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285 Third St

Apartment
1-3 beds
1-2 baths
537-1,651 sqft

About 285 Third St

These apartments feature a living, dining and kitchen area with stainless steel appliances including a microwave and dishwasher. There is hard surface flooring or carpeting throughout the space. This unit also features walk-in closets, central heat and air conditioning, in-unit laundry and hard surface flooring. Select units feature high ceilings, Bosch appliances, vaulted ceilings in loft homes; and white oak flooring. Community amenities include a conference room with WiFi, elevators, wheelchair accessible, concierge service, 24-hour fitness center with kids play area; media room, full service pet care available, game room with foosball and Wii; resident social events, heated indoor swimming pool, package service, laundry facility, private courtyard, Zipcar vehicles on-site, additional storage available and grilling area. Heat and trash removal included. Pets are welcome. Reserved underground garage parking available for an additional fee.
RentalSource last checked: July 14, 2025 at 2:47 PM ET
Listed by: Leasing Agent

Property Summary

Property Type: Apartment
Rental Fee: $3,271 - $7,867
Bedrooms: 1-3 beds
Bathrooms: 1-2 baths
Size: 537-1,651 sqft
Pet Friendly: Inquire
Has Garage: Yes
ID: 81796786

Property Amenities

•  Air Conditioning
•  Carpeted Floors
•  Dishwasher
•  Garage
•  High-Speed Internet
•  Microwave
•  Vaulted Ceilings
•  Wheelchair Access
•  Walk-in Closets

Community Features

•  Courtyard
•  Fitness Center
•  Laundry Facilities
•  Pool
•  Reserved Parking
•  Storage

Unit Rates

Name Beds Baths Sqft Rent
N-134 1 1 549 $3,271
N-541 1 1 537 $3,361
N-340 1 1 537 $3,365
S-420 1 1 718 $3,835
S-319 1 1 810 $3,870

Leasing Information

Photos are an example of similar units within the building, actual unit may vary. Availability and pricing can change daily and vary by lease term. Please contact us to schedule a showing.

Additional Details

Apartments for rent in Cambridge for $3,271-$7,867 with 1-3 beds, 1-2 baths, 537-1,651 sqft and located at 285 Third St in Cambridge, MA 02142. The averaged rental price of $5,569 is 60.4% ($2,096) higher than the average rent of $3,473 for apartments in Cambridge, MA and 80.6% ($2,486) higher than the average rent of $3,083 for apartments in Middlesex County. This apartment is in the Cambridge School District and the nearest schools are Kennedy-Longfellow School, Vassal Lane Upper School and Snowden Int'L High School. 285 Third St was advertised on July 14, 2025 at 9:57 AM ET.

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