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5 Leighton St5 Leighton St, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA
5 Leighton St5 Leighton St, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA
Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
| Monthly rent | $2,918–$3,428Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost. |
|---|---|
| Beds | Studio–1 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 528–721 |
5 Leighton St5 Leighton St, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA
Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
| Monthly rent | $2,918–$3,428Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost. |
|---|---|
| Beds | Studio–1 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 528–721 |
Updated 3 Days Ago
1 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 105 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 5 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02141 |
Property Overview
With numerous amenities and 45 photos, 5 Leighton St offers a strong first impression and a detailed look at the space, while its value per square foot ranks in the 98.08th percentile locally. It also stands out for pet friendliness, social life, and fitness and wellness, with nearby pet services, parks, event hubs, and on-site features like a gym and pool or spa.
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
More space- Fitness center
- Images available
Great for
Wellness
Social life
Pet owners
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- numerous amenities
Units
5 Leighton St, Cambridge, MA
5 Leighton St Cambridge, MA
Available
1-139
Studio
1 Bath
$2,918
Furnished
Available
2-669
Studio
1 Bath
$3,023
Furnished
Available
1-321
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,338
Furnished
Available
1-309
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,353
Furnished
Available
2-555
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,428
Furnished
Amenities for 5 Leighton St
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
Unit Amenities
- Furnished
Policies at 5 Leighton St
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
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
Questions about this property’s policies and fees?
About 5 Leighton St
Live at 5 Leighton St in the heart of East Cambridge, MA, and experience the best of urban living. This property features 105 units, with studio and 1-bedroom options ranging from 449 to 721 square feet. Enjoy a range of amenities, including a fitness center and gym, LEED Green certifications, lounges and roofdeck, onsite green spaces, and a swimming pool with pool spa. Plus, take advantage of convenient services like dry cleaning and package delivery. With its pet-friendly policy and furnished units, this property is perfect for those looking for a hassle-free living experience. As a bonus, the property is located near top-rated schools, making it a great choice for those who value education.
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Address details
| Units | 105 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 5 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02141 |
5 Leighton St #2-555 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 Leighton St, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- Studio is 103 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Fitness center
- A gym just a few steps away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- In-house dry cleaning
- Laundry services available
- Package service
- More secure storage for delivery
- Pool
- Pool access available at this location
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 0.6 miles away
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Cambridge
Studio apartments at 5 Leighton St #2-555 cost about 0% less than the average rent price for studios in East Cambridge.
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% lower than 1-bedrooms in East Cambridge.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
East Cambridge
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,339 |
| 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 | $2,650 |
| May 2026 | $2,664 |
| June 2026 | $2,600 |
| July 2026 | $2,636 |
| August 2026 | $2,712 |
| September 2026 | $2,773 |
| October 2026 | $2,731 |
| November 2026 | $2,695 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,835 |
| December 2024 | $2,707 |
| January 2025 | $2,869 |
| February 2025 | $2,859 |
| March 2025 | $2,823 |
| April 2025 | $2,907 |
| May 2025 | $3,066 |
| June 2025 | $3,019 |
| July 2025 | $3,046 |
| August 2025 | $3,037 |
| September 2025 | $3,012 |
| October 2025 | $3,018 |
| November 2025 | $3,023 |
| December 2025 | $3,021 |
| January 2026 | $2,652 |
| February 2026 | $2,655 |
| March 2026 | $2,709 |
| April 2026 | $2,850 |
| May 2026 | $3,010 |
| June 2026 | $2,960 |
| July 2026 | $3,096 |
| August 2026 | $3,132 |
| September 2026 | $3,053 |
| October 2026 | $2,958 |
| November 2026 | $2,985 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5 Leighton St?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$118,820/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $118,820 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $2,970.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio, 1 Bath | Last month | $2,903 | Studio | 1 bath | |
| Studio, 1 Bath | 2 months ago | $2,503 | Studio | 1 bath | |
| Studio, 1 Bath | 2 months ago | $2,888 | Studio | 1 bath | |
| 2 months ago | $3,713 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 3 months ago | $4,403 | 2 bed | 2 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 3 months ago | $3,703 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 3 months ago | $2,963 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,688 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,088 | Studio | 1 bath |
Schools near 5 Leighton St #2-555
Kennedy-Longfellow School
158 spring st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
King Open School
850 cambridge st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
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-
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Getting around Cambridge near 5 Leighton St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 5 Leighton St, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
10/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-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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Wholesome Fresh
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