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Highlights

  • In-unit laundry
  • Snow removal
  • Some new flooring

Location

248 Elm St, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Inman Square
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Management

Anxin Management LLC

Leasing office

(978) 310-0008

Property Overview

248-254 Elm Street receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.4, showcasing its appeal as a rental choice with excellent amenities, a prime location, and competitive pricing. Notable features include in-unit laundry and a private entrance, contributing to a high quality of living. While there are grocery and public transport options within a short distance, the property's overall transparency and trustworthiness enhance its attractiveness to potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 248-254 Elm Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 248-254 Elm Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$3,750 /mo1 unit availableFor showing requests: Please text (do not call) 978-310-0008 or email at ****. In-unit laundry and rentable parking available! Snow and trash removal are covered by the landlord. Newly painted in 2021 with some new flooring, this 2B1B unit is located in the epicenter of Cambridge—nestled between Central Square, Inman Square, Union Square, and East Cambridge. Rentable parking is available at the back of the building for $100/month. Unlimited laundry in the building is available for $30 per unit/month (mandatory).

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One-time. Refundable.

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HomeApartments in CambridgeInman Square 248-254 Elm Street

For showing requests: Please text (do not call) 978-310-0008 or email at ****. In-unit laundry and rentable parking available! Snow and trash removal are covered by the landlord. Newly painted in 2021 with some new flooring, this 2B1B unit is located in the epicenter of Cambridge—nestled between Central Square, Inman Square, Union Square, and East Cambridge. Rentable parking is available at the back of the building for $100/month. Unlimited laundry in the building is available for $30 per unit/month (mandatory).


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 248-254 Elm Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 248-254 Elm Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 248-254 Elm Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
248-254 Elm Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 248-254 Elm Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
248-254 Elm Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 248-254 Elm Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

248-254 Elm Street is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 3 office supply stores within 1 mile
  • 11 internet service provider options nearby
  • 2 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

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 248-254 Elm Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.2 mile away

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Rent trends in Inman Square

2-bedroom apartments at 248-254 Elm Street cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Inman Square.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Inman Square
Cambridge
A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,554
March 2026$2,633
April 2026$2,650
May 2026$2,676
A table of studio rental data trends in Inman Square
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,100
July 2024$2,100
September 2024$2,325
October 2024$2,937
November 2024$2,900
December 2024$2,500
January 2025$2,500
February 2025$2,500
April 2025$2,137
May 2025$2,100
August 2025$2,100

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$150,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $150,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,750.
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Schools near 248-254 Elm Street

King Open School

850 cambridge st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
B

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

Kennedy-Longfellow School

158 spring st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
B

Amigos School

15 upton st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-8Public
A
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Neighborhood

Inman Square | Cambridge, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Cambridge near 248 Elm St

Walking

10/10
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

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 248 Elm St, Cambridge

Groceries

10/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk

Shopping

9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

8/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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