5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Zero Deposit
- Hardwood floors
- Laundry in building
- Large open living area
- Recessed lighting
- No smoking
- Cat friendly
Location
218 Columbia St #1, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Area IV
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Amenities for 218 Columbia St #1, Area IV
Apartment Amenities
| Bathtub | Bay Windows |
| Ceramic Tiles | Dining Room |
| Front Facing | Granite Countertops |
| Hardwood Floor | High Ceilings |
| Lots of Closet Space | Pantry |
| Recessed Lighting | Separate Kitchen |
| Updated Bathroom | View |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Oven/Range |
| Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage | Very Sunny |
Other
| No Security Deposit |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 218 Columbia St #1
2 FLOORS OF LIVING. Spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit set right between Central and Inman Square, less than 1 mile to Kendall Square, and a short distance to the Red Line. Large, sunny open living area with hardwood floors and 4 generously-sized bedrooms. 2 bedrooms upstairs and 2 on the lower level, all recently painted, updated, and now with recessed lighting. Full kitchen with refrigerator, dishwasher, and gas stove. Situated close to Whole Foods and a wide range of restaurants. Laundry in Building. On-street permit parking available. Tenancy covers Gas, Electric Wi-Fi. Rent includes Water Sewer. 12 MONTH LEASE. NO SMOKING. NO SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED. GRADUATE STUDENT FRIENDLY. CAT FRIENDLY. Move-In Costs Fees: Broker Fee: $2,398 Last Month Rent: $4,795 First Month Rent: $4,795
Address details
| Neighborhood | Area IV |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Area IV
4-bedroom apartments at 218 Columbia St #1 cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
Area IV
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $5,000 |
| July 2024 | $4,850 |
| August 2024 | $4,897 |
| September 2024 | $5,000 |
| October 2024 | $5,075 |
| November 2024 | $4,988 |
| December 2024 | $4,998 |
| January 2025 | $4,990 |
| February 2025 | $4,993 |
| March 2025 | $5,365 |
| April 2025 | $5,250 |
| May 2025 | $5,190 |
| June 2025 | $5,234 |
| July 2025 | $5,210 |
| August 2025 | $5,205 |
| September 2025 | $5,100 |
| October 2025 | $5,092 |
| November 2025 | $5,030 |
| December 2025 | $5,163 |
| January 2026 | $5,281 |
| February 2026 | $5,332 |
| March 2026 | $5,362 |
| April 2026 | $5,431 |
| May 2026 | $5,445 |
| June 2026 | $5,240 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $5,112 |
| July 2024 | $4,837 |
| August 2024 | $4,210 |
| September 2024 | $3,799 |
| October 2024 | $3,512 |
| November 2024 | $3,400 |
| December 2024 | $3,750 |
| January 2025 | $4,175 |
| February 2025 | $4,675 |
| March 2025 | $4,890 |
| April 2025 | $4,887 |
| May 2025 | $5,120 |
| June 2025 | $5,200 |
| July 2025 | $5,130 |
| August 2025 | $4,807 |
| September 2025 | $5,140 |
| October 2025 | $5,535 |
| November 2025 | $5,550 |
| December 2025 | $4,800 |
| January 2026 | $5,980 |
| February 2026 | $5,642 |
| March 2026 | $5,637 |
| April 2026 | $5,750 |
| May 2026 | $4,960 |
| June 2026 | $4,500 |
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Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $4,700 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $4,800 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $4,100 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $4,800 | 4 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 12 years ago | $2,500 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 218 Columbia St #1
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
King Open School
850 cambridge st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
Kennedy-Longfellow School
158 spring st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
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Neighborhood
Area IV | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 218 Columbia St #1
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
10/10
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 218 Columbia St #1, 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
9/10
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
8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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