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Highlights

  • Zero Deposit
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Laundry available on site
  • Heat, hot water, and gas included

Location

2 Orchard St, Cambridge, MA 02140, USA|Porter Square
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Management

Anxin Management LLC

Leasing office

(978) 310-0008

Property Overview

2-8 Orchard offers strong overall quality with an expert rating of 8.3/10, highlighted by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location. Residents benefit from hardwood floors throughout, on-site laundry, and included heat, hot water, and gas, all at a competitively priced rate. Its proximity to a top-rated elementary school and the listing’s clear, detailed information further enhance its appeal and trustworthiness.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 2-8 Orchard is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2-8 Orchard 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

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath$2,600 /mo1 unit availableFor showing requests: Please text (do not call) 978-310-0008 or email at ****. Available starting 09/01/2026. NO DEPOSIT! Charming one-bedroom, top-floor apartment featuring hardwood floors throughout and a full bathroom. Heat, hot water, and gas are included in the rent. Tenants are responsible for all other utilities, as well as trash and snow removal in private areas. Situated in a well-maintained multi-family home near Porter Square. Laundry is available in the basement.

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Sewer
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HomeApartments in CambridgePorter Square 2-8 Orchard

For showing requests: Please text (do not call) 978-310-0008 or email at ****. Available starting 09/01/2026. NO DEPOSIT! Charming one-bedroom, top-floor apartment featuring hardwood floors throughout and a full bathroom. Heat, hot water, and gas are included in the rent. Tenants are responsible for all other utilities, as well as trash and snow removal in private areas. Situated in a well-maintained multi-family home near Porter Square. Laundry is available in the basement.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 2-8 Orchard is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 2-8 Orchard 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 2-8 Orchard
Price·9A 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.
2-8 Orchard stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
2-8 Orchard goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including gas. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 2-8 Orchard 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.
2-8 Orchard 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 2-8 Orchard 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.

2-8 Orchard is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 224 restaurants within 1 mile of this 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 2-8 Orchard compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Porter Square

studio apartments at 2-8 Orchard cost about 7% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Porter Square.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Porter Square
Cambridge
A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,544
February 2026$2,554
March 2026$2,633
April 2026$2,654
A table of studio rental data trends in Porter Square
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,700
June 2024$2,625
July 2024$2,550
August 2024$2,540
September 2024$2,575
October 2024$2,668
November 2024$2,690
December 2024$2,650
January 2025$2,700
February 2025$2,700
March 2025$2,461
April 2025$2,436
May 2025$2,450
June 2025$2,400
July 2025$2,440
August 2025$3,016
November 2025$2,795
December 2025$2,795
January 2026$2,697
February 2026$2,567
March 2026$2,724
April 2026$2,800

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Schools near 2-8 Orchard

The Andrew Peabody School

70 rindge ave

cambridge, MA, 2140

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

John M. Tobin Montessori School

197 vassal ln

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A

Martin Luther King Jr. School

102 putnam ave

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A
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Getting around Cambridge near 2 Orchard St

Walking

8/10
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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 2 Orchard St, Cambridge

Groceries

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

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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Star Market
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Thistle & Shamrock
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H Mart
240 Elm St
Stop & Shop Supermarket
240 Elm St
Pemberton Farms Marketplace
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