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5 Elmer St5 Elmer St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $3,375–$3,600The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | – |
5+ Days Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 13 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02138 |
Property Overview
This property features beautiful hardwood floors, a large eat-in kitchen with ample storage, and a convenient dishwasher. It is located in close proximity to highly-rated elementary and middle schools, making it an attractive option for those seeking educational opportunities. Additionally, the property is pet-friendly, with two dog parks, a pet supply store, and two pet hospitals nearby, offering convenience for pet owners.
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
- Covered parking
Great for
Pet owners
Highlights
- dishwasher
- beautiful hardwood floors
- large eat-in kitchen
- kitchen storage
Units
5 Elmer St, Cambridge, MA
5 Elmer St Cambridge, MA
Available
FL1
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,375
Dishwasher • Hardwood Floor
New Listing
2
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,600
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
- Garage Parking
- Storage
- On-Site Laundry
- Outdoor Space
Unit Amenities
- In-Unit Laundry
- Dishwasher
- Hardwood Floor
- 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
Explore the charm of Riverside at 5 Elmer St, Cambridge, MA 02138. This intimate 11-unit property offers a spacious 2-bedroom floorplan, perfect for those seeking comfort and convenience. Residents enjoy beautiful hardwood floors, large eat-in kitchens with ample storage, and the ease of a dishwasher. The bucolic outdoor space is a tranquil retreat, while garage parking and additional storage provide added convenience. As a pet-friendly community, your furry friends are welcome too! With top-rated schools nearby, including two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school, all with A- or higher ratings, this property is a great choice for those prioritizing education. With only long-term rentals, make this house your home.
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Address details
| Units | 13 |
|---|---|
| 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
- 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 6% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Riverside.
Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,650 |
| April 2024 | $2,647 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $2,404 |
| April 2024 | $2,300 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 5 Elmer St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$139,500/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $139,500 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $3,487.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 7 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $3,625 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $3,625 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $3,600 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $3,600 | 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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Neighborhood
Riverside | Cambridge, MA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Green oasis
A botanical paradise blooming with foliage.
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
7/10
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 10-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
Explore the area around 5 Elmer St
Louie's Superette
26 Surrey St
Whole Foods Market
340 River St
Black Sheep Market
101 Magazine St
Trader Joe's
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H Mart
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Bodhi Leaf
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Follow the Honey
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The Andover Shop
22 Holyoke St
Expressions
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Forty Winks
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Circus Cooperative Cafe
31 Putnam Ave
Dunkin'
808 Memorial Dr
Dunkin'
1001 Massachusetts Ave
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin St
Zinneken's
1154 Massachusetts Ave
JCSK Inc
991 Massachusetts Ave
Blue Moon
896 Massachusetts Ave
Scullers Grille Lounge
400 Soldiers Field Rd
730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio
730 Massachusetts Ave
Sea Hag Restaurant & Bar
49 Mount Auburn St
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
1288 Massachusetts Ave
Mike's Pastry
11 Dunster St
Paris Baguette
581 Massachusetts Ave
Le Macaron French Pastries
1374 Massachusetts Ave
Sweet Cupcakes
0 Brattle St
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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