimate building consists of 4 units, offering 3 and 4-bedroom options, ranging in size from 1100 to 1200 square feet. Residents enjoy top-notch amenities, including a brand new kitchen, hardwood floors, off-street parking, and plenty of closet space. Additional perks include an HVAC system, on-site laundry, and a dishwasher in each unit. As a bonus, this property is pet-friendly! With its proximity to top-rated schools and convenient location, this property is a great choice for those looking for a long-term rental. With only a few units, don't miss out on this unique opportunity!

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Address details

Units4
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code02141

171 Thorndike St #1 is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

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 171 Thorndike St, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Cambridge

3-bedroom apartments at 171 Thorndike St #1 cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in East Cambridge.

4-bedroom apartments at 171 Thorndike St #1 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in East Cambridge.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
East Cambridge
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A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian 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$2,654
A table of studio rental data trends in East Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$3,057
June 2024$3,134
July 2024$3,094
August 2024$3,098
September 2024$3,094
October 2024$2,961
November 2024$2,876
December 2024$2,707
January 2025$2,869
February 2025$2,859
March 2025$2,823
April 2025$2,907
May 2025$3,066
June 2025$3,019
July 2025$3,046
August 2025$3,037
September 2025$3,012
October 2025$3,018
November 2025$3,023
December 2025$3,021
January 2026$2,652
February 2026$2,655
March 2026$2,709
April 2026$2,827

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $180,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,500.
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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 171 Thorndike St, Cambridge, MA.
Last month$4,8004 bed1 bath
Last month$4,8004 bed1 bath
9 months ago$4,0003 bed1 bath
1 year ago$4,4003 bed1 bath
2 years ago$4,6004 bed1 bath
4 years ago$3,6003 bed1 bath
4 years ago$3,3003 bed1 bath
4 years ago$3,6003 bed1 bath
4 years ago$3,8004 bed1 bath

Schools near 171 Thorndike St #1

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
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Neighborhood

East Cambridge | 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 171 Thorndike St

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 171 Thorndike St, Cambridge

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

9/10
Exceptional 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

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

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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