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253 Kendall St253 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142, USA
253 Kendall St253 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142, USA
| Monthly rent | $3,423–$5,229The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | Studio–2 |
| Baths | 1–2 |
| Sqft | 456–1,084 |
2 Bed 2 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 68 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 6 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02142 |
Property Overview
253 Kendall St in Cambridge offers numerous amenities, strong value per square foot, and a useful set of 21 photos for an at-a-glance view. Nearby pet services, including grooming, supply stores, dog parks, and hospitals, add convenience, while public transport is about 4.37 miles away.
Things you’ll love
More space- Images available
Great for
Pet owners
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- numerous amenities
Units
New Listing
208
Studio
1 Bath
$3,423
Air Conditioning • In-Unit Laundry
New Listing
1006
1 Bed
1 Bath
$4,215
In-Unit Laundry
New Listing
1506
1 Bed
1 Bath
$4,347
In-Unit Laundry
New Listing
1606
1 Bed
1 Bath
$4,427
In-Unit Laundry
New Listing
1701
2 Beds
1 Bath
$4,800
In-Unit Laundry
New Listing
507
2 Beds
2 Baths
$5,229
In-Unit Laundry
Amenities for 253 Kendall St
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
- In-Unit Laundry
- Air Conditioning
- Carpet
Policies at 253 Kendall St
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
Dog Policy
Cat Policy
Contact for more information on pet policy.
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About 253 Kendall St
Check out this fantastic property located at 253 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142, in the heart of Kendall Square! This property offers 55 units, with a range of bedroom options including studios, 1 bedroom, and 2 bedrooms, spanning from 409 to 1128 square feet. Residents can enjoy a variety of amenities, including a convenient location near top-rated schools, with 2 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school all boasting A- or higher ratings. Additional amenities include on-site perks to enhance your lifestyle. A major advantage of this property is its prime location, putting you close to the action in Kendall Square. Currently, there are active units to make this property your home.
Address details
| Units | 68 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 6 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02142 |
253 Kendall St #507 is great for:
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 253 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 172 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Cambridge
Studio apartments at 253 Kendall St #507 cost about 16% more than the average rent price for studios in Kendall Square.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% higher than 1-bedrooms in Kendall Square.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 253 Kendall St #507 to be 30% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Kendall Square.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,683 |
| October 2024 | $2,576 |
| November 2024 | $2,395 |
| December 2024 | $2,454 |
| January 2025 | $2,523 |
| February 2025 | $2,576 |
| March 2025 | $2,606 |
| April 2025 | $2,565 |
| May 2025 | $2,606 |
| June 2025 | $2,696 |
| July 2025 | $2,701 |
| August 2025 | $2,791 |
| September 2025 | $2,621 |
| October 2025 | $2,539 |
| November 2025 | $2,528 |
| December 2025 | $2,528 |
| January 2026 | $2,544 |
| February 2026 | $2,554 |
| March 2026 | $2,633 |
| April 2026 | $2,650 |
| May 2026 | $2,664 |
| June 2026 | $2,600 |
| July 2026 | $2,636 |
| August 2026 | $2,712 |
| September 2026 | $2,758 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $3,015 |
| October 2024 | $3,005 |
| November 2024 | $3,109 |
| December 2024 | $3,004 |
| January 2025 | $3,107 |
| February 2025 | $3,107 |
| March 2025 | $2,987 |
| April 2025 | $2,926 |
| May 2025 | $3,131 |
| June 2025 | $3,245 |
| July 2025 | $3,181 |
| August 2025 | $3,185 |
| September 2025 | $3,153 |
| October 2025 | $3,133 |
| November 2025 | $3,116 |
| December 2025 | $3,118 |
| January 2026 | $3,145 |
| February 2026 | $3,009 |
| March 2026 | $2,959 |
| April 2026 | $3,005 |
| May 2026 | $3,009 |
| June 2026 | $2,996 |
| July 2026 | $2,982 |
| August 2026 | $2,933 |
| September 2026 | $2,953 |
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Can I afford to live at 253 Kendall St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
$136,920/yr
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $2,905 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,833 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,171 | Studio | 0 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,050 | Studio | 0 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,395 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $5,814 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,061 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,004 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,183 | Studio | 1 bath |
Schools near 253 Kendall St #507
Kennedy-Longfellow School
158 spring st
cambridge, MA, 2139
Fletcher-Maynard Academy
225 windsor st
cambridge, MA, 2139
King Open School
850 cambridge st
cambridge, MA, 2139
Cambridgeport School
89 elm st
cambridge, MA, 2139
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
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