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278 Washington Street278 Washington Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US
| Monthly rent | - |
|---|---|
| Beds | 3 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | – |
2 Days Ago
3 Bed 1 bath unit
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Address details
| Units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 0 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02139 |
Property Overview
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Units
278 Washington Street, Cambridge, MA
278 Washington Street Cambridge, MA
Occupied Units
Available - Sep 1, 2026
3
Our team has verified this company3 Beds
1 Bath
$3,800
In-Unit Laundry • On-Site Laundry
Available - Sep 1, 2026
2
Our team has verified this company3 Beds
1 Bath
$4,100
Hardwood Floor • In-Unit Laundry • Dishwasher • On-Site Laundry
Amenities for 278 Washington Street
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
- In-Unit Laundry
- On-Site Laundry
- Hardwood Floor
- Dishwasher
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One-time.
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One-time. Refundable.
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About 278 Washington Street
Interested in leasing 278 Washington Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US? We have detailed property and location information to help you better understand the unit and the neighborhood. Our team is working on gathering photos, amenities, transportation, and local school information in order to help you make your decision on where you want to live. Below, you can compare the rent price at 278 Washington Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US vs overall rent prices in Area IV, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 278 Washington Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US.
Address details
| Units | 2 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 0 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02139 |
278 Washington St #3 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 278 Washington Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Cambridge
3-bedroom apartments at 278 Washington St #3 cost about 16% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Area IV.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Area IV
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,650 |
| 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 |
| February 2026 | $2,554 |
| March 2026 | $2,633 |
| April 2026 | $2,650 |
| May 2026 | $2,664 |
| June 2026 | $2,600 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,600 |
| July 2024 | $2,680 |
| August 2024 | $3,035 |
| September 2024 | $2,933 |
| October 2024 | $2,810 |
| November 2024 | $2,675 |
| December 2024 | $2,804 |
| January 2025 | $2,933 |
| February 2025 | $2,600 |
| March 2025 | $2,624 |
| April 2025 | $2,910 |
| May 2025 | $2,898 |
| June 2025 | $2,856 |
| July 2025 | $2,942 |
| August 2025 | $2,936 |
| September 2025 | $2,849 |
| October 2025 | $2,740 |
| November 2025 | $2,499 |
| December 2025 | $2,400 |
| January 2026 | $2,700 |
| February 2026 | $2,625 |
| March 2026 | $2,857 |
| April 2026 | $2,946 |
| May 2026 | $2,962 |
| June 2026 | $2,871 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $3,650 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,300 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $3,300 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,700 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 278 Washington St #3
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-
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
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
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Neighborhood
Area IV | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 278 Washington Street
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 278 Washington Street, 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
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Lamplighter Brewing Co
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Viale
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Playground
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Primo Pizza & Roast Beef
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