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784 Main St, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Area IV
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Property Overview
784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments is a highly rated community, earning an 8.2/10 overall with especially strong scores for amenities and location, offering convenient access to key destinations and an elevated standard of living. Competitive pricing and excellent value for money place it in the top tier of local options, while practical features like on-site laundry facilities and an extensive photo gallery help renters understand the property and what to expect from its transparent, verified listing.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Images Available
Floor plans
| 2 bedroom, 1 bath with den | 2 bed | 1 bath | 697 sqft | $3,100 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments
Building
| Controlled Access | Controlled Building Access with Intercom |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Reserved Off-Street Parking Available |
Services
| 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance | On-Site Trash and Recycling |
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
Per-applicant. Agent application fee.
$35
REQUIRED FEES
Deposit
One-time. Refund Policy: 100%. Security Deposit.
$2,170
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 18 |
|---|
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About 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments
Main Street Apartments is located at 784 / 790 / 796 Main St., Cambridge, MA and is managed by Jones Lang LaSalle, a reputable property management company with verified listings on RENTCafe. Main Street Apartments offers One to Two Bedroom apartments ranging in size from 697 to 711 sq. ft. Amenities include Recycling, Laundry Facilities, and more. For more details, contact our office at (617) 498-0911 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.
8.2
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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, 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Area IV. 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.
784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including 24 hour emergency maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments 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.
784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments 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.
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 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Area IV
2-bedroom apartments at 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Area IV.
Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Area IV
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,680 |
| 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 | $2,670 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,450 |
| July 2024 | $2,680 |
| August 2024 | $3,035 |
| September 2024 | $2,933 |
| October 2024 | $2,810 |
| November 2024 | $2,675 |
| December 2024 | $2,804 |
| January 2025 | $2,933 |
| February 2025 | $2,600 |
| March 2025 | $2,624 |
| April 2025 | $2,910 |
| May 2025 | $2,898 |
| June 2025 | $2,856 |
| July 2025 | $2,942 |
| August 2025 | $2,936 |
| September 2025 | $2,849 |
| October 2025 | $2,740 |
| November 2025 | $2,499 |
| December 2025 | $2,400 |
| January 2026 | $2,700 |
| February 2026 | $2,625 |
| March 2026 | $2,857 |
| April 2026 | $2,946 |
| May 2026 | $3,003 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 784 / 790 / 796 Main Street Apartments
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-
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Kennedy-Longfellow School
158 spring st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
King Open School
850 cambridge st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
B
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Neighborhood
Area IV | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 784 Main St
Walking
10/10
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
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 784 Main St, Cambridge
Groceries
10/10
Several grocery stores nearby
Shopping
10/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
9/10
Variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk
Restaurants
9/10
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 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
9/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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