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Highlights
- Wood floors
- Large apartment
Location
48 Jfk St #U20, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Harvard Square
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Property Overview
The property at 48 JFK St #U20 offers spacious living, highlighted by wood floors and a large layout, creating a comfortable atmosphere. Its prime location in Cambridge provides easy access to local amenities and attractions, making it appealing for various lifestyles. The combination of features and advantages positions it as a great option for those seeking an urban living experience in a vibrant community.
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
Less expensive- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 48 Jfk St #U20, Harvard Square
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | Heating |
Building
| Cats OK |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 48 Jfk St #U20
Sweet deal!
This listing is 20% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Harvard Square.
Large apartment right in the middle of Harvard Square. Wood floors. Heat & hot water included in rent.
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 48 John F. Kennedy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Harvard Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02138 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Harvard Square
1-bedroom apartments at 48 Jfk St #U20 cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Harvard Square
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,965 |
| 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 | $3,051 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $3,500 |
| April 2024 | $3,500 |
| May 2024 | $3,483 |
| June 2024 | $3,470 |
| July 2024 | $3,448 |
| August 2024 | $3,395 |
| September 2024 | $3,288 |
| October 2024 | $3,173 |
| November 2024 | $3,318 |
| December 2024 | $3,358 |
| January 2025 | $3,495 |
| February 2025 | $3,447 |
| March 2025 | $3,657 |
| April 2025 | $3,669 |
| May 2025 | $3,620 |
| June 2025 | $3,600 |
| July 2025 | $3,600 |
| August 2025 | $3,457 |
| September 2025 | $3,310 |
| October 2025 | $3,396 |
| November 2025 | $3,375 |
| December 2025 | $3,384 |
| January 2026 | $3,400 |
| February 2026 | $3,368 |
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Can I afford to live at 48 Jfk St #U20?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$106,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $106,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,650.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years ago | $2,600 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,900 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,895 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,995 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,225 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,225 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 48 Jfk St #U20
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
Maria L. Baldwin School
85 oxford st
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
Graham & Parks School
44 linnaean st
cambridge, MA, 2140
PK, K-5Public
A
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Cambridgeport School
89 elm st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood
Harvard Square | 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 48 Jfk St #U20
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
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 48 Jfk St #U20, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Several 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 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-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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