Alert me when this rental is available.
Updated 5+ Days Ago
Location
292 Western Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Riverside
Nearby rentals
Property management
Apartments for rent BostonApartments for rent CambridgeApartments for rent SomervilleApartments for rent Mission HillApartments for rent MedfordApartments for rent South MedfordApartments for rent ProvidenceApartments for rent QuincyApartments for rent Medford HillsideApartments for rent Spring HillApartments for rent ElmhurstApartments for rent RiversideApartments for rent Back BayApartments for rent Area IVApartments for rent CambridgeportApartments Near Me
Houses for rent CambridgeHouses for rent BostonHouses for rent ArlingtonHouses for rent HamptonHouses for rent QuincyHouses for rent MedfordHouses for rent NashuaHouses for rent North ChelmsfordHouses for rent PeabodyHouses for rent ReadingHouses for rent AuburnHouses for rent BrooklineHouses for rent ProvidenceHouses for rent WorcesterHouses for rent NewtonHouses for rent near me
Property Overview
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
Middle school nearby- Balcony
- Fireplace
Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Eco living
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
Contact Property
REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
Contact Property
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
About 292 Western Ave #1
⢠Luxury Cambridge 2.5 BR/2BA (1000 Sq. Ft) 2nd floor unit in 3-unit building ⢠Perfect if you want a luxury condo but do not want to live in high rise building ⢠Lease starting Sep. 1, 2013 ⢠Near the corner of Putnam Ave. and Western Ave., 5 minute walk to HBS, under 10 minutes walk to Central Square & Harvard Square. ⢠Master bedroom with attached bath ⢠Second room is carpeted, can be either an office, guest room or nursery, comes with a full size murphy bed installed in the wall, perfect for guests and overnight visitors. Hardwood floors throughout the rest of the unit. ⢠Marble bathrooms, gas fireplace ⢠Third Room can be a small bedroom or a study ⢠Beautiful Exposed brick, perfect for the urban feel. ⢠Open Living room/kitchen design with loft feel ⢠Central AC/Heat ⢠Washer/Dryer is in the unit ⢠Stainless Steel appliances and black granite countertops ⢠Everything in great condition - total gut rehab in 2003. New appliances and excellently maintained unit. ⢠Effortless on-street neighborhood parking (a rarity for Cambridge) ⢠Back porch looks out directly onto large playing field (Hoyt Field) with children's playground, water area, baseball field, basketball court and tennis courts. ⢠No pets / no smoking allowed ⢠Custom built closets
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 292 Western Ave #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 miles away
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Fireplace
- In-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Priced higher than average
- 2-bedrooms are $700 more than the median rent in this area
Address details
| Neighborhood | Riverside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere
Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Available rentals nearby
Eagle Rock Apartments and Townhomes at Brighton
Our team has verified this companyNorth Allston • 9 Bronsdon St
2 Beds
$3,270
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
Atrio Boston
Our team has verified this companyFenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood • 18 Haviland St
2 Beds
$3,250–$3,954
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Parkside Place
Our team has verified this companyStrawberry Hill • 700 Huron Ave
2 Beds
$2,500–$2,983
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Walden Park
Our team has verified this companyNeighborhood Nine • 205 Walden St
2 Beds
$3,129–$3,878
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.
Chapman House
Our team has verified this companyEagle Hill • 61 Eutaw St
2 Beds
$2,810–$2,870
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
Harbor Point
Our team has verified this companyColumbia Point • 24 Oyster Bay Rd
2 Beds
$2,703–$3,265
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
2 Carmel St #1, Boston, MA, 02120
Our team has verified this companyMission Hill • 2 Carmel St #1
2 Beds
$3,195
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
129 Eutaw St #1, Boston, MA, 02128
Our team has verified this companyEagle Hill • 129 Eutaw St #1
2 Beds
$2,495
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Eagle Rock Apartments and Townhomes at Brighton
Our team has verified this companyNorth Allston • 9 Bronsdon St
2 Beds
$3,270
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Atrio Boston
Our team has verified this companyFenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - Longwood • 18 Haviland St
2 Beds
$3,250–$3,954
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Parkside Place
Our team has verified this companyStrawberry Hill • 700 Huron Ave
2 Beds
$2,500–$2,983
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Walden Park
Our team has verified this companyNeighborhood Nine • 205 Walden St
2 Beds
$3,129–$3,878
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Chapman House
Our team has verified this companyEagle Hill • 61 Eutaw St
2 Beds
$2,810–$2,870
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Harbor Point
Our team has verified this companyColumbia Point • 24 Oyster Bay Rd
2 Beds
$2,703–$3,265
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.2 Carmel St #1, Boston, MA, 02120
Our team has verified this companyMission Hill • 2 Carmel St #1
2 Beds
$3,195
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.129 Eutaw St #1, Boston, MA, 02128
Our team has verified this companyEagle Hill • 129 Eutaw St #1
2 Beds
$2,495
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Rent trends in Riverside
2-bedroom apartments at 292 Western Ave #1 cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| August 2026 | $3,849 |
| September 2026 | $3,852 |
| October 2026 | $3,950 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,300 |
| December 2024 | $3,343 |
| January 2025 | $3,362 |
| February 2025 | $3,587 |
| March 2025 | $3,800 |
| April 2025 | $3,843 |
| May 2025 | $3,910 |
| June 2025 | $3,875 |
| July 2025 | $3,815 |
| August 2025 | $3,796 |
| September 2025 | $3,750 |
| October 2025 | $3,600 |
| November 2025 | $3,600 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $3,600 |
| February 2026 | $3,617 |
| March 2026 | $3,773 |
| April 2026 | $3,998 |
| May 2026 | $3,994 |
| June 2026 | $3,999 |
| July 2026 | $3,768 |
| August 2026 | $3,700 |
| September 2026 | $3,668 |
| October 2026 | $3,641 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 13 years ago | $2,850 |
Schools near 292 Western Ave #1
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
Cambridgeport School
89 elm st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
Fletcher-Maynard Academy
225 windsor st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
Neighborhood
Riverside | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 292 Western Avenue
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
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 292 Western Avenue, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional 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 5-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 292 Western Avenue
Whole Foods Market
340 River St
Black Sheep Market
101 Magazine St
Louie's Superette
26 Surrey St
Trader Joe's
748 Memorial Dr
H Mart
581 Massachusetts Ave
Big Skinny Corp
215 Western Ave
Great Eastern Trading Co
49 River St
Coolidge Looking Good
746 Massachusetts Ave
Brief Case Analytics
12 Inman St
Expressions
576 Massachusetts Ave
Dunkin'
808 Memorial Dr
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin St
Circus Cooperative Cafe
31 Putnam Ave
Dado Tea
955 Massachusetts Ave
1369 Coffee House
757 Massachusetts Ave
Blue Moon
896 Massachusetts Ave
730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio
730 Massachusetts Ave
Tavern
730 Massachusetts Ave
JCSK Inc
991 Massachusetts Ave
Scullers Jazz Club
400 Soldiers Field Rd
Tavern
730 Massachusetts Ave
Paris Baguette
581 Massachusetts Ave
Global Village Fruit Inc
425 Broadway
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
1288 Massachusetts Ave
Mike's Pastry
11 Dunster St
Hoyt Field
Tubman Square
Playground
New Riverside Park
Riverside Press Park
THE COAST CAFE'
233 River St
Basta Pasta
319 Western Ave
Riverside Pizza & Seafoods
305 River St
Alive and Kicking Lobsters
269 Putnam Ave
Cuisine En Locale
67 Pleasant St
Western Ave / Howard St
Waltham - University Park, Cambridge, Oak Square - Univ Pk or Kendall / MIT
River St / Kelly Rd
Waltham - University Park, Cambridge, Oak Square - Univ Pk or Kendall / MIT
Western Ave / Putnam Ave
Waltham - University Park, Cambridge, Oak Square - Univ Pk or Kendall / MIT
River St / Kinnaird St
Waltham - University Park, Cambridge, Oak Square - Univ Pk or Kendall / MIT
Western Ave / Kinnaird St
Waltham - University Park, Cambridge, Oak Square - Univ Pk or Kendall / MIT
Lansdowne
Framingham / Worcester Line
Boston Landing
Framingham / Worcester Line
Porter
Fitchburg Line
Boston
Northeast Regional, Acela, Lake Shore Limited
Back Bay
Providence / Stoughton Line, Framingham / Worcester Line, Franklin / Foxboro Line, Needham Line
Central
Red Line
Harvard
Red Line
Amory Street
Green Line
Babcock Street
Green Line
Boston University Central
Green Line
Notify me
