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56 Hancock Street56 Hancock Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US
Apartment for rent
| Monthly rent | $3,550The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply. |
|---|---|
| Beds | 1–2 |
| Baths | 1 |
| Sqft | 999 |
5+ Days Ago
2 Bed 1 bath unit
Address details
| Units | 19 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02139 |
Property Overview
Located in a pet-friendly neighborhood, this property features an eat-in kitchen and hardwood floors throughout, providing a cozy living space. Proximity to top-rated schools enhances its appeal, while the availability of outdoor spaces and local amenities, such as dog parks and pet supply stores, further enrich the experience for residents. With 41 photos available, potential renters can easily assess the property’s attributes and neighborhood dynamics.
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- More space
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Units
56 Hancock Street, Cambridge, MA
56 Hancock Street Cambridge, MA
Available
3CP
1 Bed
1 Bath
$3,550
Available
9
2 Beds
1 Bath
$3,550
Hardwood Floor
Amenities for 56 Hancock Street
Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.
Building
- Dogs Ok
- Cats Ok
- On-Site Laundry
- On-Site Management
- Storage
Unit Amenities
- Hardwood Floor
- Dishwasher
- Deck
- Cable
- Furnished
- On-Site Laundry
- Microwave
- Air Conditioning
- In-Unit Laundry
- High Ceilings
- Balcony
- Fireplace
- Ceiling Fan
- Outdoor Space
Policies at 56 Hancock Street
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 56 Hancock Street
Interested in leasing 56 Hancock Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US? Currently, 56 Hancock Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US is available to rent or lease. It is a 2-bedroom apartment with 1 bathroom. Below, you can compare the rent price at 56 Hancock Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US vs overall rent prices in Riverside, MA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 56 Hancock Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US.
Address details
| Units | 19 |
|---|---|
| Units available | 2 |
| Neighborhood | |
| City | |
| Zip code | 02139 |
56 Hancock St #9 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 56 Hancock Street, Cambridge, MA 02139, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 94 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
- 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
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 18% higher than 1-bedrooms in Riverside.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 56 Hancock St #9 to be 1% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Riverside.
Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,633 |
| March 2024 | $2,670 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,419 |
| March 2024 | $2,442 |
| 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 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 56 Hancock Street?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$142,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $142,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,550.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $3,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $3,550 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 months ago | $3,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $3,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $3,550 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $3,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 months ago | $3,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 months ago | $3,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 56 Hancock St #9
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
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
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood
Riverside | 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 56 Hancock Street
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 56 Hancock Street, 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
8/10
Several 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 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 56 Hancock Street
Whole Foods Market
115 Prospect St
Louie's Superette
26 Surrey St
H Mart
581 Massachusetts Ave
Assalam Market
215 Prospect St
Broadway Marketplace
468 Broadway
Bodhi Leaf
1105 Massachusetts Ave
Expressions
576 Massachusetts Ave
Target
564 Massachusetts Ave
Follow the Honey
1132 Massachusetts Ave
Hilton's Tent City
565 Massachusetts Ave
1369 Coffee House
757 Massachusetts Ave
Dunkin'
1001 Massachusetts Ave
Bom Dough Cafe-Inman Square
Inman Square
Andala Coffee House
286 Franklin St
Dunkin'
655 Massachusetts Ave
Blue Moon
896 Massachusetts Ave
JCSK Inc
991 Massachusetts Ave
730 Tavern, Kitchen & Patio
730 Massachusetts Ave
Brick & Mortar
567 Massachusetts Ave
Little Donkey
505 Massachusetts Ave
Paris Baguette
581 Massachusetts Ave
Tatte Bakery & Cafe
1288 Massachusetts Ave
Mike's Pastry
11 Dunster St
Le Macaron French Pastries
1374 Massachusetts Ave
Sweet Cupcakes
0 Brattle St
Cooper Plgd
Franklin St Park
Cronin Park
McElroy Park
Wilder Lee St Playground
Mass Ave Diner
906 Massachusetts Ave
The Plough and Stars
912 Massachusetts Ave
Pammy's
928 Massachusetts Ave
Dumpling House
950 Massachusetts Ave
Dado Tea
955 Massachusetts Ave
Massachusetts Ave opp Lee St
Harvard Square - Nubian Station
Massachusetts Ave @ Hancock St
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