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280 Brookline Street280 Brookline Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US
280 Brookline Street280 Brookline Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US
Apartment for rent
Cat friendly
| Monthly rent | $4,000The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 3 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 900 |
19 Hours Ago
3 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 19 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02139 |
Property Overview
This property features notable amenities such as hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, and washer and dryer facilities, enhancing comfort and convenience. With 68 available photos, prospective renters can easily visualize the space, supported by its competitive value per square foot ranking in the 86.13 percentile. Additionally, its pet-friendly environment is complemented by nearby parks and pet supply options, making it an appealing choice for pet owners.
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
Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Units
280 Brookline Street, Cambridge, MA
280 Brookline Street Cambridge, MA
New Listing
3R
3 Beds
1 Bath
$4,000
Balcony • High Ceilings • On-Site Laundry • Hardwood Floor
Available
U4R
3 Beds
1 Bath
$4,000
Dishwasher • In-Unit Laundry • Microwave • Hardwood Floor
Amenities for 280 Brookline Street
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
- On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
- Balcony
- High Ceilings
- On-Site Laundry
- Hardwood Floor
- Dishwasher
- In-Unit Laundry
- Microwave
- Carpet
- Walk-In Closets
- Deck
Policies at 280 Brookline Street
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 280 Brookline Street
Interested in leasing 280 Brookline Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US? Currently, 280 Brookline 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 280 Brookline Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US vs overall rent prices in Cambridgeport, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 280 Brookline Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US. There are income restricted units at this address.
Address details
| Units | 19 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02139 |
Brookline St. & Putnam Ave #3R 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 280 Brookline 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
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Cambridge
3-bedroom apartments at Brookline St. & Putnam Ave #3R cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Cambridgeport.
Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Cambridgeport
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,650 |
| 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 |
| February 2026 | $2,554 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,540 |
| April 2024 | $2,237 |
| May 2024 | $2,235 |
| June 2024 | $2,267 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 280 Brookline Street?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$160,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $160,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $4,000.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 months ago | $4,000 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $4,000 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $4,000 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $1,850 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $4,000 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 10 months ago | $4,000 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,300 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,300 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,800 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near Brookline St. & Putnam Ave #3R
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
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Green oasis
A botanical paradise blooming with foliage.
Getting around Cambridge near 280 Brookline Street
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
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
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 280 Brookline 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
9/10
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 280 Brookline Street
Black Sheep Market
101 Magazine St
Trader Joe's
748 Memorial Dr
Whole Foods Market
340 River St
HSA Food Park LLC
297 Massachusetts Ave
H Mart
581 Massachusetts Ave
Target
860 Commonwealth Ave
Big Skinny Corp
215 Western Ave
Target
564 Massachusetts Ave
Expressions
576 Massachusetts Ave
Teddy Shoes Inc
548 Massachusetts Ave
Nuli Coffee Inc
260 Sidney St
Dunkin'
775 Commonwealth Ave
Starbucks
775 Commonwealth Ave
Dunkin'
808 Memorial Dr
Dunkin'
702 Commonwealth Ave
Boston University Pub
225 Bay State Rd
Dugout
722 Commonwealth Ave
Amuse
20 Sidney St
Scullers Grille Lounge
400 Soldiers Field Rd
Viale
502 Massachusetts Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
725 Commonwealth Ave
American Cheese Society
808 Commonwealth Ave
Tavern
730 Massachusetts Ave
Flour Bakery + Cafe
190 Massachusetts Ave
Paris Baguette
581 Massachusetts Ave
David Nunes Park
Fulmore Park
Hastings Square
Fort Washington Park
Morse School/Lindstrom Field
Cambridge Pizzeria
263 Brookline St
Flour Bakery
40 Erie St
Brooklyn Bagel Factory Inc
114 Magazine St
Surya Indian Kitchen
114 Magazine St
Zephyr on the Charles
575 Memorial Dr
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