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Highlights

  • Fireplace
  • Gleaming hardwood floors
  • Spacious sunny 1 bedroom

Location

381 Harvard St #2, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Mid-Cambridge

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Contact

Dan Briggs

East Coast Realty

(844) 326-7656 ext. 8343

Property Overview

A spacious sunny 1-bedroom with gleaming hardwood floors and a fireplace offers a warm, inviting feel. Its standout features combine comfort and charm, creating a bright living space with classic appeal.

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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Amenities for 381 Harvard St #2, Mid-Cambridge

Apartment Amenities

FireplaceHardwood Floor

Building

Cats OK

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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Policies and fees

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 381 Harvard St #2

HomeApartments in CambridgeMid-Cambridge 381 Harvard St #2, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA

Spacious, sunny 1 bedroom in Harvard Square, Cambridge available NOW (flexible)! Utilities separate, as its a house. Very roomy and tons of natural light! Gleaming hardwood floors. Fireplace. NO BROKER FEE. Contact Dan, thank you. Landlord expects First Months Rent, Last Months Rent, and a one-month Security Deposit.


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 381 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features available
Images available
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Address details

NeighborhoodMid-Cambridge
Zip code02138
TypeApartment for rent

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Rent trends in Mid-Cambridge

1-bedroom apartments at 381 Harvard St #2 cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.

Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$2,926
November 2024$2,948
December 2024$2,935
January 2025$2,991
February 2025$2,967
March 2025$3,044
April 2025$3,120
May 2025$3,087
June 2025$3,074
July 2025$3,063
August 2025$3,113
September 2025$3,033
October 2025$3,027
November 2025$3,000
December 2025$2,989
January 2026$3,005
February 2026$3,051
March 2026$3,131
April 2026$3,144
May 2026$3,155
June 2026$3,100
July 2026$3,075
August 2026$3,118
September 2026$3,140
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Mid-Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$2,500
November 2024$2,601
December 2024$2,677
January 2025$2,700
February 2025$2,731
March 2025$2,747
April 2025$2,757
May 2025$2,800
June 2025$2,783
July 2025$2,799
August 2025$2,799
September 2025$2,810
October 2025$2,878
November 2025$2,800
December 2025$2,800
January 2026$2,865
February 2026$2,846
March 2026$2,834
April 2026$2,900
May 2026$3,000
June 2026$2,910
July 2026$2,845
August 2026$2,800
September 2026$2,797

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$104,000/yr

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 381 Harvard St, Cambridge, MA.
2 months ago$2,6001 bed1 bath
3 months ago$2,6001 bed1 bath
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3 months ago$2,6001 bed1 bath
3 months ago$2,6001 bed1 bath
4 months ago$2,4002 bed1 bath
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8 months ago$3,1002 bed1 bath
8 months ago$3,2002 bed1 bath

Schools near 381 Harvard St #2

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

Maria L. Baldwin School

85 oxford st

cambridge, MA, 2138

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
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Neighborhood

Mid-Cambridge | Cambridge, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
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A botanical paradise blooming with foliage.

Getting around Cambridge near 381 Harvard St #2

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

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 381 Harvard St #2, 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

9/10
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

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