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259 Washington St, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Area IV
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Property Overview
259 Washington St, Cambridge, MA 02139 offers a well-rounded mix of appealing features, practical benefits, and everyday convenience. It stands out for its notable characteristics and overall strengths, making it an attractive option for a range of preferences and lifestyles.
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Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Amenities for 259 Washington St, Area IV
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | High Ceilings |
| Utilities Included |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 259 Washington St
Amazing 5 Bed 3 bath across 2 floors of living space in prime location between Central Square and Kendall Square in Cambridge, Mass. A great set up for young professionals. Quiet block on a one-way street. Location is awesome: ~ Cambridge-Central square is a neighborhood with energy, proximity to Downtown Boston, MGH, Harvard/MIT. ~ Easy to get to Kendall Square offices (10 minute WALK) ~ Within walking distance (less than 10 minutes), you can get to a Whole Foods, Star Market, Harvest co-op, H-Mart groceries stores, the Farmers Market, 3 beer/liquor stores, 15+ cafe/restaurants, and the Kendall movie theater. ~ Its a 7-minute walk to the Central Square Red Line T station, and Longwood Medical Area Bus/CT1 stop. The #1 bus is only 5 minutes away on Mass Ave. Its 10 minute walk to the Kendall Red Line T station. Details: ~ Available 8/15 or 9/1 ~ 5 Bedrooms/3 full bathrooms (updated) ~ Central Air Conditioning ~ High ceilings and full size windows ~ All Utilities included ~ In-Unit
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 259 Washington St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Area IV |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Area IV
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Area IV
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $5,000 |
| July 2024 | $4,850 |
| August 2024 | $4,897 |
| September 2024 | $5,000 |
| October 2024 | $5,075 |
| November 2024 | $4,988 |
| December 2024 | $4,998 |
| January 2025 | $4,990 |
| February 2025 | $4,993 |
| March 2025 | $5,365 |
| April 2025 | $5,250 |
| May 2025 | $5,190 |
| June 2025 | $5,234 |
| July 2025 | $5,210 |
| August 2025 | $5,205 |
| September 2025 | $5,100 |
| October 2025 | $5,092 |
| November 2025 | $5,030 |
| December 2025 | $5,163 |
| January 2026 | $5,281 |
| February 2026 | $5,332 |
| March 2026 | $5,362 |
| April 2026 | $5,431 |
| May 2026 | $5,445 |
| June 2026 | $5,170 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $5,275 |
| July 2024 | $4,837 |
| August 2024 | $4,210 |
| September 2024 | $3,799 |
| October 2024 | $3,512 |
| November 2024 | $3,400 |
| December 2024 | $3,750 |
| January 2025 | $4,175 |
| February 2025 | $4,675 |
| March 2025 | $4,890 |
| April 2025 | $4,887 |
| May 2025 | $5,120 |
| June 2025 | $5,200 |
| July 2025 | $5,130 |
| August 2025 | $4,807 |
| September 2025 | $5,140 |
| October 2025 | $5,535 |
| November 2025 | $5,550 |
| December 2025 | $4,800 |
| January 2026 | $5,980 |
| February 2026 | $5,642 |
| March 2026 | $5,637 |
| April 2026 | $5,750 |
| May 2026 | $4,960 |
| June 2026 | $4,500 |
Schools near 259 Washington 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-
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
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
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Neighborhood
Area IV | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 259 Washington 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
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 259 Washington St, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
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
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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