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- Plush carpets
- Spacious bathroom
- Large bedroom
Location
988 Memorial Dr #282, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Harvard Square
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Less expensive- Elevator
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Social life
Amenities for 988 Memorial Dr #282, Harvard Square
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Furnished |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
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Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
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About 988 Memorial Dr #282
Are you looking for a furnished rental? Here is a FULLY FURNISHED rental in an iconic Harvard Square building. This 1 bedroom 1 bathroom is beautifully decorated! It features a handmade tile back splash in the kitchen, plush carpets throughout, a spacious bathroom and a large bedroom with a double closest. All utilities including cable are included (minus the electric which is also used for the heat) and once a month cleaning included. Common laundry is on the first floor of this professionally maintained building. Upfront costs are first, last and a full security. Available 8/1/2026! Move-In Costs Fees: Last Month Rent: $3,150 First Month Rent: $3,150 Security Deposit: $3,150 Disclaimer: Advertised listings are shared publicly for informational purposes only, and the ad does NOT create, imply, or validate any contractual relationship for brokerage services or fee obligation between the landlord and brokerage. Prospective renters may choose to engage the brokerage for tenant repres
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
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- Elevator
- Improved accessibility features
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Harvard Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02138 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Harvard Square
1-bedroom apartments at 988 Memorial Dr #282 cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Harvard Square
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $3,000 |
| 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 | $3,155 |
| June 2026 | $3,100 |
| July 2026 | $3,075 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $3,400 |
| 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 | $3,389 |
| June 2026 | $3,372 |
| July 2026 | $3,281 |
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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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| This month | $3,150 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $2,300 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| Last month | $1,430 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,200 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,075 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,900 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,900 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,900 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 988 Memorial Dr #282
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
Getting around Cambridge near 988 Memorial Dr #282
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
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 #282, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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