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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

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9:30 am–4:30 pm ET

Property Overview

Forest Court earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8 out of 10, with standout scores for price, amenities, and location. It features hardwood floors, eat-in kitchens, additional storage, built-in grills, a picnic area, and spacious upgraded apartments, along with nearby schools, abundant photos, and pet-friendly conveniences such as outdoor spaces and nearby pet 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

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Car charging

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

One Bedroom One Bathroom1 bed1 bath535+ sqft$3,150–$3,400 /mo3 units available
Two Bedroom One Bath2 bed1 bath870 sqft$3,700–$4,050 /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
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. 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

Cat Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$50

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About Forest Court

HomeApartments in CambridgeNorth Cambridge Forest Court

Located on a quiet tree-lined street of Porter Square this property offers convenient access to Harvard University, The Red Line, shopping, and a vibrant nightlife. These pre-war buildings feature spacious upgraded apartments with hardwood floors, high ceilings, and eat-in kitchens. The common areas include two courtyards, a picnic area with built-in grills, coin laundry and additional storage in building, parking is also available. The property is managed by Akelius Real Estate Management LLC, a reputable property management company with verified listings on RentCafe. For more details, contact our leasing team at (833) 751-4128 or use the online contact form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.


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
  • 7 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 10 pet supply stores near the property

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

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.8 miles away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Car charging
Dedicated charging spot
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Extra storage
In-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
In-house dry cleaning
Laundry services available
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in North Cambridge

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% lower 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 Oct 10 2026.
North Cambridge
Cambridge
A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$2,637
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$2,712
September 2026$2,773
October 2026$2,744
A table of studio rental data trends in North Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$2,200
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$2,294
February 2026$2,283
March 2026$2,504
April 2026$2,350
May 2026$2,400
June 2026$2,400
July 2026$2,589
August 2026$2,626
September 2026$2,375
October 2026$2,294

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Rent-to-income ratio

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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
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

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

Restaurants

9/10
Wide 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
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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