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Highlights

  • Ample closet space
  • Laundry on-site
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Heat and hot water included
  • Professionally managed building

Location

1654 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138, United States|Neighborhood Nine
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Management

Charlesgate Property Management LLC

Leasing office

(617) 620-2299

Property Overview

The Dunvegan receives a robust Zumper expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, highlighting its strong appeal to renters. With a competitive price rating of 10 out of 10, exceptional amenities (8/10), and an excellent location rating of 9/10, it offers significant value and convenience. Additionally, its on-site laundry, hardwood floors, ample closet space, and professional management contribute to a desirable living experience, while proximity to a top-rated elementary school adds to its appeal.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

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

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqft$2,550–$2,615 /mo2 units availableApply now: https screen boompay app a VBX2t5QWnzGoFvmGwrFz Come see this spacious top floor, corner unit 1-bedroom apartment featuring a private 3-season porch, only available in select units in the building. This unit has hardwood floors throughout, ample closet space, and a small kitchen with a dishwasher. Professionally managed building, this rental includes heat and hot water and has an elevator and laundry on-site. Situated in a great location between Harvard Square and Porter Square, and steps to Harvard Law School and Lesley University, residents will enjoy easy access to bus lines and the T. Available for end of September or early October. Reach out today for a tour!

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HomeApartments in CambridgeNeighborhood Nine The Dunvegan

Apply now: https screen boompay app a VBX2t5QWnzGoFvmGwrFz Come see this spacious top floor, corner unit 1-bedroom apartment featuring a private 3-season porch, only available in select units in the building. This unit has hardwood floors throughout, ample closet space, and a small kitchen with a dishwasher. Professionally managed building, this rental includes heat and hot water and has an elevator and laundry on-site. Situated in a great location between Harvard Square and Porter Square, and steps to Harvard Law School and Lesley University, residents will enjoy easy access to bus lines and the T. Available for end of September or early October. Reach out today for a tour!


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, The Dunvegan is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Dunvegan 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 The Dunvegan
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.
The Dunvegan 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Dunvegan is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Dunvegan 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 The Dunvegan 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.
The Dunvegan 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 The Dunvegan compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Neighborhood Nine

1-bedroom apartments at The Dunvegan cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Neighborhood Nine.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Neighborhood Nine
Cambridge
A table of studio rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,578
January 2024$2,583
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$2,530
A table of studio rental data trends in Neighborhood Nine
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$2,634
January 2024$2,635
February 2024$2,500
March 2024$2,674
April 2024$2,687
May 2024$2,733
June 2024$2,750
July 2024$2,717
August 2024$2,696
September 2024$2,695
October 2024$2,683
November 2024$2,681
December 2024$2,547
January 2025$2,729
February 2025$2,759
March 2025$2,505
April 2025$2,625
May 2025$2,565
June 2025$2,691
July 2025$2,697
August 2025$2,657
September 2025$2,556
October 2025$2,429
November 2025$2,475

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $102,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,550.
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Schools near The Dunvegan

Maria L. Baldwin School

85 oxford st

cambridge, MA, 2138

PK, K-5Public
A

Graham & Parks School

44 linnaean st

cambridge, MA, 2140

PK, K-5Public
A

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

Martin Luther King Jr. School

102 putnam ave

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
A
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Neighborhood

Neighborhood Nine | Cambridge, MA

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Getting around Cambridge near 1654 Massachusetts Avenue

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1654 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
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 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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