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253 Kendall St253 Kendall St, Cambridge, MA 02142, USA
| Monthly rent | $3,093–$5,817The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | Studio–2 |
| Baths | 1–2 |
| Sqft | – |
2 Bed 2 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 46 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 12 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02142 |
Highlights
- numerous amenities
Units
Available
1001
Studio
1 Bath
$3,093
Available
1201
Studio
1 Bath
$3,143
Available
1204
Studio
1 Bath
$3,163
Available
402
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,491
New Listing
510
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,536
Available
606
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,641
Available
1702
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,941
Available
1210
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,976
Available
1706
1 Bed
1 Bath
$4,066
New Listing
805
2 Beds
2 Baths
$4,962
New Listing
1505
2 Beds
2 Baths
$5,152
New Listing
1407
2 Beds
2 Baths
$5,817
Amenities for 253 Kendall St
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
- Carpet
Policies at 253 Kendall St
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
Dog Policy
Cat Policy
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About 253 Kendall St
Live at 253 Kendall St in the heart of Cambridge's vibrant Kendall Square! This property offers 46 units, with a range of bedroom options including studios, 1 bedroom, and 2 bedrooms. Residents enjoy access to top-rated schools, with 2 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school all within close proximity, boasting A- or higher ratings. The property boasts numerous amenities, including a convenient location, secure entry, on-site laundry, fitness center, and elevator access. With its prime location and impressive amenities, this property is a great choice for those looking for a comfortable and convenient living experience. Currently, there are active units ready for occupancy.
Address details
| Units | 46 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 12 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02142 |
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
- 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 #805 cost about 1% less than the average rent price for studios in Kendall Square.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Kendall Square.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 253 Kendall St #805 to be 17% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Kendall Square.
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,633 |
| March 2024 | $2,670 |
| April 2024 | $2,647 |
| May 2024 | $2,680 |
| June 2024 | $2,683 |
| July 2024 | $2,653 |
| August 2024 | $2,676 |
| September 2024 | $2,685 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,882 |
| March 2024 | $3,044 |
| April 2024 | $2,921 |
| May 2024 | $2,942 |
| June 2024 | $2,913 |
| July 2024 | $2,905 |
| August 2024 | $2,973 |
| September 2024 | $3,035 |
| 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 | $3,148 |
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Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
$125,720/yr
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $3,852 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,244 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,916 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,029 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $5,151 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $5,251 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,361 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,104 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,566 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 253 Kendall St #805
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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