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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Heat included
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Common bike storage
  • Huge closet
  • Large living room, large bedroom

Location

524 Putnam Ave #6, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Cambridgeport
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Management

RJ Realty Management

Leasing office

(844) 310-9632 ext. 4515

Property Overview

524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 offers excellent overall value, combining a competitive price with a strong 7.9/10 expert rating and top-tier scores for amenities and location. Renters benefit from convenient features like off-street parking, heat included, on-site laundry, common bike storage, and generous interior space with a huge closet plus large living room and bedroom. The detailed, transparent listing and standout value for money make this a compelling option to consider.

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

7.9
Very Good
524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 61 bed1 bath475 sqft$2,750 /moKing-Sized Cambridgeport 1BR | Massive Storage | Heat Included Discover true comfort in this oversized one-bedroom apartment located in the heart of charming Cambridgeport. Boasting a huge bedroom with a full wall of closet that easily accommodates a king-sized bed. Apartment Highlights: Generous Dimensions: Large living room and a large bedroom. Unbeatable Storage: A full wall of closets in the bedroom. All-Inclusive Value: Rent includes heat and hot water, providing significant monthly savings. Building Amenities: Common bike storage and on-site laundry facilities. Parking: Off-street parking available for an additional $200/month. The Financial Advantage: Directly managed with $0 Broker Fee and $0 Security Deposit. Virtual Tour: https www youtube com watch?v=J5jcfZ2K4xE

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Amenities for 524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6

Apartment Amenities

Water

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
Range/OvenRefrigerator

Building

Laundry SharedOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Applicants

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

Lease terms12+ months
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HomeApartments in CambridgeCambridgeport 524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6

King-Sized Cambridgeport 1BR | Massive Storage | Heat Included Discover true comfort in this oversized one-bedroom apartment located in the heart of charming Cambridgeport. Boasting a huge bedroom with a full wall of closet that easily accommodates a king-sized bed. Apartment Highlights: Generous Dimensions: Large living room and a large bedroom. Unbeatable Storage: A full wall of closets in the bedroom. All-Inclusive Value: Rent includes heat and hot water, providing significant monthly savings. Building Amenities: Common bike storage and on-site laundry facilities. Parking: Off-street parking available for an additional $200/month. The Financial Advantage: Directly managed with $0 Broker Fee and $0 Security Deposit. Virtual Tour: https www youtube com watch?v=J5jcfZ2K4xE


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Cambridgeport. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A 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.
524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including laundry shared. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 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 524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 351 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 47 parks within a 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 524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Cambridgeport

1-bedroom apartments at 524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6 cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridgeport.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Cambridgeport
Cambridge
A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,700
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$2,687
A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridgeport
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,256
June 2024$2,267
July 2024$1,550
August 2024$2,199
September 2024$2,278
October 2024$1,901
November 2024$2,186
December 2024$2,643
January 2025$3,009
February 2025$2,993
March 2025$3,134
April 2025$3,090
May 2025$3,362
June 2025$3,404
July 2025$3,336
August 2025$2,931
September 2025$3,104
October 2025$3,273
November 2025$3,222
December 2025$3,213
January 2026$2,838
February 2026$2,814
March 2026$2,829
April 2026$2,619
May 2026$2,847

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 524 Putnam Ave #6?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$110,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $110,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,750.
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Schools near 524 Putnam Avenue, Unit 6

Morse School

40 granite st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A-

Amigos School

15 upton st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-8Public
A

Martin Luther King Jr. School

102 putnam ave

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A

Fletcher-Maynard Academy

225 windsor st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
B

Cambridgeport School

89 elm st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Cambridgeport | Cambridge, MA

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Getting around Cambridge near 524 Putnam Ave #6

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
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 524 Putnam Ave #6, Cambridge

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-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

9/10
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

8/10
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

6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 524 Putnam Ave #6

Black Sheep Market
101 Magazine St
Trader Joe's
748 Memorial Dr
Whole Foods Market
340 River St
HSA Food Park LLC
297 Massachusetts Ave
H Mart
581 Massachusetts Ave

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