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Pet Friendly
- Prime location
- Laundry in building
- Professionally managed building
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20 Jfk St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Harvard Square
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| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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About 20 Jfk St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 12% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Harvard Square.
$3,550/mo – 1 Bed, 1 Bath – | Cats Negotiable | Prime Location Move into this bright and spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment available in time to enjoy the summer! Located in a professionally managed building with laundry on-site, this unit offers both comfort and convenience in one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods. Key Features: Rent: $3,000/month Laundry in building Cats negotiable ($50–$150/month, based on pet details) No dogs allowed This unit is perfect for professionals or graduate students seeking quick access to transit, shopping, restaurants, and everything the city has to offer. There is a 1-month broker fee, 1st, last, and security, so expect $12k to move in.
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 20 Jfk St cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Harvard Square.
Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Harvard Square
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $3,000 |
| May 2024 | $3,008 |
| June 2024 | $3,015 |
| 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 | $3,140 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $3,500 |
| May 2024 | $3,483 |
| June 2024 | $3,470 |
| July 2024 | $3,448 |
| August 2024 | $3,395 |
| September 2024 | $3,288 |
| October 2024 | $3,173 |
| November 2024 | $3,318 |
| 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 | $3,410 |
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Schools near 20 Jfk St
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
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Maria L. Baldwin School
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Graham & Parks School
44 linnaean st
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Neighborhood
Harvard Square | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 20 Jfk St
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 20 Jfk St, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
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
9/10
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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