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279 Pearl Street279 Pearl Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US
Apartment for rent
Cat friendly
| Monthly rent | $4,400The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 3 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 0–1,500 |
3 Hours Ago
3 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 13 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 4 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02139 |
Property Overview
Set in a bustling, walkable neighborhood with ample transit options, the home ranks in the top value-per-square-foot tier for the area. An exceptional 53 listing photos offer a detailed preview, while proximity to 308 restaurants within a mile highlights its appeal for an active social life.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Images available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Social life
Units
279 Pearl Street, Cambridge, MA
279 Pearl Street Cambridge, MA
New Listing
1R
Our team has verified this company3 Beds
1 Bath
$4,400
On-Site Laundry • In-Unit Laundry • Dishwasher
New Listing
#3r
3 Beds
1 Bath
$4,400
Assigned Parking • In-Unit Laundry • Microwave • Dishwasher
New Listing
#1r
3 Beds
1 Bath
$4,400
Assigned Parking • In-Unit Laundry • Microwave • Dishwasher
New Listing
U1
3 Beds
1 Bath
$4,400
On-Site Laundry • In-Unit Laundry • Dishwasher
Amenities for 279 Pearl Street
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Cats Ok
- On-Site Laundry
- Storage
- Outdoor Space
Unit Amenities
- On-Site Laundry
- In-Unit Laundry
- Dishwasher
- Assigned Parking
- Microwave
- Deck
- Hardwood Floor
- Balcony
- High Ceilings
Policies at 279 Pearl Street
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 279 Pearl Street
Interested in leasing 279 Pearl Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US? Currently, 279 Pearl Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US is available to rent or lease. It is a 3-bedroom apartment with 1 bathroom. Below, you can compare the rent price at 279 Pearl Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US vs overall rent prices in Cambridgeport, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 279 Pearl Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US.
Address details
| Units | 13 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 4 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02139 |
279 Pearl St #1R 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 279 Pearl Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
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 279 Pearl St #1R cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Cambridgeport.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Cambridgeport
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,673 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,256 |
| July 2024 | $1,550 |
| August 2024 | $2,199 |
| September 2024 | $2,278 |
| October 2024 | $1,901 |
| November 2024 | $2,186 |
| December 2024 | $2,643 |
| January 2025 | $3,009 |
| February 2025 | $2,993 |
| March 2025 | $3,134 |
| April 2025 | $3,090 |
| May 2025 | $3,362 |
| June 2025 | $3,404 |
| July 2025 | $3,336 |
| August 2025 | $2,931 |
| September 2025 | $3,104 |
| October 2025 | $3,273 |
| November 2025 | $3,222 |
| December 2025 | $3,213 |
| January 2026 | $2,838 |
| February 2026 | $2,814 |
| March 2026 | $2,829 |
| April 2026 | $2,619 |
| May 2026 | $3,132 |
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Can I afford to live at 279 Pearl Street?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $4,200 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $3,975 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $4,200 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $4,200 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $4,300 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $4,200 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 279 Pearl St #1R
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
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-
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Neighborhood
Cambridgeport | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 279 Pearl Street
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
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 279 Pearl Street, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
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
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 279 Pearl Street
Black Sheep Market
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Trader Joe's
748 Memorial Dr
Whole Foods Market
340 River St
H Mart
581 Massachusetts Ave
HSA Food Park LLC
297 Massachusetts Ave
Big Skinny Corp
215 Western Ave
Target
860 Commonwealth Ave
Expressions
576 Massachusetts Ave
Teddy Shoes Inc
548 Massachusetts Ave
Target
564 Massachusetts Ave
Nuli Coffee Inc
260 Sidney St
Dunkin'
808 Memorial Dr
Starbucks
775 Commonwealth Ave
Dunkin'
775 Commonwealth Ave
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin St
Paperback Provisions
575 Memorial Dr
Scullers Grille Lounge
400 Soldiers Field Rd
Viale
502 Massachusetts Ave
Amuse
20 Sidney St
Boston University Pub
225 Bay State Rd
American Cheese Society
808 Commonwealth Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
725 Commonwealth Ave
Tavern
730 Massachusetts Ave
Paris Baguette
581 Massachusetts Ave
Flour Bakery + Cafe
190 Massachusetts Ave
Old Morse Park
Hastings Square
Fulmore Playground
Fulmore Park
Playground
Cambridge Pizzeria
263 Brookline St
Brooklyn Bagel Factory Inc
114 Magazine St
Surya Indian Kitchen
114 Magazine St
Bisuteki Tokyo Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
777 Memorial Dr
The Bistro
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