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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Laundry in building
  • Exposed brick
  • Professionally managed building

Location

148 Berkshire St, Cambridge, MA 02141, USA|Wellington - Harrington
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Boston Luxury Real Estate

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(844) 326-7293 ext. 8301

Property Overview

148 Berkshire Street is a competitively priced, high-value option with strong overall, amenities, and especially location ratings, offering convenient access to schools, transportation, and key local destinations. Hardwood floors, exposed brick, laundry in the building, and professional management contribute to an elevated living experience, while the detailed listing with multiple photos enhances transparency and helps renters understand what to expect.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 148 Berkshire Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 148 Berkshire Street 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
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148 Berkshire Street - 61 bed1 bath530 sqft$2,500 /moBeautiful sun-filled apartment near Kendall Square and Inman Square. This 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom city living unit in a professionally managed building features laundry in building and great details like hardwood floors, exposed brick, and a shared courtyard in the back. Heat is included in rent! https app cloudpano com tours QJQGowR4h
148 Berkshire Street - 61 bed1 bath530 sqft$2,700 /moBeautiful sun-filled apartment set in a prime location between Kendall Square, Inman Square, and Central Square, this home places you moments from world class innovation hubs, eclectic dining, independent cafés, and everyday essentials. Commuters will appreciate easy access to the Red Line, multiple MBTA bus routes, and quick connections to MIT, Harvard, and downtown Boston. This 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom city living unit in a professionally managed building features laundry in building and great details like hardwood floors, exposed brick, and a shared courtyard in the back. Heat is included in rent! https app cloudpano com tours 02R99VJxh

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HomeApartments in CambridgeWellington - Harrington 148 Berkshire Street

Beautiful sun-filled apartment set in a prime location between Kendall Square, Inman Square, and Central Square, this home places you moments from world class innovation hubs, eclectic dining, independent cafés, and everyday essentials. Commuters will appreciate easy access to the Red Line, multiple MBTA bus routes, and quick connections to MIT, Harvard, and downtown Boston. This 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom city living unit in a professionally managed building features laundry in building and great details like hardwood floors, exposed brick, and a shared courtyard in the back. Heat is included in rent! https app cloudpano com tours 02R99VJxh


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, 148 Berkshire Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 148 Berkshire Street 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 148 Berkshire Street
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.
148 Berkshire Street 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, 148 Berkshire Street 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.
148 Berkshire Street 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 148 Berkshire Street 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.
148 Berkshire Street 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 148 Berkshire Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
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Rent trends in Wellington - Harrington

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% higher than 1-bedrooms in Wellington - Harrington.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Wellington - Harrington
Cambridge
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Cambridge
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$3,011
July 2024$3,005
August 2024$2,999
September 2024$2,998
October 2024$2,926
November 2024$2,948
December 2024$2,935
January 2025$2,991
February 2025$2,967
March 2025$3,044
April 2025$3,120
May 2025$3,087
June 2025$3,074
July 2025$3,063
August 2025$3,113
September 2025$3,033
October 2025$3,027
November 2025$3,000
December 2025$2,989
January 2026$3,005
February 2026$3,051
March 2026$3,131
April 2026$3,144
May 2026$3,155
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Wellington - Harrington
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,691
July 2024$2,687
August 2024$2,710
September 2024$2,575
October 2024$2,512
November 2024$2,500
December 2024$2,475
January 2025$2,512
February 2025$2,512
March 2025$2,545
April 2025$2,674
May 2025$2,690
June 2025$2,662
July 2025$2,575
August 2025$2,468
September 2025$2,455
October 2025$2,500
November 2025$2,575
December 2025$2,537
January 2026$2,557
February 2026$2,461
March 2026$2,522
April 2026$2,543
May 2026$2,542

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 148 Berkshire Street

King Open School

850 cambridge st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
B

Kennedy-Longfellow School

158 spring st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-5Public
B

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

Amigos School

15 upton st

cambridge, MA, 2139

PK, K-8Public
A
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Neighborhood

Wellington - Harrington | Cambridge, MA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Lively and energetic
You’ll be in the heart of the action in this bustling and vibrant area with plenty of shopping, nightlife, and culture.

Getting around Cambridge near 148 Berkshire St

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
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
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 148 Berkshire St, Cambridge

Groceries

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

Shopping

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

Cafes

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

Restaurants

9/10
Exceptional 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
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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