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Highlights
- Hardwood floors
- Vibrant neighborhood
- Walk in closet
- Large living room
- Relaxing
- Productive workspace
Location
21 Essex St #2, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Area IV
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Amenities for 21 Essex St #2, Area IV
Features
| Hardwood Floor | Walk-in Closet |
Community
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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About 21 Essex St #2
Live just steps from the Central Square T stop (Red Line) in this bright and updated 3 bed, 1 bath home, an ideal spot for anyone who wants quick access to cafés, restaurants, shops, and everyday essentials. The unit features a large living room perfect for relaxing, hosting, or setting up a productive workspace. The granite and stainless steel kitchen, hardwood floors throughout, and walk in closet in the primary bedroom add comfort and practicality. A rear deck offers a great place to unwind, and the building includes common laundry plus a large shared backyard. With the Red Line just around the corner and close proximity to MIT, Harvard, and Kendall Square, getting to classes, labs, libraries, or work is incredibly convenient. A comfortable, well kept home in one of Cambridge's most vibrant and connected neighborhoods. https app cloudpano com tours 9eRm6AgPeb
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 21 Essex Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- 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
- Walk-in closet
- Rentals here may include more closet space than average
Considerations
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Area IV |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Area IV
3-bedroom apartments at 21 Essex St #2 cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Area IV
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $4,400 |
| May 2024 | $4,358 |
| 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 | $4,600 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $4,500 |
| May 2024 | $4,554 |
| June 2024 | $4,510 |
| July 2024 | $4,487 |
| August 2024 | $4,500 |
| September 2024 | $4,509 |
| October 2024 | $4,581 |
| November 2024 | $5,065 |
| December 2024 | $4,478 |
| January 2025 | $4,983 |
| February 2025 | $4,800 |
| March 2025 | $4,888 |
| April 2025 | $4,510 |
| May 2025 | $4,340 |
| June 2025 | $4,275 |
| July 2025 | $4,100 |
| August 2025 | $4,057 |
| September 2025 | $3,740 |
| October 2025 | $3,721 |
| November 2025 | $3,816 |
| December 2025 | $3,975 |
| January 2026 | $4,278 |
| February 2026 | $4,547 |
| March 2026 | $4,732 |
| April 2026 | $4,741 |
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Can I afford to live at 21 Essex St #2?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$196,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $196,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,900.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $3,200 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 years ago | $2,300 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $3,750 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $3,775 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $3,775 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $3,775 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $3,775 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $3,775 | 3 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 21 Essex St #2
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
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
King Open School
850 cambridge st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
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Neighborhood
Area IV | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 21 Essex St #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
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
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 21 Essex St #2, 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
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
8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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