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97 Hancock St #8, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Mid-Cambridge
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RJ Realty Management

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(844) 243-9479 ext. 6548

Property Overview

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 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
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

97 Hancock Street, Unit 81 bed1 bath500 sqft$3,000 /moBright, inviting one-bedroom in the heart of Central Square — ideal location. This top-floor apartment features hardwood floors throughout, kitchen with breakfast bar top and dishwasher, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. Heat and hot water are included in the rent, and the building has coin operated laundry and bike storage. In a beautifully maintained brick building just steps from transit, dining, and shopping.

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Lease terms12+ months
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About 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8

HomeApartments in CambridgeMid-Cambridge 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8

Bright, inviting one-bedroom in the heart of Central Square — ideal location. This top-floor apartment features hardwood floors throughout, kitchen with breakfast bar top and dishwasher, and large windows that flood the space with natural light. Heat and hot water are included in the rent, and the building has coin operated laundry and bike storage. In a beautifully maintained brick building just steps from transit, dining, and shopping.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 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 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8
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.
97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 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·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.
97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 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.
97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 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 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 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.
97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 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 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Mid-Cambridge

1-bedroom apartments at 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8 cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Mid-Cambridge.

Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
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A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
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$2,544
February 2026$2,554
March 2026$2,628
A table of studio rental data trends in Mid-Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$2,040
May 2024$2,200
June 2024$2,162
July 2024$2,356
August 2024$2,259
September 2024$2,125
October 2024$2,087
November 2024$1,961
December 2024$1,750
January 2025$2,100
February 2025$2,100
March 2025$2,237
April 2025$2,100
May 2025$2,120
June 2025$2,293
July 2025$2,385
August 2025$2,381
September 2025$2,482
October 2025$2,468
November 2025$2,482
December 2025$2,515
January 2026$2,480
February 2026$2,350
March 2026$2,450

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$120,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $120,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,000.
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Schools near 97 Hancock Street, Unit 8

Martin Luther King Jr. School

102 putnam ave

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A

Amigos School

15 upton st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-8Public
A

Cambridgeport School

89 elm st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A-

Fletcher-Maynard Academy

225 windsor 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

Mid-Cambridge | Cambridge, MA

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Getting around Cambridge near 97 Hancock St #8

Walking

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

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

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

Transit

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 97 Hancock St #8, Cambridge

Groceries

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

Shopping

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

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

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

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 97 Hancock St #8

Whole Foods Market
115 Prospect St
Louie's Superette
26 Surrey St
H Mart
581 Massachusetts Ave
Harvard Market
1627 Cambridge St
Assalam Market
215 Prospect St

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