Listed 5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Hardwood floors
- Modern kitchen
- Stainless steel appliances
- Granite countertops
- Ample closet space
- Separate living room
Location
26 Jfk St #5, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Harvard Square
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Property Overview
Hardwood floors and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops create a polished, updated feel. A separate living room and ample closet space add practical comfort and everyday convenience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- High school nearby
- Extra Storage
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Pet owners
Amenities for 26 Jfk St #5, Harvard Square
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Fireplace |
| Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Storage |
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
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 26 Jfk St #5
Ask me for the video & 3D tour Units available for July, August & September This sunny third story apartment is in the heart of Harvard Sq. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Modern kitchen with and bathroom stainless steel appliances and a breakfast nook. The bathroom has been recently renovated with new tile, a modern style shower and plenty of storage. Laundry in the building and no in the basement! Amazing location with all of the dinning, shop, cafe's night life and groceries Harvard Sq has to offer. Very close to the Red Line. There are two small parks near by, one of which is diagonally across the street! Hardwood floors Granite countertops Stainless steel appliances Breakfast nook Separate living room Ample closet space Modern kitchen Modern bathroom Laundry in the building Decorative fireplace Large bedroom Ref #26-5-138 The information in this listing may have been gathered from third-party sources, including the owner and/or public records. Listings are subject to errors and omissions. Encore Realty disclaims any and all representations or warranties as to the accuracy of this information. Encore Realty is an Equal Housing Opportunity Agency. Photos may not always be of the actual apartment. At times, sample images are used to make a general representation. By clicking on our ad, you are requesting to hire Blue Stream Real Estate dba Encore Realty and its agents unless explicitly stated otherwise. First Month's Rent: $3250 Last Month's Rent: $0 Security Deposit: $3250 Lock & Key Fee: $225 Total: $6725 Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants. Additional fees (non-mandatory): Cat Rent: $50 Dog Rent: $150 Parking Fee:$n/a Move-in costs may be negotiable for well-qualified applicants. In compliance with the new Massachusetts regulation—940 CMR 38.00 (the “Junk Fee” rule), the move-in costs charged by Encore Realty are: Brokerage Fee: $0.00
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 26 John F. Kennedy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, US compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 329 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 miles away
- Extra Storage
- In-unit features
- Fireplace
- In-unit features available
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.9 miles away
- Distance from transit
- More than 5.0 miles from public transportation
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Harvard Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02138 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Harvard Square
1-bedroom apartments at 26 Jfk St #5 cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Harvard Square
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,953 |
| 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 |
| June 2026 | $3,100 |
| July 2026 | $3,075 |
| August 2026 | $3,118 |
| September 2026 | $3,155 |
| October 2026 | $3,222 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $3,363 |
| December 2024 | $3,358 |
| January 2025 | $3,495 |
| February 2025 | $3,447 |
| March 2025 | $3,657 |
| April 2025 | $3,669 |
| May 2025 | $3,620 |
| June 2025 | $3,600 |
| July 2025 | $3,600 |
| August 2025 | $3,457 |
| September 2025 | $3,310 |
| October 2025 | $3,396 |
| November 2025 | $3,375 |
| December 2025 | $3,384 |
| January 2026 | $3,400 |
| February 2026 | $3,368 |
| March 2026 | $3,392 |
| April 2026 | $3,400 |
| May 2026 | $3,389 |
| June 2026 | $3,372 |
| July 2026 | $3,259 |
| August 2026 | $3,391 |
| September 2026 | $3,306 |
| October 2026 | $3,227 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 26 Jfk St #5?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$130,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $130,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $3,250.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 months ago | $3,250 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 4 months ago | $3,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 months ago | $3,250 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 5 months ago | $3,250 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 7 months ago | $2,500 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 7 months ago | $2,600 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 7 months ago | $3,650 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 8 months ago | $3,300 | 1 bed | 1 bath | |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 8 months ago | $3,400 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 26 Jfk St #5
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
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
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
Cambridgeport School
89 elm st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A-
Neighborhood
Harvard Square | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 26 Jfk St #5
Walking
10/10
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
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 26 Jfk St #5, Cambridge
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
10/10
Exceptional 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 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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