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988 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Harvard Square

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Tim Jones

Village Properties

(906) 210-3815

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

  • Elevator

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Amenities for 988 Memorial Dr, Harvard Square

Features

Air ConditioningForced Air
Hardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Community

CarportCats OK
Dogs OKElevator
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

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 988 Memorial Dr

HomeApartments in CambridgeHarvard Square 988 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
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This listing is 58% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Harvard Square.

This one-bedroom is excellent canvas - a sun-filled, freshly painted space w/ refinished hardwoods - the efficient unit offers an combined living/dining/kitchen along with a good-sized bedroom w/ TWO generous closets. Upgrade the kitchen and bath for immediate upside. Pet-friendly, laundry in a professionally managed, elevator building with on-site superintendent. Located steps to Harvard Square, Harvard University, the Charles River, Mount Auburn Hospital, Red Line T, and many shops, cafs, & restaurants.


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 988 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elevator
Improved accessibility features

Address details

NeighborhoodHarvard Square
Zip code02138
TypeCondo for rent

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Rent trends in Harvard Square

1-bedroom apartments at 988 Memorial Dr cost about 58% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Harvard Square
Cambridge
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
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$3,005
February 2026$3,051
March 2026$3,131
April 2026$3,144
May 2026$3,156
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Harvard Square
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$3,475
July 2024$3,448
August 2024$3,395
September 2024$3,288
October 2024$3,173
November 2024$3,318
December 2024$3,358
January 2025$3,495
February 2025$3,447
March 2025$3,657
April 2025$3,669
May 2025$3,620
June 2025$3,600
July 2025$3,600
August 2025$3,457
September 2025$3,310
October 2025$3,396
November 2025$3,375
December 2025$3,384
January 2026$3,400
February 2026$3,368
March 2026$3,392
April 2026$3,400
May 2026$3,386

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 988 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA.
1 year ago$2,200Studio1 bath
1 year ago$2,200Studio1 bath
1 year ago$2,2001 bed1 bath
3 years ago$2,075Studio1 bath
3 years ago$1,9001 bed1 bath
3 years ago$1,9001 bed1 bath
4 years ago$1,9001 bed1 bath
4 years ago$2,3501 bed1 bath
4 years ago$2,3501 bed1 bath

Schools near 988 Memorial Dr

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

Martin Luther King Jr. School

102 putnam ave

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A

John M. Tobin Montessori School

197 vassal ln

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A

Amigos School

15 upton st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-8Public
A
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Neighborhood

Harvard Square | Cambridge, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Green oasis
A botanical paradise blooming with foliage.

Getting around Cambridge near 988 Memorial Dr

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

9/10
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 988 Memorial Dr, Cambridge

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

6/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

6/10
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

Other units at this address

988 Memorial Dr Cambridge, MA

Occupied

286

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1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,895

Listed by Richard Murphy
Days on market: 1869
Spacious, 3rd floor 1 bedroom apartment right on Memorial Drive! Head out the front door right onto the Charles River pathway. Just minutes from Harvard Square. New hardwood floors. Galley-style kitchenette, open concept living room and kitchen area. Heat and hot water included. The high ceilings give this unit a "larger-than-is" feeling. Spacious bedroom with double closets. Come and see yourself! *Square footage is approximate. Youtube video walk-through tour available, just ask for the link!

Occupied

G82

Our team has verified this company

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,900

Listed by Rental Agent
Days on market: 1724
1 bedroom in high end pre-war condo building right in Harvard Sq on the river. Is ground level but has huge windows and feels like first floor. Great deal in awesome building. Walk out front door to river. (Reference #133613)

Occupied

G-80

Studio

1 Bath

$1,900

Listed by Linda Cohen Cohen
Days on market: 2508
Sparkling 2 room studio right in vibrant Harvard Square. Galley kitchen with dishwasher. Berber carpeting throughout. Views of Memorial Drive from the courtyard. Coin-op laundry in the building. Hot water only. NOTE: First floor. One person only. Shower only, no tub.

Occupied

38

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,900

Listed by Tanis Odonnell
Days on market: 1269
Property Id: 1058187 Rare!! In Harvard Square with RIVERVIEWS!!! Spacious one bedroom condo at Barrington Court, a handsome brick elevator building, built in the 1920s. Lovely one bedroom condo with views of the Charles River from the open plan living/dining room and breakfast area. Unusually large bedroom, recently redone kitchen. Oak floors. The hardwood floors carry you throughout the unit and the bathroom has been recently updated.

Occupied

486

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,150

Listed by Todd Mikelonis
Days on market: 1903
Great 1 bedroom in Barrington Court on the Charles River. One bed one bath with updated kitchen, granite counter tops, and custom cabinets and storage. Just a few minutes walk to Harvard Square, great restaurants, lots of shopping. Laundry in building.

Occupied

G80

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,200

Listed by Brian Colarusso
Days on market: 784
-Available 6/3!!! -Sparkling first floor, 2 room studio right in Harvard Square. -Galley kitchen with dishwasher. Berber carpeting. -Coin-op laundry in the basement. -Hot water only included in the rent. Shower only, no tub **Broker Fee**

Occupied

282

1 Bed

1 Bath

$2,350

Listed by Angela Guo
Days on market: 1839
988 Memorial Drive Apt #282, Cambridge, MA 02138 - 1 BR 1 BA Apartment. Listing uploaded and marketed by Angela Guo, Red Tree Real Estate, (617) 221-4252. Available from: 05/14/2021. No pets allowed. [UNIT] FULLY FURNISHED! This lovely Barrington Court condo is centrally located along the Charles River. With a Walk Score® of 91 and Bike Score® of 97, 988 Memorial Drive is just a stones throw away from historic Harvard Square and Harvard University, with easy subway access to Boston and beyond. This fully furnished condo includes linens, towels, a fully equipped eat-in kitchen, desk, and queen size bed - images show the quality and style of the furnishings. It is move-in ready with just your luggage in tow! There is common laundry on the first level and parking is available for $350 extra per month. [ Published 27-May-21 / ID 3804268 ] Listing Syndication via Reallyo. com

Occupied

681

1 Bed

1 Bath

$3,800

Listed by Jamie Phillips
Days on market: 2113
This beautiful 1 bed, 1 bath top floor apartment is located in the desirable Harvard Square Condominium building right along Memorial Drive in Harvard Square. The unit boasts tall ceilings, a renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, and lots of natural light. If that is not enough, the apartment has a private deck, running the length of the apartment with views of the Charles River. One off-street parking space included! Excellent location for the Harvard Business School, the Kennedy School, and offers easy access to all of the shops, restaurants, and public transportation in Harvard Square!

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