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208 Banks St208 Banks St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
| Monthly rent | $4,250–$4,550The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | – |
1 Day Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 4 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
Property Overview
Located in a vibrant area of Cambridge, this property features stainless steel appliances and recessed lighting, enhancing its modern appeal. Its proximity to highly rated elementary and middle schools within a short distance is a significant advantage, along with the availability of numerous photos that provide an insightful look for prospective renters. Additionally, the property is pet-friendly, supported by local pet services, hospitals, and dog parks nearby.
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- Elementary school nearby
- Images available
Great for
Pet owners
Highlights
Pet Friendly
Units
208 Banks St, Cambridge, MA
208 Banks St Cambridge, MA
Available
3CP
2 Beds
1 Bath
$4,250
In-Unit Laundry
Available
3
2 Beds
1 Bath
$4,250
In-Unit Laundry
New Listing
2
2 Beds
1 Bath
$4,375
In-Unit Laundry
New Listing
1
2 Beds
1 Bath
$4,550
In-Unit Laundry
Amenities for 208 Banks St
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
Unit Amenities
- In-Unit Laundry
- Hardwood Floor
- Dishwasher
Policies at 208 Banks 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
Contact for more information on pet policy.
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About 208 Banks St
Interested in leasing 208 Banks St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA? Currently, 208 Banks St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a 2-bedroom apartment with 1 bathroom. Below, you can compare the rent price at 208 Banks St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA vs overall rent prices in Riverside, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 208 Banks St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA.
Address details
| Units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 4 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
208 Banks St #2 is great for:
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 208 Banks St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- 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 208 Banks St #2 to be 15% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Riverside.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,528 |
| January 2026 | $2,544 |
| February 2026 | $2,554 |
| March 2026 | $2,628 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,300 |
| May 2024 | $2,266 |
| June 2024 | $2,374 |
| July 2024 | $2,406 |
| August 2024 | $2,362 |
| September 2024 | $2,350 |
| October 2024 | $2,325 |
| November 2024 | $2,190 |
| December 2024 | $2,150 |
| January 2025 | $2,325 |
| February 2025 | $2,468 |
| March 2025 | $2,480 |
| April 2025 | $2,431 |
| May 2025 | $2,460 |
| June 2025 | $2,290 |
| July 2025 | $2,400 |
| August 2025 | $2,442 |
| September 2025 | $2,500 |
| October 2025 | $2,500 |
| November 2025 | $2,500 |
| December 2025 | $2,500 |
| January 2026 | $2,500 |
| February 2026 | $2,500 |
| March 2026 | $2,508 |
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Can I afford to live at 208 Banks St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$172,500/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $172,500 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $4,312.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $4,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,250 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,250 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,250 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $4,250 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $4,250 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $4,250 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $4,250 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $4,250 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 208 Banks St #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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Neighborhood
Riverside | Cambridge, MA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Green oasis
A botanical paradise blooming with foliage.
Getting around Cambridge near 208 Banks St
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
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 208 Banks St, 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
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
Explore the area around 208 Banks St
Louie's Superette
26 Surrey St
Whole Foods Market
340 River St
Black Sheep Market
101 Magazine St
Trader Joe's
748 Memorial Dr
H Mart
581 Massachusetts Ave
Big Skinny Corp
215 Western Ave
Bodhi Leaf
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Follow the Honey
1132 Massachusetts Ave
Brief Case Analytics
12 Inman St
The Andover Shop
22 Holyoke St
Circus Cooperative Cafe
31 Putnam Ave
Dunkin'
808 Memorial Dr
Dunkin'
1001 Massachusetts Ave
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin St
Zinneken's
1154 Massachusetts Ave
JCSK Inc
991 Massachusetts Ave
Blue Moon
896 Massachusetts Ave
Scullers Grille Lounge
400 Soldiers Field Rd
730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio
730 Massachusetts Ave
Tavern
730 Massachusetts Ave
Tavern
730 Massachusetts Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
1288 Massachusetts Ave
Global Village Fruit Inc
425 Broadway
Mike's Pastry
11 Dunster St
Paris Baguette
581 Massachusetts Ave
New Riverside Neighborhood Park
Hoyt Field
Peabody Terrace Playground
King Community School Yard
Corporal Burns Park
Basta Pasta
319 Western Ave
Alive and Kicking Lobsters
269 Putnam Ave
Riverside Pizza & Seafoods
305 River St
THE COAST CAFE'
233 River St
Cuisine En Locale
67 Pleasant St
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