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Highlights
- Spacious bedrooms
- Private patio
- Bay windows
- Private laundry machine
- Two fireplaces
- Bountiful closet space
Location
40 Pearl St #2, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Cambridgeport
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Amenities for 40 Pearl St #2, Cambridgeport
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Back Porch |
| Balcony | Dining Area |
| Dining Room | Duplex |
| Exposed Brick | Fireplace |
| Fireplace Decorative | Granite Countertops |
| Office |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Window Air Conditioning |
Building
| No Smoking | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| No Broker Fee |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
No pets allowed.
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About 40 Pearl St #2
Welcome to 40 Pearl Street, a one of kind two-story unit in the heart of Central Square. The duplex layout provides living space unheard of for this area of Cambridge. As you enter the main floor, you are greeted by a large living space with an area perfect for a dining room table and a separate office space to the right. To your left is a fully applianced kitchen with double glass doors to your massive private patio in the tree canopy, overlooking the back yard. The living area is graced by period details including two fireplaces, a patterned ceiling, and bay windows that let in tons of natural light. Upstairs you will find three spacious bedrooms and a large bathroom with a private laundry machine for the unit. Each bedroom features bountiful closet space and the two largest rooms can accommodate dressers, armories, and desks. It is a two-minute walk to the Red Line and to Central Square, with a walkability score of 99 and a biking score of 99. Call today to set up a tour! Fee Disclosure: First Month Rent: $4,200 Security Deposit: $4,200
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 40 Pearl St #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cambridgeport |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Cambridgeport
3-bedroom apartments at 40 Pearl St #2 cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Cambridgeport
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $4,119 |
| October 2023 | $4,140 |
| 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 | $4,295 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $4,474 |
| October 2023 | $4,125 |
| November 2023 | $4,362 |
| December 2023 | $4,500 |
| January 2024 | $4,450 |
| February 2024 | $4,275 |
| March 2024 | $4,260 |
| April 2024 | $4,256 |
| May 2024 | $4,100 |
| June 2024 | $4,030 |
| July 2024 | $4,006 |
| August 2024 | $4,000 |
| September 2024 | $4,003 |
| October 2024 | $4,000 |
| November 2024 | $3,997 |
| December 2024 | $3,900 |
| January 2025 | $4,412 |
| February 2025 | $4,412 |
| March 2025 | $4,410 |
| April 2025 | $4,425 |
| May 2025 | $4,490 |
| June 2025 | $4,387 |
| July 2025 | $4,330 |
| August 2025 | $4,435 |
| September 2025 | $4,500 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 40 Pearl St #2
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Fletcher-Maynard Academy
225 windsor st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
Cambridgeport School
89 elm st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood
Cambridgeport | 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 40 Pearl 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
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 40 Pearl St #2, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
8/10
Wide 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 10-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
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
Explore the area around 40 Pearl St #2
H Mart
581 Massachusetts Ave
HSA Food Park LLC
297 Massachusetts Ave
Whole Foods Market
115 Prospect St
Black Sheep Market
101 Magazine St
Masha Food Shop 222
222 Broadway
Teddy Shoes Inc
548 Massachusetts Ave
Target
564 Massachusetts Ave
Expressions
576 Massachusetts Ave
Hilton's Tent City
565 Massachusetts Ave
Christ Mode Clothing Co Inc
57 Columbia St
Vitality Bowls
425 Massachusetts Ave
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin St
Dunkin'
655 Massachusetts Ave
Abide
317 Massachusetts Ave
1369 Coffee House
757 Massachusetts Ave
Viale
502 Massachusetts Ave
Little Donkey
505 Massachusetts Ave
Brick & Mortar
567 Massachusetts Ave
730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio
730 Massachusetts Ave
Middlesex Lounge Restaurant
315 Massachusetts Ave
Paris Baguette
581 Massachusetts Ave
Flour Bakery + Cafe
190 Massachusetts Ave
Einstein Bros Bagels
725 Commonwealth Ave
Central Bakery
732 Cambridge St
Royal Pastry Shop
738 Cambridge St
Auburn Court
University Park West Walkway
University Park Common
Lopez School Playgroung
University Park East Walkway
Pepper Sky's
20 Pearl St
Middle East Restaurant
472 Massachusetts Ave
Middle East Restaurant & Nightclub
472 Massachusetts Ave
Zuzu
474 Massachusetts Ave
Viale
502 Massachusetts Ave
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