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991 Massachusetts Ave #12, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Mid-Cambridge
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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
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
- Elementary school nearby
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Social life
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Amenities for 991 Massachusetts Ave #12, Mid-Cambridge
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
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Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 991 Massachusetts Ave #12
Sweet deal!
This listing is 20% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Mid-Cambridge.
One bedroom with study and enclosed porch with many windows and lots of sunshine. Ideal location between Harvard and Central Square. Hardwood floors, large kitchen with granite counter tops, lots of character. Hot water is included. Cats and dogs are negotiable. (Reference #176880)
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 991 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.2 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
Considerations
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Mid-Cambridge |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02138 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Mid-Cambridge
1-bedroom apartments at 991 Massachusetts Ave #12 cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Mid-Cambridge
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,987 |
| December 2023 | $2,966 |
| January 2024 | $3,000 |
| 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 | $3,033 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,600 |
| December 2023 | $2,630 |
| January 2024 | $2,675 |
| February 2024 | $2,800 |
| March 2024 | $2,800 |
| April 2024 | $2,825 |
| May 2024 | $2,800 |
| June 2024 | $2,780 |
| July 2024 | $2,772 |
| August 2024 | $2,656 |
| September 2024 | $2,575 |
| October 2024 | $2,500 |
| November 2024 | $2,601 |
| December 2024 | $2,677 |
| January 2025 | $2,700 |
| February 2025 | $2,731 |
| March 2025 | $2,747 |
| April 2025 | $2,757 |
| May 2025 | $2,800 |
| June 2025 | $2,783 |
| July 2025 | $2,799 |
| August 2025 | $2,799 |
| September 2025 | $2,810 |
| October 2025 | $2,880 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $2,300 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,350 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $2,200 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $2,100 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 991 Massachusetts Ave #12
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
Maria L. Baldwin School
85 oxford st
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood
Mid-Cambridge | Cambridge, MA
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Getting around Cambridge near 991 Massachusetts Ave #12
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 991 Massachusetts Ave #12, Cambridge
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of 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 5-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
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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