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5 Elmer St5 Elmer St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
| Monthly rent | $3,400–$3,500The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | – |
1 Day Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 14 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
Property Overview
Well-positioned in Cambridge, the home offers strong value for money (in the 72nd percentile locally) and an unusually rich photo set with 81 images to help prospective renters quickly understand the space. Daily needs for pets are well supported, with nearby pet hospitals, a pet supply store, and a dog park within a mile. Nearby highly rated elementary and middle schools add to the appeal of the surrounding 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.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Pet owners
Highlights
Pet Friendly
Units
5 Elmer St, Cambridge, MA
5 Elmer St Cambridge, MA
Available
3
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,400
New Listing
2
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,500
In-Unit Laundry
Amenities for 5 Elmer St
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
- On-Site Laundry
- Storage
- Garage Parking
Unit Amenities
- In-Unit Laundry
- Hardwood Floor
- Dishwasher
- On-Site Laundry
- Assigned Parking
- Outdoor Space
Policies at 5 Elmer St
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 5 Elmer St
Check out this charming property located at 5 Elmer St in Cambridge's desirable Riverside neighborhood! This intimate community consists of 11 units, offering a spacious 2-bedroom floorplan. Residents enjoy a range of convenient amenities, including a garage, high-speed internet, outdoor space, and storage. The property's prime location is near top-rated schools, with four elementary schools, three middle schools, and one high school all boasting A- or higher ratings. A major perk of living here is the proximity to excellent educational institutions. With its unique blend of comfort, convenience, and community, this property is an excellent choice for those seeking a relaxed and connected lifestyle.
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Address details
| Units | 14 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
5 Elmer 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 5 Elmer St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Covered parking
- Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
- Extra Storage
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
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Rent trends in Cambridge
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 5 Elmer St #2 to be 14% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Riverside.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,680 |
| June 2024 | $2,683 |
| 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 | $2,654 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,266 |
| June 2024 | $2,374 |
| July 2024 | $2,406 |
| August 2024 | $2,362 |
| September 2024 | $2,350 |
| October 2024 | $2,325 |
| November 2024 | $2,190 |
| December 2024 | $2,150 |
| January 2025 | $2,325 |
| February 2025 | $2,468 |
| March 2025 | $2,480 |
| April 2025 | $2,431 |
| May 2025 | $2,460 |
| June 2025 | $2,290 |
| July 2025 | $2,400 |
| August 2025 | $2,442 |
| September 2025 | $2,500 |
| October 2025 | $2,500 |
| November 2025 | $2,500 |
| December 2025 | $2,500 |
| January 2026 | $2,500 |
| February 2026 | $2,500 |
| March 2026 | $2,512 |
| April 2026 | $2,558 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5 Elmer St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$138,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $138,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $3,450.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $3,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| This month | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,625 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,625 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 5 Elmer 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
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
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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Getting around Cambridge near 5 Elmer St
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 5 Elmer St, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
10/10
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
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Trader Joe's
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H Mart
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Big Skinny Corp
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Follow the Honey
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The Andover Shop
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Circus Cooperative Cafe
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Dunkin'
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Dunkin'
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Andala Coffee House
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Zinneken's
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JCSK Inc
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Blue Moon
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Scullers Grille Lounge
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730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio
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Tavern
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Tavern
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Tatte Bakery & Cafe
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Global Village Fruit Inc
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Mike's Pastry
11 Dunster St
Paris Baguette
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New Riverside Neighborhood Park
Hoyt Field
Peabody Terrace Playground
King Community School Yard
Corporal Burns Park
Basta Pasta
319 Western Ave
Alive and Kicking Lobsters
269 Putnam Ave
Riverside Pizza & Seafoods
305 River St
THE COAST CAFE'
233 River St
Cuisine En Locale
67 Pleasant St
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