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  • Dishwasher
  • Modern kitchen
  • Off-street parking
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Open floor plans
  • On-site laundry facilities

Location

278 Beacon St #66, Somerville, MA 02143, USA|Aggasiz - Harvard University

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Jing Tu

Coldwell Banker Realty

(857) 285-8585

Amenities for 278 Beacon St #66, Aggasiz - Harvard University

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherOven/Range

Building

ElevatorOnsite Laundry
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Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 278 Beacon St #66

HomeApartments in CambridgeAggasiz - Harvard University 278 Beacon St #66, Somerville, MA 02143, USA

2024 renovated and professionally managed, 278 Beacon Street offers modern two-bedroom apartments in an exceptional location near Harvard Law School and the Harvard Divinity School. The property has been fully updated, featuring refreshed common areas and thoughtfully designed residences with open floor plans. Each apartment includes a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances refrigerator, microwave/hood, electric range, dishwasher, and garbage disposal providing both style and functionality. Residents enjoy on-site laundry facilities and off-street parking options for added convenience. Ideally located close to public transportation, local shops, and restaurants, 278 Beacon Street combines modern comfort with everyday practicality, making it an excellent place to call home. Move-In Costs Fees: First Month Rent: $3,600 Security Deposit: $3,600


278 Beacon St #66 is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 422 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 77 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • The area has transit options

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 278 Beacon Street, Cambridge, MA 02143, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elevator
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Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Pet restrictions
Pets aren't allowed at this location.

Address details

NeighborhoodAggasiz - Harvard University
Zip code02143
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Aggasiz - Harvard University

2-bedroom apartments at 278 Beacon St #66 cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Aggasiz - Harvard University
Cambridge
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$3,742
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$3,608
December 2025$3,600
January 2026$3,615
February 2026$3,646
March 2026$3,819
April 2026$3,980
May 2026$3,952
June 2026$3,902
July 2026$3,836
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Aggasiz - Harvard University
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$3,512
September 2024$3,550
October 2024$3,210
November 2024$3,405
December 2024$3,267
January 2025$3,250
February 2025$3,581
March 2025$3,585
April 2025$3,629
May 2025$3,597
June 2025$3,600
July 2025$3,610
August 2025$3,500
September 2025$3,540
October 2025$3,500
November 2025$3,330
December 2025$3,318
January 2026$3,457
February 2026$3,428
March 2026$3,550
April 2026$3,512
May 2026$3,490
June 2026$3,562
July 2026$3,536

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 278 Beacon St, Cambridge, MA.
3 months ago$4,0002 bed1 bath
1 year ago$3,2001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$3,0501 bed1 bath
1 year ago$3,0501 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,7001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$2,9501 bed1 bath
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2 years ago$3,4502 bed1 bath

Schools near 278 Beacon St #66

John F. Kennedy Elementary School

5 cherry st

somerville, MA, 2144

PK, K-8Public
A

Dr. Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park

290 washington st

somerville, MA, 2143

PK, K-8Public
B

Winter Hill Community School

115 sycamore st

somerville, MA, 2145

PK, K-8Public
C+

Benjamin G. Brown School

201 willow ave

somerville, MA, 2144

K-5Public
A

Capuano Early Childhood Center

150 glen st

somerville, MA, 2145

PK, K-1Public
A-
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Getting around Somerville near 278 Beacon St #66

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
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 278 Beacon St #66, Somerville

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
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

6/10
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
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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Get the best of Cambridge and Somerville at 278 Beacon Street. This unit is a 1-bedrooms, with a great open floor plan. 278 Beacon is professionally managed and has an intercom system and lobby surveillance. The building across the street from Star Market and only a short distance to Whole Foods. Its location is nearby Harvard and Porter Squares for easy access to incredible dining and shopping options, and some of the nation’s top-ranked universities and hospitals are just a few minutes away. Residents will enjoy quick access to Storrow Drive, I-90, I-93, a bike path, and various options for public transportation. Similar units will be available on September 1st. Contact me today for a virtual tour.

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2022 NEWLY RENOVATION 5th-floor huge one bathroom with a great open floor plan. The apartment at 278 Beacon is professionally managed and has an intercom system and lobby surveillance. The building across the street from Star Market and only a short distance to Whole Foods. Its location is nearby Harvard and Porter Squares for easy access to incredible dining and shopping options, and some of the nation's top-ranked universities and hospitals are just a few minutes away. Residents will enjoy quick access to Storrow Drive, I-90, I-93, a bike path, and various options for public transportation. Contact me today for a virtual tour and information

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2022 NEWLY RENOVATION one bathroom with a great open floor plan. The apartment at 278 Beacon is professionally managed and has an intercom system and lobby surveillance. The building across the street from Star Market and only a short distance to Whole Foods. Its location is nearby Harvard and Porter Squares for easy access to incredible dining and shopping options, and some of the nation's top-ranked universities and hospitals are just a few minutes away. Residents will enjoy quick access to Storrow Drive, I-90, I-93, a bike path, and various options for public transportation. Contact me today for a virtual tour and information

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Days on market: 824
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