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285 Third St

Apartment
1-3 beds
1-3 baths
535-2,018 sqft

About 285 Third St

Utilities are included at Third Square Apartments, Kendall Squares premier property located in Cambridge. Convenient to public transportation and two blocks from the MIT/Kendall Square T stop, these newly renovated homes include stunning countertops, washer and dryer and outstanding courtyard views. Residents have access to a heated indoor swimming pool, 24-hour concierge, 2,200 square foot fitness center, media room, resident lounge with bar and underground parking garage. Close proximity to the Charles River, the Esplanade, Harvard University and MIT. Easy access to Memorial Drive, Storrow Drive, I-93 and the Massachusetts Turnpike. And now you can breathe easy because this community is smoke-free. Photos are of a Similar unit - Actual unit may have different finishes. Pet Friendly, CableSatellite, ControlledAccess, Courtyard, Elevator, FitnessCenter, OnSiteMaintenance, Pool, TVLounge, A/C, Dishwasher, Garage Available, Individual Climate Control, LargeClosets, Laundry Hook-Ups, Microwave, Refrigerator, Storage, View & WindowCoverings.
RentalSource last checked: January 18, 2026 at 3:20 PM ET
Listed by: Cambridge Realty, (617) 661-6600 via

Property Summary

Property Type: Apartment
Rental Fee: $3,111 - $6,912
Bedrooms: 1-3 beds
Bathrooms: 1-3 baths
Size: 535-2,018 sqft
Pet Friendly: Yes
Has Garage: Yes
ID: 82874097

Property Amenities

•  Air Conditioning
•  Dishwasher
•  Garage
•  Microwave
•  Pet Friendly
•  Refrigerator
•  Washer/Dryer Hk-up
•  Walk-in Closets

Community Features

•  Courtyard
•  Fitness Center
•  Laundry Facilities
•  Pool
•  Public Transportation
•  Parking
•  Storage

Unit Rates

Name Beds Baths Sqft Rent
729T 1 1 535 $3,111
601T 3 3 2,018 $6,912

Leasing Information

Lease Term: 1 year. 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 $3,111-$6,912 with 1-3 beds, 1-3 baths, 535-2,018 sqft, pet friendly and located at 285 Third St in Cambridge, MA 02142. The averaged rental price of $5,012 is 64.2% ($1,959) higher than the average rent of $3,053 for apartments in Cambridge, MA and 74.8% ($2,144) higher than the average rent of $2,868 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 by Cambridge Realty yesterday on January 17, 2026 at 10:36 AM ET and last updated yesterday at 3:20 PM ET.

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