179 Charles Street

179 Charles St, Cambridge, MA 02141

Apartment building

2 beds

Air conditioning (central)

In-unit laundry (W/D)

Available units

Price may not include required fees and charges

Price may not include required fees and charges.

Unit , sortable column	Sqft, sortable column	Available, sortable column	Base rent, sorted ascending
2 2 bd, 1 ba 8 photos	900	Nov 15	$3,500

What's special

Newly renovated bathroomLight on three sidesCentral acFull kitchen appliancesExtensive windows

Sunny, renovated two bedroom unit with extensive windows and light on three sides. One flight up in a three unit building in a quiet neighborhood. Central AC, in-unit washer/dryer, full kitchen appliances and an office alcove off living room. Newly renovated bathroom. Apartment available November 15, 2025. Walking distance to Kendal Square Red Line T station . Basement storage. Tenant responsible for separately metered electricity, Gas and Water and Sewer.

Facts, features & policies

Building amenities

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Park

Policies

Pets

Large dogs

Not allowed

Small dogs

Not allowed

Cats

Not allowed

Unit features

Appliances

Convection oven

Dishwasher

Dryer

Freezer

Garbage disposal

Microwave oven

Oven

Refrigerator

Washer

Washer/dryer hookups

Cooling

Air conditioning: Central

Flooring

Softwood

Heating

Internet/Satellite

Cable

High-speed internet

Neighborhood: East Cambridge

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Walkable Streets
Pedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.
Transit Access
Convenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.
Dining Scene
From casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.
Green Spaces
Scenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.

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East Cambridge’s 02141 blends historic rowhouses and a strong Portuguese and Brazilian heritage with shiny new Cambridge Crossing and waterfront greens along the Charles. Expect four true New England seasons—crisp springs, warm summers, colorful falls, and snowy winters—plus breezes near North Point Park and Lechmere Canal Park. Daily life is walkable and bike friendly, with Lechmere Station on the Green Line, Bluebikes docks, and quick links to Kendall/MIT, downtown Boston, and I-93. Food and coffee range from neighborhood favorites like The Helmand, Tatte, and Curio Coffee to chef-driven spots at CX (The Lexington, Geppetto, Cafe Beatrice), plus Lamplighter’s CX brewery. Errands are easy with Target and shops at CambridgeSide and local markets along Cambridge Street; larger grocers sit a short ride away. Residents jog the river paths, relax on the CX Common, and enjoy community festivals that reflect the area’s roots. The mix spans young professionals, grad students, and long-time families, and it’s notably pet friendly. Per Zillow Market Trends, recent median asking rent is about $3,800, with most listings around $3,000-$5,800.