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Highlights
- In-unit laundry
- Pet friendly
- Good gas stove
Location
5 Elmer St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Riverside
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Property Overview
Pet-friendly, with in-unit laundry and a good gas stove, the home offers everyday convenience and comfort. It can work well for people who prioritize cooking at home, value having their own laundry, and want to live with pets without extra hassle.
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
- More space
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 5 Elmer St, Riverside
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 5 Elmer St
ZMP101894818 - Cozy Riverside apartment with a dishwasher, in-unit laundry, and a good gas stove. Great location right next to a park, with the Central MBTA stop only a short stroll away. Pet friendly, $50-$100 extra.
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
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 160 sqft larger than other 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
Address details
| Neighborhood | Riverside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02138 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Riverside
2-bedroom apartments at 5 Elmer St cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Jul 18 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,740 |
| September 2024 | $3,737 |
| October 2024 | $3,643 |
| November 2024 | $3,573 |
| December 2024 | $3,520 |
| January 2025 | $3,598 |
| February 2025 | $3,661 |
| March 2025 | $3,702 |
| April 2025 | $3,739 |
| May 2025 | $3,800 |
| June 2025 | $3,760 |
| July 2025 | $3,736 |
| August 2025 | $3,795 |
| September 2025 | $3,745 |
| October 2025 | $3,666 |
| November 2025 | $3,608 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $3,615 |
| February 2026 | $3,646 |
| March 2026 | $3,819 |
| April 2026 | $3,980 |
| May 2026 | $3,952 |
| June 2026 | $3,902 |
| July 2026 | $3,823 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,890 |
| September 2024 | $3,750 |
| October 2024 | $3,425 |
| November 2024 | $3,300 |
| December 2024 | $3,343 |
| January 2025 | $3,362 |
| February 2025 | $3,587 |
| March 2025 | $3,800 |
| April 2025 | $3,843 |
| May 2025 | $3,910 |
| June 2025 | $3,875 |
| July 2025 | $3,815 |
| August 2025 | $3,796 |
| September 2025 | $3,750 |
| October 2025 | $3,600 |
| November 2025 | $3,600 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $3,600 |
| February 2026 | $3,617 |
| March 2026 | $3,773 |
| April 2026 | $3,998 |
| May 2026 | $3,994 |
| June 2026 | $3,999 |
| July 2026 | $3,782 |
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
$160,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $160,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $4,000.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $3,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $3,375 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 5 Elmer St
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 10-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
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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