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    • 2 Chester St

    2 Chester St, Cambridge, MA 02140

    Located in North Cambridge, Cambridge zip code 02140
    Apartment building
    Pet-friendly
    Air conditioning available
    Shared laundry
    5–unit building
    605–1,505 sqft
    2 bedrooms
    1.5–2 bathrooms

    What's special

    With a prime Cambridge location three blocks from Davis Square in Somerville and five blocks from Porter Square, 9 & 15 Chester Street offer all of the excitement and convenience of city living on a quiet side street close to Massachusetts Avenue. (RLNE7935295)

    Facts, features & policies

    Building amenities

    Services & facilities
    • Shared laundry

    Policies

    Pets
    Cats
    • Allowed
    Small dogs
    • Allowed
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    Large dogs
    • Allowed
    Smoking
    • This is a smoke free building
    Utilities included in rent
    • Water
    • Heat

    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Garbage disposal
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    Cooling
    • Air conditioning

    Neighborhood: North Cambridge

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    • Transit Access
      Convenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.
      Walkable Streets
      Pedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.
      Dining Scene
      From casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.
      Biking Trails
      Safe, accessible paths for cycling, commuting, and outdoor enjoyment.
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    Centered on Porter Square and stretching through North Cambridge and Avon Hill, 02140 blends tree-lined residential streets and historic homes with a lively Mass Ave corridor. You’ll have Red Line and Commuter Rail at Porter, Alewife connections nearby, and easy cycling on the Minuteman Bikeway and Linear Park; weekends gravitate to Danehy Park’s fields, walking loops, and dog run, plus Russell Field and paths along Alewife Brook. Daily conveniences are close: Porter Square Shopping Center with Star Market and cafes, local favorite Pemberton Farms, and a strong coffee-and-dining scene including Bagelsaurus, Yume Wo Katare, Simon’s Coffee Shop, and Cafe Zing at Porter Square Books; gyms and studios dot the neighborhood. The vibe is friendly and intellectual, with a mix of long-timers, families, grad students, and professionals; nightlife skews cozy and conversation-forward. Expect classic New England seasons—snowy winters and colorful fall. According to Zillow Market Trends in recent months, the median asking rent sits in the mid-$3,000s, with most listings ranging from the high $2,000s to mid-$4,000s.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    98 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    73 / 100
    Excellent Transit
    99 / 100
    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Cambridge

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 2 Chester St?

    2 Chester St has a walk score of 98, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of 2 Chester St?

    2 Chester St has a transit score of 73, it has excellent transit.

    What schools are assigned to 2 Chester St?

    The schools assigned to 2 Chester St include Peabody School, Rindge Avenue Upper School, and John F. Kennedy Elementary School.

    Does 2 Chester St have in-unit laundry?

    No, but 2 Chester St has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is 2 Chester St in?

    2 Chester St is in the North Cambridge neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.

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