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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balcony
  • Central air conditioning
  • Walk-in closet
  • Extra storage
  • In-unit washer and dryer
  • Open living and dining room

Location

975 Memorial Dr #403, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Harvard Square
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Management

Richard Granucci LLC dba RG Homes

Leasing office

(347) 877-9445

Property Overview

975 Memorial Dr stands out for its strong overall rating, excellent value, and top-tier amenities, along with a highly convenient location and a transparent, well-documented listing. It also offers practical features like a private balcony, central air conditioning, in-unit laundry, walk-in closet, extra storage, and an open living and dining room, while nearby transit, walkable areas, public spaces, and pet services add to its appeal.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 975 Memorial Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 975 Memorial Dr 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

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

Cambridge, MA - Apartment - $2,800.00 Available August 20261 bed1 bath1,105 sqft$2,800 /mo1 unit availableTruly exceptional fully renovated luxury one-bedroom at the Residences at Charles Square. Very inviting open living and dining room overlooking JFK Park and the Charles River. Enjoy direct access to a private balcony. Spacious kitchen with ample cabinets and bar counter seating area open to dining room. Generous primary bedroom suite with walk-in closet and spa-like full bathroom. Additional highlights of this home include entry hall and second bathroom; central air conditioning; in-unit washer and dryer, extra storage; garage parking; a welcoming common terrace. Enjoy 24-hour concierge service and easy access to the Charles Hotel, Harvard Square and Harvard University. City living at its best.

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Amenities for 975 Memorial Dr

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
ViewWalk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned ParkingGarage Parking
StorageSwimming Pool

Services

Concierge Service
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built1986
Units1
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About 975 Memorial Dr

HomeApartments in CambridgeHarvard Square 975 Memorial Dr

Truly exceptional fully renovated luxury one-bedroom at the Residences at Charles Square. Very inviting open living and dining room overlooking JFK Park and the Charles River. Enjoy direct access to a private balcony. Spacious kitchen with ample cabinets and bar counter seating area open to dining room. Generous primary bedroom suite with walk-in closet and spa-like full bathroom. Additional highlights of this home include entry hall and second bathroom; central air conditioning; in-unit washer and dryer, extra storage; garage parking; a welcoming common terrace. Enjoy 24-hour concierge service and easy access to the Charles Hotel, Harvard Square and Harvard University. City living at its best.


Year Built: 1986

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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 975 Memorial Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 975 Memorial Dr 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 975 Memorial Dr
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.
975 Memorial Dr 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·10A 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.
975 Memorial Dr stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
975 Memorial Dr 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 975 Memorial Dr 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.
975 Memorial Dr 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.

975 Memorial Dr is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 975 Memorial Dr compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 337 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Harvard Square

1-bedroom apartments at 975 Memorial Dr cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Harvard Square.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Harvard Square
Cambridge
A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,667
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$2,664
June 2026$2,600
July 2026$2,636
August 2026$2,701
A table of studio rental data trends in Harvard Square
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,519
September 2024$2,325
October 2024$2,462
November 2024$2,455
December 2024$2,425
March 2025$2,200
April 2025$2,187
May 2025$2,200
June 2025$2,300
July 2025$2,285
August 2025$2,555
September 2025$2,575
February 2026$2,575
March 2026$2,575
April 2026$2,762
May 2026$2,925
June 2026$2,438
July 2026$2,540

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$112,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $112,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,800.
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Schools near 975 Memorial Dr

Martin Luther King Jr. School

102 putnam ave

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A

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

Amigos School

15 upton st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-8Public
A

ABCD Allston - Brighton Head Start

478 western ave

brighton, MA, 2135

PKPublic
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Getting around Cambridge near 975 Memorial Dr #403

Walking

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

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 975 Memorial Dr #403, Cambridge

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

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

Cafes

7/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

9/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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