Listed 5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Eat-in kitchen
- 2 bedroom unit
- Patio/yard area
Location
21a Suffolk St, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Area IV
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Property Overview
A 2-bedroom unit with an eat-in kitchen and patio/yard area offers practical living space and outdoor access. Nearby pet supply stores, pet hospitals, and four dog parks within 1 mile add convenience for pet owners, while 18 photos and a nearby top-rated elementary school provide helpful context for the location.
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
Elementary school nearby- Balcony
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 21A Suffolk St, Area IV
Features
| Deck |
Community
| Cats OK |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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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
Sweet deal!
This listing is 15% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Area IV.
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 miles away
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.7 miles away
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site 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 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Area IV
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $3,600 |
| 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 | $3,836 |
| August 2026 | $3,849 |
| September 2026 | $3,852 |
| October 2026 | $3,950 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $3,575 |
| August 2026 | $3,240 |
| September 2026 | $3,211 |
| October 2026 | $3,350 |
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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.| 3 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
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
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
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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