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287 Harvard St #55

Cambridge, MA 02139 - Middlesex County

Apartment

1 beds

1 baths

390 sqft

About 287 Harvard St #55

No Fee. Bright and cozy studio with 1 full bath on Harvard Street in Central Square, just one block off Mass Ave. Located on the 5th floor of an elevator building, this quiet unit has been freshly painted and features an updated kitchen with modern appliances, a renovated bathroom and an open living area with space for a small dining setup. Covered parking is included in the rent. Building amenities include coin-op laundry, bike storage and secure entry with intercom. Unbeatable location near Harvard and MIT, with easy access to Back Bay. Just steps to the Red Line, Whole Foods, restaurants and everything Central Square has to offer. Video tour available upon request. Owner pays broker fee. Rent includes heat, hot water and covered parking. Disclaimer: Equal Housing Opportunity. Shared laundry facilities. Shared, HotWater, Airconditioning, BikeStorage, HardwoodFloors, Laundryshared, RentIncludesHeat & Laundry.

RentalSource last checked: June 11, 2026 · 2:59 PM ET

Last updated: April 25, 2026 at 2:43 PM ET

Managed by: Alain Duchemin · (617) 571-3573 · YouGotListings

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Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$2,600
Bedrooms:	1 beds
Bathrooms:	1 baths

Size:	390 sqft
Pet Friendly:	Inquire
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	83501434

Community Features

• Bike Paths

• Laundry Facilities

• Parking

• Storage

Leasing Information

Lease Term: 1 year. Utilities Included: Hot Water.

Additional Details

Apartment for rent in Cambridge for $2,600 with 1 bed, 1 bath, 390 sqft and located at 287 Harvard St #55 in Cambridge, MA 02139. The rental price of $2,600 is 15.4% ($472) lower than the average rent of $3,072 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Cambridge, MA and 4.4% ($120) lower than the average rent of $2,720 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Middlesex County. 287 Harvard St #55 was advertised by Alain Duchemin on April 25, 2026 at 9:29 AM ET and last checked today at 2:59 PM ET.

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Property managed by:

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(617) 571-3573

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