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55 Wheeler St

Cambridge, MA 02138 - Middlesex County

Apartment

Studio-1 bed

1 bath

500-770 sqft

No pets

About 55 Wheeler St

Disclaimer: Disclaimer: Under Massachusetts law effective August 1, 2025, tenants are only required to pay a broker fee if they choose to work with a broker. By inquiring about this listing or requesting to view multiple properties, you are electing to receive tenant representation. In most cases, a one-month broker fee applies only if you're approved. If any listing is landlord-paid, we will always inform you upfront. Most listings in this market are open and advertised for general access.

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Listed by: Joshua Stone · (720) 810-0005

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Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$2,805 - $3,637
Bedrooms:	Studio-1 bed
Bathrooms:	1 bath
Size:	500-770 sqft

Pets:	No
Laundry:	Inquire
Parking:	Inquire
Available:	Now
ID:	84680925

Unit Rates

Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
C511	Studio	1	500	$2,885
C320	1	1	583	$2,805
A705	1	1	770	$3,424
B720	1	1	690	$3,637

Leasing Information

Lease term: 12 months. 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

55 Wheeler St in Cambridge, MA 02138 has studio to 1-bedroom apartments for rent from $2,805 to $3,637 a month. They have 1 bathroom and 500 to 770 square feet. 55 Wheeler St was advertised by Joshua Stone on November 1, 2026.

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Property listed by:

Joshua Stone

(720) 810-0005

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