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Amenities for 288 3rd St #524, Kendall Square
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| Air Conditioning |
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| In-Unit Laundry |
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
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Not allowed
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About 288 3rd St #524
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Donald Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081135895976
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 288 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 189 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Considerations
- Pet restrictions
- Pets aren't allowed at this location.
Address details
| Neighborhood | Kendall Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02142 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Kendall Square
3-bedroom apartments at 288 3rd St #524 cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Kendall Square
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $4,350 |
| March 2024 | $4,370 |
| April 2024 | $4,400 |
| May 2024 | $4,358 |
| June 2024 | $4,350 |
| July 2024 | $4,368 |
| August 2024 | $4,344 |
| September 2024 | $4,375 |
| October 2024 | $4,325 |
| November 2024 | $4,378 |
| December 2024 | $4,247 |
| January 2025 | $4,425 |
| February 2025 | $4,449 |
| March 2025 | $4,397 |
| April 2025 | $4,386 |
| May 2025 | $4,350 |
| June 2025 | $4,300 |
| July 2025 | $4,290 |
| August 2025 | $4,304 |
| September 2025 | $4,319 |
| October 2025 | $4,310 |
| November 2025 | $4,305 |
| December 2025 | $4,337 |
| January 2026 | $4,369 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $4,760 |
| March 2024 | $4,780 |
| April 2024 | $5,181 |
| May 2024 | $3,400 |
| June 2024 | $3,560 |
| July 2024 | $3,600 |
| October 2024 | $7,255 |
| January 2025 | $6,471 |
| February 2025 | $6,471 |
| March 2025 | $4,793 |
| April 2025 | $4,789 |
| May 2025 | $4,795 |
| June 2025 | $4,793 |
| July 2025 | $5,157 |
| August 2025 | $5,164 |
| September 2025 | $6,535 |
| October 2025 | $6,924 |
| November 2025 | $6,110 |
| December 2025 | $5,524 |
| January 2026 | $6,595 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $4,690 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| Last month | $6,772 | 3 bed | 3 bath | ||
| Last month | $3,680 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $4,920 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $4,064 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $4,553 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,106 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $4,618 | 2 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $4,513 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 288 3rd St #524
Kennedy-Longfellow School
158 spring st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
Fletcher-Maynard Academy
225 windsor st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
King Open School
850 cambridge 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
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Neighborhood
Kendall Square | Cambridge, MA
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Getting around Cambridge near 288 3rd St #524
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
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
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 288 3rd St #524, Cambridge
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-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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