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8a Forest St
8a Forest St, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA

Apartment for rent
Cat friendly
Monthly rent
$2,450–$2,500The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.
BedsStudio–1
Baths1
Sqft–
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Situated in a community with access to top-rated schools, this property is well-positioned within the 76.42 percentile for value, ensuring good investment potential. Its pet-friendly environment is enhanced by proximity to multiple pet hospitals, supply stores, and dog parks. Additionally, the extensive collection of 50 photos provides an engaging preview for prospective renters.

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
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Units

8a Forest St Cambridge, MA

New Listing

1L

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Studio

1 Bath

$2,450

Listed on 02/26/2026
Listed by Rental Agent
Days on market: 3
2 room studio in a stellar location near Porter Square in Cambridge. Heat and hot water is included, laundry on site and has a private entrance and porch. Great location! (Reference #138916)

New Listing

2A

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,500

Listed on 02/19/2026
Listed by Douglas Caves
Days on market: 9
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New Listing

2R

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,500

Listed on 02/19/2026
Listed by Concept Properties - CZY
Days on market: 9
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Amenities for 8a Forest St

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
Unit Amenities
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • High Ceilings
  • In-Unit Laundry

Policies at 8a Forest 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

Allowed

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About 8a Forest St

HomeApartments in CambridgeAggasiz - Harvard University 8a Forest St #1L, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA

Check out this charming property located at 8a First St, Cambridge, MA 02140, in the heart of Aggasiz - Harvard University. This intimate building consists of 8 units, offering a mix of 1-bedroom and studio apartments. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including hardwood floors, on-site laundry, outdoor space, and ovens in each unit. Plus, with no fees, you can focus on making this house your home. As a bonus, the property is pet-friendly, so your furry friends are welcome too! The location is top-notch, with several highly-rated schools nearby, including three elementary schools, three middle schools, and one high school, all with A- or higher ratings. With only long-term rentals, this property is perfect for those looking for a stable and comfortable living situation.

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Address details

Units9
Units available3
Neighborhood
City
Zip code02140

8A Forest St #1L is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 9 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby

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 8a Forest 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
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 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

Studio apartments at 8A Forest St #1L cost about 4% less than the average rent price for studios in Aggasiz - Harvard University.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in Aggasiz - Harvard University.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,662
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$2,541
A table of studio rental data trends in Aggasiz - Harvard University
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,460
April 2024$2,530
May 2024$2,610
June 2024$2,623
July 2024$2,453
August 2024$2,140
September 2024$2,212
October 2024$2,184
November 2024$2,515
December 2024$2,212
January 2025$2,156
February 2025$2,150
March 2025$2,617
April 2025$2,737
May 2025$2,729
June 2025$2,669
July 2025$2,666
August 2025$2,643
September 2025$2,460
October 2025$2,071
November 2025$2,150
December 2025$2,000
January 2026$2,028
February 2026$2,390

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 8A Forest St, Cambridge, MA.
Last month$2,9001 bed1 bath
Last month$2,5001 bed1 bath
Last month$2,5001 bed1 bath
Last month$2,450Studio1 bath
10 months ago$2,600Studio1 bath
10 months ago$2,675Studio1 bath
10 months ago$2,600Studio1 bath
11 months ago$2,6251 bed1 bath
11 months ago$2,625Studio1 bath

Schools near 8A Forest St #1L

Maria L. Baldwin School

85 oxford st

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A

Graham & Parks School

44 linnaean st

cambridge, MA, 2140

PK, K-5Public
A

The Andrew Peabody School

70 rindge ave

cambridge, MA, 2140

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

Aggasiz - Harvard University | Cambridge, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Green oasis
A botanical paradise blooming with foliage.

Getting around Cambridge near 8a Forest 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

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 8a Forest St, Cambridge

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
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 5-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

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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