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17 Forest St #2

Cambridge, MA 02140 - Middlesex County

Apartment

1 beds

1 baths

535 sqft

About 17 Forest St #2

Experience one of the area's most vibrant and walkable neighborhoods at 17 Forest St, just steps away from the Porter Square T stop. Nestled in the Camberville area of Cambridge, right on the Somerville line, this apartment is smack in the middle of some of the best dining and shopping in Cambridge, with Porter and Harvard Square both just a short walk away. Very easy access to Lesley University and Harvard. In this renovated building you'll find hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, dishwasher and garbage disposal. New tile flooring in bathroom and very modern kitchen. Cats are welcome: $50 pet rent per cat. Contact us for a tour. Cats Allowed, Laundry in Building, Oven/ Range, Refrigerator, A/ C, Laundry on Site, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal & Hardwood.

RentalSource last checked: July 19, 2025 at 2:43 PM ET

Last updated: July 18, 2025 at 3:17 PM ET

Listed by: ApartmentAdvisor, (617) 207-8122

Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$3,250
Bedrooms:	1 beds
Bathrooms:	1 baths

Size:	535 sqft
Pet Friendly:	Yes
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	81831056

Property Amenities

• Garbage Disposal

• Dishwasher

• Hardwood Floors

• Pet Friendly

• Refrigerator

Community Features

• Laundry Facilities

Additional Details

Apartment for rent in Cambridge for $3,250 with 1 bed, 1 bath, 535 sqft, pet friendly and located at 17 Forest St #2 in Cambridge, MA 02140. The rental price of $3,250 is 2.4% ($76) higher than the average rent of $3,174 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA and 23.1% ($609) higher than the average rent of $2,641 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Middlesex County. This apartment is in the Cambridge School District and the nearest schools are John F. Kennedy Elementary School, Rindge Avenue Upper School and Somerville High School. 17 Forest St #2 was advertised by ApartmentAdvisor yesterday at 9:16 AM ET and last checked today at 2:43 PM ET.

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