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Highlights
- Stainless steel appliances
- Generous living space
- New kitchen
- Flexible living space
Location
2 Riverside Pl, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Riverside
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Property Overview
Located in a vibrant neighborhood with extensive walking access, the property offers excellent opportunities for social engagement, featuring 271 restaurants and 43 parks within a mile. It ranks in the 96.61 percentile for value per square foot, highlighting its investment potential. Additionally, the proximity to public transit enhances its appeal for those wanting an environmentally sustainable lifestyle.
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- More space
- Outdoor space
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Amenities for 2 Riverside Pl, Riverside
Apartment Amenities
| Ceramic Tiles | Deck |
| Dining Room | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings | Living Room |
| New/Renovated Kitchen | Study |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Gas Range |
| In-Unit Laundry | New Appliances |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Yard |
Other
| No Fee |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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 2 Riverside Pl
Steps from the Charles River and the Harvard Business School, this charming Victorian Single Family offers two bedrooms in a flexible and generous living space of 1208 square feet. Located on a side street, it has a new kitchen and stainless steel appliances. It also has two finished rooms in the attic for storage and an over-sized deck for enjoyment and entertaining. The deck is off the master bedroom.
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 2 Riverside Pl compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 286 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Address details
| Neighborhood | Riverside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Riverside
2-bedroom apartments at 2 Riverside Pl cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $3,615 |
| February 2026 | $3,646 |
| March 2026 | $3,819 |
| April 2026 | $3,980 |
| May 2026 | $3,946 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| February 2026 | $3,617 |
| March 2026 | $3,773 |
| April 2026 | $3,998 |
| May 2026 | $3,991 |
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Can I afford to live at 2 Riverside Pl?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $164,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,100.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 9 months ago | $3,900 |
Schools near 2 Riverside Pl
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 2 Riverside Pl
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
9/10
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 2 Riverside Pl, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
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
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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