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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Eat in kitchen
  • Laundry is in the unit
  • Spacious 3 bedroom apartment

Location

196 Sherman St #2, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA|North Cambridge

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Property Overview

Spacious three-bedroom layout with hardwood floors and an eat-in kitchen offers comfortable everyday living and flexible use of space. In-unit laundry and practical finishes make daily routines convenient and low maintenance. Overall appeal suits renters seeking a roomy, well-equipped apartment in Cambridge.

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
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Amenities for 196 Sherman St #2, North Cambridge

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood Floor

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 196 Sherman St #2

HomeApartments in CambridgeNorth Cambridge 196 Sherman St #2, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA

Spacious 3 bedroom apartment. Located in North Cambridge. Only 10 minutes to the T. Very sunny with hardwood floors and an eat in kitchen. Laundry is in the unit! Also has a nice porch. 2nd floor unit. (Reference #122149)


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 196 Sherman St, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 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
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

Address details

NeighborhoodNorth Cambridge
Zip code02140
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in North Cambridge

3-bedroom apartments at 196 Sherman St #2 cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
North Cambridge
Cambridge
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$4,350
July 2024$4,368
August 2024$4,344
September 2024$4,375
October 2024$4,325
November 2024$4,378
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$4,500
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in North Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$3,900
July 2024$4,056
August 2024$3,695
September 2024$3,575
October 2024$3,493
November 2024$3,465
December 2024$3,650
January 2025$4,174
February 2025$4,131
March 2025$3,797
April 2025$3,756
May 2025$3,702
June 2025$3,675
July 2025$3,875
August 2025$4,353
September 2025$4,220
October 2025$4,328
November 2025$4,190
December 2025$4,162
January 2026$4,164
February 2026$4,167
March 2026$4,284
April 2026$4,275
May 2026$3,985
June 2026$3,819

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Can I afford to live at 196 Sherman St #2?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$144,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $144,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,600.
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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 196 Sherman St, Cambridge, MA.
4 months ago$3,6003 bed1 bath
4 months ago$3,5003 bed1 bath
10 months ago$3,6003 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,9003 bed1 bath
1 year ago$3,1003 bed1 bath
2 years ago$3,6003 bed1 bath
4 years ago$2,9503 bed1 bath
4 years ago$2,6003 bed1 bath
5 years ago$2,6503 bed1 bath

Schools near 196 Sherman St #2

The Andrew Peabody School

70 rindge ave

cambridge, MA, 2140

PK, K-5Public
A

John M. Tobin Montessori School

197 vassal ln

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A

Graham & Parks School

44 linnaean st

cambridge, MA, 2140

PK, K-5Public
A

Maria L. Baldwin School

85 oxford st

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A

Haggerty School

110 cushing st

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Getting around Cambridge near 196 Sherman St #2

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 196 Sherman St #2, Cambridge

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
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

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Other units at this address

196 Sherman St Cambridge, MA

Occupied

2

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2 Beds

1 Bath

$3,300

Listed by Rental Agent
Days on market: 454
Spacious 2+ bedroom apartment. Located in North Cambridge. Only 10 minutes to the T. Very sunny with hardwood floors and an eat in kitchen. Laundry is in the unit! Also has a nice porch. 2nd floor unit. (Reference #172699)

Occupied

3

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3 Beds

1 Bath

$3,500

Listed by Rental Agent
Days on market: 212
Great Little 3 bed for a great price and just 8 minutes to the Porter Square T. This place is sunny top floor unit with tons of charm. There are hardwood floors, dining room, eat in kitchen and front and back porches. Laundry is also located in the building. This is a great place. (Reference #122250)

Occupied

3 Beds, 1 Bath

3 Beds

1 Bath

$2,006

Listed by Jhonmay Pierre
Days on market: 1840
Spacious 3 bedroom/one bathroom with modern finishes in Cambridge. Conveniently located near Middle school and T station .This unit is in a commuter's ideal location with access to public transit via bus/train.

Occupied

a

3 Beds

1 Bath

$2,750

Listed by Sergei Shyshko
Days on market: 2611
Newly renovated 3 bedroom apartment. Very sunny with hardwood floors and an eat in kitchen. Also has a nice porch. 2nd floor unit. Located in North Cambridge. Only 10 minutes to the T. (Reference #122149)

Occupied

3 Beds, 1 Bath

3 Beds

1 Bath

$2,800

Listed by Sushil Singh
Days on market: 2262
Avail Date 06/01/2020 Beds 3 Baths 1 Laundry Laundry in Building

Occupied

3T

3 Beds

1 Bath

$2,900

Listed by Cambridge Realty
Days on market: 633

Occupied

2D

3 Beds

1 Bath

$3,600

Listed by Union Realty Group
Days on market: 798
Step into this stunning 3-bedroom apartment in North Cambridge, MA. Located at 196 Sherman St., it offers spacious living with 1 bath, ideal for grad students. Featuring 1200 sqft of elegance, this rental includes laundry, gas heat, and parking permits. Rent covers water and garbage, and cats are negotiable. Move-in ready by 09/01/2024 for $3600/month. Don't miss out on this gem!

Occupied

2CP

3 Beds

1 Bath

$3,600

Listed by Nadgla Anilus
Days on market: 119
Beautifully Renovated 3-Bedroom in Prime North Cambridge Location This bright and sunny 3-bedroom unit features a recently renovated kitchen and bathroom, gleaming hardwood floors, and an inviting eat-in kitchen. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry and relax on your private porch. Located just 10 minutes from the T, nestled perfectly between Porter and Davis Square, this home offers unbeatable access to restaurants, shops, and public transit. Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $3,600 Security Deposit: $3,600 Disclaimer: - Info only; verify independently; subject to change. - Viewing/inquiring does not create agency, contract, or fee obligation. - Any broker fee (if any) is owed only by the party who originally engaged the broker under a written agreement. - No offer; terms only by fully executed written lease/broker agreement. - Equal Housing Opportunity. - Contacting us is consent to related communications, as allowed by law.

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