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Highlights
- In-unit laundry
- Large living room
- Kitchenette
- Updated eat-in kitchen
- Huge eat-in kitchen
- High ceilings
Location
35 1/2 Essex St #1, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Area IV
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Amenities for 35 1/2 Essex St #1, Area IV
Apartment Amenities
| Dryer | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceilings | Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
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About 35 1/2 Essex St #1
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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 35 1/2 Essex St, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
- Extra Storage
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Area IV |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Area IV
3-bedroom apartments at 35 1/2 Essex St #1 cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Area IV
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $4,275 |
| December 2023 | $4,290 |
| January 2024 | $4,362 |
| 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 | $4,305 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $3,600 |
| December 2023 | $3,922 |
| January 2024 | $4,525 |
| February 2024 | $4,706 |
| March 2024 | $4,992 |
| April 2024 | $4,490 |
| May 2024 | $4,554 |
| June 2024 | $4,510 |
| July 2024 | $4,487 |
| August 2024 | $4,500 |
| September 2024 | $4,509 |
| October 2024 | $4,581 |
| November 2024 | $5,065 |
| December 2024 | $4,478 |
| January 2025 | $4,983 |
| February 2025 | $4,800 |
| March 2025 | $4,888 |
| April 2025 | $4,510 |
| May 2025 | $4,340 |
| June 2025 | $4,275 |
| July 2025 | $4,100 |
| August 2025 | $4,057 |
| September 2025 | $3,740 |
| October 2025 | $3,730 |
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Can I afford to live at 35 1/2 Essex St #1?
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $4,500 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $4,200 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $3,900 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 35 1/2 Essex St #1
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
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
King Open School
850 cambridge st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
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Neighborhood
Area IV | Cambridge, MA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.
Getting around Cambridge near 35 1/2 Essex St #1
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
8/10
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 35 1/2 Essex St #1, Cambridge
Groceries
10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
Several 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
10/10
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
8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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