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42 Fairmont St #1, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Cambridgeport
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Property Overview
42 Fairmont St #1 offers a vibrant urban lifestyle with numerous dining options, featuring 405 restaurants within a mile, and an impressive walkability score complemented by nearby public transit. Environmentally sustainable living is supported by 47 parks available within a mile, fostering both recreational and social activities. The property’s competitive value per square foot further enhances its appeal in this sought-after Cambridge neighborhood.
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.
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Great for
Social life
Amenities for 42 Fairmont St #1, Cambridgeport
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 42 Fairmont St #1
This is an AMAZING find! Absolutely Gorgeous BEST OF THE BEST 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment in a fantastic location close to numerous amenities in the City. Call today for a complimentary viewing before its rented by someone else. This apartment always rents extremely quickly. Stylish and Alluring, this is comfort at its best!. Call Donald Wright for more information today. TWRE: L85081411991826
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 42 Fairmont St #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 264 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Cambridgeport |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Cambridgeport
1-bedroom apartments at 42 Fairmont St #1 cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Cambridgeport
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,973 |
| April 2024 | $2,974 |
| May 2024 | $3,008 |
| June 2024 | $3,015 |
| July 2024 | $3,005 |
| August 2024 | $2,999 |
| September 2024 | $2,998 |
| 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 | $3,036 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,787 |
| April 2024 | $2,806 |
| May 2024 | $2,833 |
| June 2024 | $2,668 |
| July 2024 | $2,786 |
| August 2024 | $2,895 |
| September 2024 | $2,880 |
| October 2024 | $2,609 |
| November 2024 | $2,500 |
| December 2024 | $3,061 |
| January 2025 | $3,291 |
| February 2025 | $2,937 |
| March 2025 | $3,413 |
| April 2025 | $3,309 |
| May 2025 | $3,508 |
| June 2025 | $3,317 |
| July 2025 | $3,420 |
| August 2025 | $3,489 |
| September 2025 | $3,601 |
| October 2025 | $3,242 |
| November 2025 | $3,217 |
| December 2025 | $3,136 |
| January 2026 | $3,313 |
| February 2026 | $3,234 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 42 Fairmont St #1
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
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
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-
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Getting around Cambridge near 42 Fairmont St #1
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 42 Fairmont St #1, 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
8/10
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
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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