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172 Elm St #1A

Cambridge, MA 02140 - Middlesex County

Apartment

3 beds

1 baths

About 172 Elm St #1A

Bright, Spacious, Student Friendly, Pet Friendly, 1st Floor, 3BR/1BA in Porter Square. This sun-filled offering features high ceilings, an open floor plan, hardwood floors throughout, a spacious living room, three large, equal bedrooms, a modern, fully applianced, eat-in kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliance package, dishwasher, disposal and microwave, a modern bath, parking for rent, back porch and laundry on site. Ll Pays Broker Fee.

RentalSource last checked: June 12, 2026 · 7:57 AM ET

Last updated: March 6, 2026 at 3:54 PM ET

Managed by: Gateway Real Estate · (617) 340-9712 · Appfolio

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Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$5,850
Bedrooms:	3 beds
Bathrooms:	1 baths

Size:	Inquire
Pet Friendly:	Yes
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	83195283

Property Amenities

• Balcony/Patio

• Garbage Disposal

• Dishwasher

• Hardwood Floors

• Microwave

• Pet Friendly

Community Features

• Laundry Facilities

• Parking

Additional Details

Apartment for rent in Cambridge for $5,850 with 3 beds, 1 bath, pet friendly and located at 172 Elm St #1A in Cambridge, MA 02140. The rental price of $5,850 is 18.5% ($912) higher than the average rent of $4,938 for a 3 bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA and 34.1% ($1,487) higher than the average rent of $4,363 for a 3 bedroom apartment in Middlesex County. 172 Elm St #1A was advertised by Gateway Real Estate on March 6, 2026 at 10:15 AM ET and last checked today at 7:57 AM ET.

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

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Recommended income

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Apartment for rent

$5,850

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Property managed by:

Gateway Real Estate
(617) 340-9712

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