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498 Franklin St, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA|Riverside
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Amenities for 498 Franklin St, Riverside
Features
| Dryer | Forced Air |
| Gas | Hardwood Floor |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Fenced Yard | Outdoor Space |
| Storage |
Neighborhood
| Street |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
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Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 498 Franklin St
Sweet deal!
This listing is 15% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Riverside.
Property Id: 2814134 Charming 1868 Provincetown poet’s cottage in Riverside featuring exposed beams, hardwood floors, a Danish wood stove, custom kitchen with wine fridge and writing nook, two character-filled baths, and a dry full-height basement with laundry and storage. Enjoy leafy park views, a welcoming front porch with swing, two-car parking, and a prime location near Harvard, Central Square, and the Charles River. Tours: Saturdays & Sundays (3:30p-4:30p)
Address details
| Neighborhood | Riverside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02139 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Riverside
2-bedroom apartments at 498 Franklin St cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Riverside.
Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Riverside
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,750 |
| September 2024 | $3,737 |
| October 2024 | $3,643 |
| November 2024 | $3,573 |
| December 2024 | $3,520 |
| January 2025 | $3,598 |
| February 2025 | $3,661 |
| March 2025 | $3,702 |
| April 2025 | $3,739 |
| May 2025 | $3,800 |
| June 2025 | $3,760 |
| July 2025 | $3,736 |
| August 2025 | $3,795 |
| September 2025 | $3,745 |
| October 2025 | $3,666 |
| November 2025 | $3,608 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $3,615 |
| February 2026 | $3,646 |
| March 2026 | $3,819 |
| April 2026 | $3,980 |
| May 2026 | $3,952 |
| June 2026 | $3,902 |
| July 2026 | $3,836 |
| August 2026 | $3,881 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $3,850 |
| September 2024 | $3,750 |
| October 2024 | $3,425 |
| November 2024 | $3,300 |
| December 2024 | $3,343 |
| January 2025 | $3,362 |
| February 2025 | $3,587 |
| March 2025 | $3,800 |
| April 2025 | $3,843 |
| May 2025 | $3,910 |
| June 2025 | $3,875 |
| July 2025 | $3,815 |
| August 2025 | $3,796 |
| September 2025 | $3,750 |
| October 2025 | $3,600 |
| November 2025 | $3,600 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $3,600 |
| February 2026 | $3,617 |
| March 2026 | $3,773 |
| April 2026 | $3,998 |
| May 2026 | $3,994 |
| June 2026 | $3,999 |
| July 2026 | $3,768 |
| August 2026 | $3,733 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 498 Franklin St
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
Morse School
40 granite st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
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Neighborhood
Riverside | Cambridge, MA
Getting around Cambridge near 498 Franklin St
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
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 498 Franklin St, Cambridge
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of 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
9/10
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
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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