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21a Suffolk St, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Area IV
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 21A Suffolk St, Area IV
Features
| Deck |
Community
| Cats OK |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 21A Suffolk St
Townhouse style 2 bedroom unit on the ground and 1st floors. Features include an eat-in kitchen, patio/yard area and 2 good sized bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Under a 5 minute walk to Central Square and easy access to either Harvard or MIT. Great location and even a better price!! (Reference #123270)
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 21A Suffolk St 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
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Area IV |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Area IV
2-bedroom apartments at 21A Suffolk St cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Area IV
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $3,750 |
| 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 | $3,952 |
| June 2026 | $3,902 |
| July 2026 | $3,834 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $3,400 |
| August 2024 | $3,230 |
| September 2024 | $3,200 |
| October 2024 | $3,200 |
| November 2024 | $3,200 |
| December 2024 | $3,200 |
| January 2025 | $3,231 |
| February 2025 | $3,162 |
| March 2025 | $3,605 |
| April 2025 | $3,457 |
| May 2025 | $3,760 |
| June 2025 | $3,575 |
| July 2025 | $3,420 |
| August 2025 | $3,351 |
| September 2025 | $3,297 |
| October 2025 | $3,142 |
| November 2025 | $3,011 |
| December 2025 | $3,101 |
| January 2026 | $3,282 |
| February 2026 | $3,400 |
| March 2026 | $3,750 |
| April 2026 | $3,485 |
| May 2026 | $3,590 |
| June 2026 | $3,792 |
| July 2026 | $3,725 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 2 years ago | $2,750 |
Schools near 21A Suffolk St
Fletcher-Maynard Academy
225 windsor st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
Cambridgeport School
89 elm st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
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
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Neighborhood
Area IV | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 21a Suffolk St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
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 21a Suffolk St, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional 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
8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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