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Amenities for 172 Putnam Ave #2, Riverside
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
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| Business Center | Cats OK |
| Dogs OK |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Allowed
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About 172 Putnam Ave #2
Amazing second floor condo between Central Square and Harvard Square close to the Charles River and the Harvard Business School foot bridge. Everything just redone -- brand new kitchen with all stainless appliances and stone counter top, floors refinished and gleaming, fresh paint, brand new washer-dryer in unit for 2026. Lead compliant. The kitchen is huge with plenty of room for a large table + there is common area off the kitchen than can function as a living room (if the apartment is used as a three bedroom) or extended dining room/ family room. Sliding doors to a beck deck. All good sized rooms, beautiful bathroom, and the parking spots are deeded in back. Pets are negotiable with excellent references and a small upcharge. Heat and hot water is included. This is a great deal with heat + parking included in such an excellent location. Close to redline, Charles River, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Harvard Business School, etc. (Reference #181189)
Address details
| Neighborhood | Riverside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Riverside
2-bedroom apartments at 172 Putnam Ave #2 cost about 17% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,750 |
| March 2024 | $3,709 |
| April 2024 | $3,768 |
| May 2024 | $3,816 |
| June 2024 | $3,800 |
| July 2024 | $3,775 |
| August 2024 | $3,740 |
| 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 | $3,611 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $3,837 |
| March 2024 | $3,960 |
| April 2024 | $3,900 |
| May 2024 | $3,983 |
| June 2024 | $3,940 |
| July 2024 | $3,962 |
| August 2024 | $3,890 |
| September 2024 | $3,750 |
| October 2024 | $3,425 |
| November 2024 | $3,300 |
| December 2024 | $3,343 |
| January 2025 | $3,362 |
| February 2025 | $3,587 |
| March 2025 | $3,800 |
| April 2025 | $3,843 |
| May 2025 | $3,910 |
| June 2025 | $3,875 |
| July 2025 | $3,815 |
| August 2025 | $3,796 |
| September 2025 | $3,750 |
| October 2025 | $3,600 |
| November 2025 | $3,600 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $3,600 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 years ago | $3,900 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $3,000 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $3,300 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 172 Putnam Ave #2
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
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
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
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Getting around Cambridge near 172 Putnam Ave #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
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 172 Putnam Ave #2, 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
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
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
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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