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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Hardwood floors
  • Picnic area
  • Eat-in kitchens
  • Additional storage
  • Built-in grills
  • Spacious upgraded apartments

Location

Cambridge, MA 02140, USA|North Cambridge
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Management

Akelius Real Estate Management LLC

Leasing office

(844) 338-5721 ext. 9582

Open 

9:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Forest Court has received an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8, reflecting its strong value and amenity offerings. With a perfect price rating and amenities rating, it provides excellent value for competitive pricing, while the location rating of 9 underscores its convenience to schools and popular destinations. Additionally, the property features hardwood floors, spacious upgraded apartments, and outdoor picnic areas, enhancing its appeal as a pet-friendly community with ample nearby services.

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, Forest Court is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Court 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

One Bedroom One Bathroom1 bed1 bath535 sqft$3,100–$3,300 /mo4 units available
Two Bedroom One Bath2 bed1 bath790+ sqft$3,350–$3,700 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Forest Court

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningHardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherEfficient Appliances
Garbage DisposalGas Range
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RefrigeratorWasher and Dryer

Tech

Cable ReadyHigh-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
EV ChargingOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Barbecue/Picnic AreaBike Racks
CourtyardGate
Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Storage

Services

On-Site MaintenanceRecycling

Neighborhood

Transportation
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

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. 2 cats max, restrictions apply. No dogs allowed. | Restrictions: None.

$50

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About Forest Court

HomeApartments in CambridgeNorth Cambridge Forest Court

Forest Court cost $2,875–$4,000 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: outdoor space and storage. Located at Cambridge, MA 02140, USA, Forest Court has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Cambridge, renting an apartment at Forest Court is 11% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Cambridge include but are not limited to: 40 William St, 250 1st Ave, 30 Caldwell St, 34 Brainard Ave


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, Forest Court is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Court 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 Forest Court
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.
Forest Court 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.
Forest Court 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—cats 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.
Forest Court 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 Forest Court 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.

Forest Court is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 13 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 dog parks 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 Forest Court compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in North Cambridge

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% higher than 1-bedrooms in North Cambridge.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Forest Court to be 11% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in North Cambridge.

Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
North Cambridge
Cambridge
A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,633
March 2024$2,670
April 2024$2,647
May 2024$2,680
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$2,554
A table of studio rental data trends in North Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$2,429
March 2024$2,456
April 2024$2,406
May 2024$2,400
June 2024$2,432
July 2024$2,400
August 2024$2,458
September 2024$2,606
October 2024$2,275
November 2024$2,100
December 2024$2,175
January 2025$2,200
February 2025$2,200
March 2025$2,330
April 2025$2,400
May 2025$2,390
June 2025$2,400
July 2025$2,400
August 2025$2,400
September 2025$2,375
October 2025$2,321
November 2025$2,343
December 2025$2,282
January 2026$2,300

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $115,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,875.
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Schools near Forest Court

The Andrew Peabody School

70 rindge ave

cambridge, MA, 2140

PK, K-5Public
A

John M. Tobin Montessori School

197 vassal ln

cambridge, MA, 2138

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

Haggerty School

110 cushing st

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Getting around MA 02140 near Cambridge

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for Cambridge, MA 02140

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
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

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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