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381 Harvard Street381 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $2,600–$3,400The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1–2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | – |
5 Hours Ago
1 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 17 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
Property Overview
This spacious and sunny 1-bedroom property features hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and includes heat and hot water, all situated on a quiet side street. With a high value-for-money ranking and proximity to top-rated schools, it’s well-suited for those seeking quality living. Additionally, pet owners will appreciate the nearby dog parks and pet hospitals, enhancing the appeal of this residence.
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- Less expensive
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Units
381 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA
381 Harvard Street Cambridge, MA
New Listing
2
1 Bed
1 Bath
$2,600
New Listing
31
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,400
Fireplace • Hardwood Floor • High Ceilings • On-Site Laundry
Amenities for 381 Harvard Street
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Cats Ok
- On-Site Laundry
- Elevator
- Garage Parking
Unit Amenities
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floor
- High Ceilings
- On-Site Laundry
- Carpet
- Dishwasher
- Air Conditioning
- Assigned Parking
- In-Unit Laundry
Policies at 381 Harvard Street
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 381 Harvard Street
Interested in leasing 381 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA? Currently, 381 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a 1-bedroom apartment with 1 bathroom. Below, you can compare the rent price at 381 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA vs overall rent prices in Mid-Cambridge, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 381 Harvard Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA.
Address details
| Units | 17 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
381 Harvard St #2 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 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
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features available
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
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Rent trends in Cambridge
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 13% lower than 1-bedrooms in Mid-Cambridge.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 381 Harvard St #2 to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Mid-Cambridge.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Mid-Cambridge
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,673 |
| 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 |
| March 2026 | $2,633 |
| April 2026 | $2,650 |
| May 2026 | $2,664 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,129 |
| July 2024 | $2,356 |
| August 2024 | $2,259 |
| September 2024 | $2,125 |
| October 2024 | $2,087 |
| November 2024 | $1,961 |
| December 2024 | $1,750 |
| January 2025 | $2,100 |
| February 2025 | $2,100 |
| March 2025 | $2,237 |
| April 2025 | $2,100 |
| May 2025 | $2,120 |
| June 2025 | $2,293 |
| July 2025 | $2,385 |
| August 2025 | $2,381 |
| September 2025 | $2,482 |
| October 2025 | $2,468 |
| November 2025 | $2,482 |
| December 2025 | $2,515 |
| January 2026 | $2,480 |
| February 2026 | $2,350 |
| March 2026 | $2,437 |
| April 2026 | $2,475 |
| May 2026 | $2,372 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 381 Harvard Street?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$104,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $104,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,600.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $2,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,600 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $3,100 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $3,200 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $3,100 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 months ago | $3,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 months ago | $3,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $3,200 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $2,400 | 1 bed | 1 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
Getting around Cambridge near 381 Harvard Street
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 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
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
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 381 Harvard Street
Broadway Marketplace
468 Broadway
Louie's Superette
26 Surrey St
Harvard Market
1627 Cambridge St
Wholesome Fresh Ma, Corp
60 Church St
Whole Foods Market
115 Prospect St
Bodhi Leaf
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Follow the Honey
1132 Massachusetts Ave
Childrens Clothing Exchange
1151 Massachusetts Ave
J August Bookstore
1320 Massachusetts Ave
The Andover Shop
22 Holyoke St
Dunkin'
1001 Massachusetts Ave
Kung Fu Tea
1160 Massachusetts Ave
Zinneken's
1154 Massachusetts Ave
Circus Cooperative Cafe
31 Putnam Ave
Dado Tea
955 Massachusetts Ave
JCSK Inc
991 Massachusetts Ave
Hong Kong Restaurant
1238 Massachusetts Ave
Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar
49 Mount Auburn St
Blue Moon
896 Massachusetts Ave
The Cambridge Queen's Head
45 Quincy St
Global Village Fruit Inc
425 Broadway
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
1288 Massachusetts Ave
Le Macaron French Pastries
1374 Massachusetts Ave
Mike's Pastry
11 Dunster St
CARDULLO'S GOURMET SHOPPE
6 Brattle St
Sullivan Park
Park
Joan Lorentz Park
Recreation Ground
Cooper Playground
Boston Burger Company
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Cafe Sushi
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Zoe's Restaurant
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Domino's
1033 Massachusetts Ave
Beyond Conflict
1100 Massachusetts Ave
Massachusetts Ave @ Trowbridge St
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Mt Auburn St @ Putnam Ave
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Massachusetts Ave @ Dana St
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