Spacious multi-level apartment available in the vibrant Harvard Square area of Cambridge. This well-maintained home offers generous living space, modern conveniences, and easy access to some of the city's most iconic academic, cultural, and dining destinations. The neighborhood is known for its lively atmosphere, historic streets, and excellent transit connectivity.
Large multi-level layout with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. Bright living area with ample natural light. Updated kitchen with modern finishes. In-unit laundry for added convenience. Hardwood flooring throughout.
Close proximity to Harvard University and the shops, restaurants, and cafes of Harvard Square. Easy access to the Red Line at Harvard Square Station, providing quick connections throughout Cambridge and Boston. Nearby green spaces including Putnam Park and Sullivan Park for outdoor recreation.
Nearby Landmarks: Harvard University & Harvard Yard. Harvard Square. Cambridge Common. H. Amenities: 15 Bathrooms, 5 Bedrooms, Duplex, Eatin Kitchen, High Ceiling, New Appliances, New Renovated Bath, New Renovated Kitchen, Nosmokingallowed, Professionally Managed & Separate Kitchen. Heating fuel: gas.
6+ months on RentalSource
RentalSource last checked: 11 hours ago · Listing updated: October 25, 2026
This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment at 17A Putnam Ave in Cambridge, MA 02138 rents for $4,875 a month. 17A Putnam Ave was advertised by Patrick Arone 6+ months ago.
How the Rent Compares
At $4,875 a month, this apartment is below the typical rent for 4+ bedroom apartments and condos in Cambridge (about $5,970).
Typical $5,970This home $4,875
$4,200$11,750
From 41 apartments and condos with four or more bedrooms listed in Cambridge on RentalSource in October 2026: the scale holds eight in ten of them, and the shaded band the middle half.
$5,970Typical rent for 4+ bedroom apartments and condos in Cambridge
The rent has dropped twice since it was listed 6+ months ago, from $5,599 to $4,875.
Rent history for this home, newest first
Date
Event
Rent
Change
July 23, 2026
Price change
$4,875−8.0%
−8.0%
May 30, 2026
Price change
$5,299−5.4%
−5.4%
March 13, 2026
Listed for rent
$5,599
These are listed prices. What renters actually paid may have been different.
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