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229 Charles St #1, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA|East Cambridge
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Amenities for 229 Charles St ##1, East Cambridge
Apartment Amenities
| Has Dedicated Parking Spot |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 229 Charles St ##1
Sweet deal!
This listing is 12% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in East Cambridge.
Discover an exceptional East Cambridge gem. This expansive two-bedroom, two-bath residence has a well-designed layout that effortlessly blends everyday comfort and smart style, you’ll feel at home the moment you walk in. Situated just blocks from the scenic Charles River, this location offers seamless access to the heart of Cambridge’s innovation corridor—from MIT and Kendall Square to the main streets of Harvard and Central. Reach the Green and Red Lines in mere minutes and enjoy the freedom of effortless commuting. Available November 15 at $3,500—This is your opportunity to claim a thoughtfully laid-out home in a location that truly delivers.
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 229 Charles St, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA compares to other nearby properties.
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Address details
| Neighborhood | East Cambridge |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02141 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in East Cambridge
2-bedroom apartments at 229 Charles St ##1 cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Nov 8 2025.
East Cambridge
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $3,680 |
| December 2023 | $3,717 |
| January 2024 | $3,775 |
| February 2024 | $3,750 |
| March 2024 | $3,709 |
| April 2024 | $3,768 |
| May 2024 | $3,816 |
| June 2024 | $3,800 |
| July 2024 | $3,775 |
| 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 | $3,621 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $4,272 |
| December 2023 | $4,246 |
| January 2024 | $4,300 |
| February 2024 | $4,229 |
| March 2024 | $4,154 |
| April 2024 | $4,245 |
| May 2024 | $4,281 |
| June 2024 | $4,378 |
| July 2024 | $4,310 |
| August 2024 | $4,346 |
| September 2024 | $4,433 |
| October 2024 | $4,423 |
| November 2024 | $4,326 |
| December 2024 | $4,187 |
| January 2025 | $3,984 |
| February 2025 | $4,005 |
| March 2025 | $4,067 |
| April 2025 | $4,308 |
| May 2025 | $4,397 |
| June 2025 | $4,333 |
| July 2025 | $4,450 |
| August 2025 | $4,750 |
| September 2025 | $4,214 |
| October 2025 | $4,037 |
| November 2025 | $4,038 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$140,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $3,595 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,495 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,495 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,495 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,495 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,495 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,495 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,495 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,495 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 229 Charles St ##1
Kennedy-Longfellow School
158 spring st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
King Open School
850 cambridge st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
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
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Neighborhood
East Cambridge | Cambridge, MA
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Getting around Cambridge near 229 Charles 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 229 Charles 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
9/10
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
7/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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