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Amenities for 249 Chestnut St #2, Cambridgeport
Apartment Amenities
| Eat-in Kitchen | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings | Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Oven/Range |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 249 Chestnut St #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 33% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Cambridgeport.
Sparkling and cozy 1 bedroom in Cambridgeport. Eat-in kitchen. High ceilings and hardwood floors. Walk in closet. Note: no pets, no smokers and no yard use. No laundry in building (but laundromat nearby). Disclaimer: Please note that some photos used in this listing may depict model units and may not reflect the exact apartment available. Pricing, availability, features, finishes, layout, and amenities are subject to change without notice. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please contact an agent directly. Senné Residential may or may not be the exclusive representative of the property owner for properties advertised online. Advertising a property for rent does not imply a contractual relationship between Senné Residential and the landlord of the advertised property. This advertisement is intended to solicit prospective tenants who may wish to engage Senné Residential for tenant representation services. Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $2,100 Last Month Rent: $2,100
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 249 Chestnut St #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cambridgeport |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Cambridgeport
1-bedroom apartments at 249 Chestnut St #2 cost about 33% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
Cambridgeport
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,992 |
| March 2024 | $2,979 |
| April 2024 | $2,974 |
| May 2024 | $3,008 |
| June 2024 | $3,015 |
| July 2024 | $3,005 |
| August 2024 | $2,999 |
| September 2024 | $2,998 |
| October 2024 | $2,926 |
| November 2024 | $2,948 |
| December 2024 | $2,935 |
| January 2025 | $2,991 |
| February 2025 | $2,967 |
| March 2025 | $3,044 |
| April 2025 | $3,120 |
| May 2025 | $3,087 |
| June 2025 | $3,074 |
| July 2025 | $3,063 |
| August 2025 | $3,113 |
| September 2025 | $3,033 |
| October 2025 | $3,027 |
| November 2025 | $3,000 |
| December 2025 | $2,989 |
| January 2026 | $3,000 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,785 |
| March 2024 | $2,790 |
| April 2024 | $2,806 |
| May 2024 | $2,833 |
| June 2024 | $2,668 |
| July 2024 | $2,786 |
| August 2024 | $2,895 |
| September 2024 | $2,880 |
| October 2024 | $2,609 |
| November 2024 | $2,500 |
| December 2024 | $3,061 |
| January 2025 | $3,291 |
| February 2025 | $2,937 |
| March 2025 | $3,413 |
| April 2025 | $3,309 |
| May 2025 | $3,508 |
| June 2025 | $3,317 |
| July 2025 | $3,420 |
| August 2025 | $3,489 |
| September 2025 | $3,601 |
| October 2025 | $3,242 |
| November 2025 | $3,217 |
| December 2025 | $3,136 |
| January 2026 | $3,147 |
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1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 249 Chestnut St #2
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
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
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-
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Getting around Cambridge near 249 Chestnut St #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
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
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 249 Chestnut St #2, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Trader Joe's
748 Memorial Dr
Whole Foods Market
340 River St
Black Sheep Market
101 Magazine St
Louie's Superette
26 Surrey St
Star Market
1065 Commonwealth Ave
Target
860 Commonwealth Ave
Expressions
576 Massachusetts Ave
Target
564 Massachusetts Ave
Teddy Shoes Inc
548 Massachusetts Ave
Hilton's Tent City
565 Massachusetts Ave
Dunkin'
808 Memorial Dr
Nuli Coffee Inc
260 Sidney St
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin St
Dunkin'
775 Commonwealth Ave
Starbucks
775 Commonwealth Ave
Scullers Grille Lounge
400 Soldiers Field Rd
Paradise Rock Club
969 Commonwealth Ave
730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio
730 Massachusetts Ave
Blue Moon
896 Massachusetts Ave
Viale
502 Massachusetts Ave
Give A Cake Bakery Inc
1020 Commonwealth Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
725 Commonwealth Ave
Paris Baguette
581 Massachusetts Ave
Swissbakers Inc
168 Western Ave
Flour Bakery + Cafe
190 Massachusetts Ave
Alberico Play Ground
Hastings Square
Riverside Press Park
David Nunes Park
Morse School/Lindstrom Field
Bisuteki Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
777 Memorial Dr
The Bistro
777 Memorial Dr
Dunkin'
808 Memorial Dr
Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream
808 Memorial Dr
Brooklyn Bagel Factory Inc
114 Magazine St
Pearl St @ Putnam Ave
Central Square, Cambridge - Broadway Station
River St opp Blackstone St
Oak Square - University Park or Kendall/MIT Station, Market Place Drive or Waltham Center - University Park
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Central Square, Cambridge - Broadway Station
River St @ Fairmont St
Oak Square - University Park or Kendall/MIT Station, Market Place Drive or Waltham Center - University Park
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