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8 Allen St, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA|Porter Square
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Property Overview
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
High school nearby- Less expensive
- Covered parking
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 8 Allen St, Porter Square
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Heat Pump |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Garage Attached |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Garage Parking |
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 8 Allen St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 57% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Porter Square.
Welcome to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment, perfectly situated on a quiet side street in the heart of Porter Square. The unit features large windows that provide excellent natural light throughout. Enjoy unbeatable convenience with the Red Line, commuter rail, Porter Square Shopping Center, and a wide selection of local restaurants and shops just steps away. One off-street parking space is included, making this an ideal place to call home.
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 8 Beech St, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 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
- Outdoor space
- One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Porter Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02140 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Porter Square
1-bedroom apartments at 8 Allen St cost about 57% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Porter Square
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,992 |
| March 2024 | $2,979 |
| April 2024 | $2,974 |
| May 2024 | $3,008 |
| June 2024 | $3,015 |
| July 2024 | $3,005 |
| August 2024 | $2,999 |
| September 2024 | $2,998 |
| October 2024 | $2,926 |
| November 2024 | $2,948 |
| December 2024 | $2,935 |
| January 2025 | $2,991 |
| February 2025 | $2,967 |
| March 2025 | $3,044 |
| April 2025 | $3,120 |
| May 2025 | $3,087 |
| June 2025 | $3,074 |
| July 2025 | $3,063 |
| August 2025 | $3,113 |
| September 2025 | $3,033 |
| October 2025 | $3,027 |
| November 2025 | $3,000 |
| December 2025 | $2,989 |
| January 2026 | $3,003 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $2,762 |
| March 2024 | $2,700 |
| April 2024 | $2,693 |
| May 2024 | $2,700 |
| June 2024 | $2,880 |
| July 2024 | $3,075 |
| August 2024 | $2,575 |
| September 2024 | $2,487 |
| October 2024 | $2,475 |
| November 2024 | $2,440 |
| December 2024 | $2,400 |
| January 2025 | $2,412 |
| February 2025 | $2,575 |
| March 2025 | $2,767 |
| April 2025 | $3,092 |
| May 2025 | $2,894 |
| June 2025 | $2,792 |
| July 2025 | $2,973 |
| August 2025 | $2,642 |
| September 2025 | $2,375 |
| October 2025 | $2,325 |
| November 2025 | $2,365 |
| December 2025 | $2,212 |
| January 2026 | $2,616 |
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Can I afford to live at 8 Allen St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months ago | $3,600 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,900 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,900 | 3 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,700 | 3 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 8 Allen St
The Andrew Peabody School
70 rindge ave
cambridge, MA, 2140
PK, K-5Public
A
Graham & Parks School
44 linnaean st
cambridge, MA, 2140
PK, K-5Public
A
Maria L. Baldwin School
85 oxford st
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
John M. Tobin Montessori School
197 vassal ln
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood
Porter Square | Cambridge, MA
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Getting around Cambridge near 8 Allen St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 8 Allen St, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
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
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
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
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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