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  • Third Square

    285 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142

    • Special offer! [Offer good thru Aug 31, 2025]

      Applies to select units

    Apartment building
    Studio-3 beds
    Pet-friendly
    In-unit dryer

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Studio, 1 ba
    $3,263-3,386
    537 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Oct 18

    Price: $3,263Available: Available NowUnit: Unit N240
    Price: $3,386Available: Available Oct 18 2025Unit: Unit N535
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $3,793
    862 sqft

    1 unit available Oct 4

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $3,805-3,845
    718 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 2 avail. Aug 2-Sep 23

    Price: $3,805Available: Available NowUnit: Unit S420
    Price: $3,845Available: Available Aug 2 2025Unit: Unit S819
    Price: $3,845Available: Available Sep 23 2025Unit: Unit S211
    Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $3,954-3,997
    753 sqft

    1 unit avail. Aug 1 | 1 unit avail. Oct 2

    Price: $3,954Available: Available Aug 1 2025Unit: Unit N409
    Price: $3,997Available: Available Oct 2 2025Unit: Unit N-527
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $4,120
    884 sqft

    1 unit available now

    Special offer
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $4,240-4,255
    854 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 1 avail. Aug 6

    Price: $4,240Available: Available NowUnit: Unit N-726
    Price: $4,255Available: Available Aug 6 2025Unit: Unit N-728
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $4,858-4,946
    1,100 sqft

    1 unit avail. Aug 15 | 1 unit avail. Oct 16

    Price: $4,858Available: Available Oct 16 2025Unit: Unit N442
    Price: $4,946Available: Available Aug 15 2025Unit: Unit N-139
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $4,868
    1,113 sqft

    1 unit available Sep 12

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $4,875
    1,164 sqft

    1 unit available now

    Special offer
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $4,903
    1,073 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 1

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $4,976
    1,098 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 26

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $5,006
    1,201 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 15

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $5,225
    1,229 sqft

    1 unit available Oct 4

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $5,258
    1,229 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 8

    Special offer
    3 bd, 2 ba
    $7,382
    1,651 sqft

    1 unit available Aug 15

    What's special

    Swimming pool
    Cool down on hot days
    This building features access to a pool. Only 11% of buildings in Cambridge have this amenity.
    Heated indoor swimming poolGranite countersNewly renovated homesOutstanding courtyard viewsSwimming pool
    Spacious, newly renovated homes with utilities included, granite counters, swimming pool, fitness center, and 24-hour coniege, located just two blocks from the MIT/Kendall Square T stop. Utilities are included at Third Square Apartments, Kendall Square's 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.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:10 am - 6 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Fitness Center
    • Lounge: TV Lounge
    • Recreation Room: Rec Room
    Other
    • Laundry: In Unit
    • Swimming Pool: Pool
    Security
    • Controlled Access
    Services & facilities
    • Elevator
    • On-Site Maintenance: On Site Maintenance
    • On-Site Management: On Site Management
    • Package Service: Package Receiving
    • Storage Space
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    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Dryer
    • Microwave Oven: Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    • Washer/Dryer Hookups: WD Hookup
    Cooling
    • Air Conditioning
    Internet/Satellite
    • Cable TV Ready: Cable
    • High-speed Internet Ready: High Speed Internet
    Other
    • Courtyard
    • Individual Climate Control
    • Large Closets
    • Window Coverings

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • Flexible terms
    Pets
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • 3 pet max
    • $250 pet deposit
    • $50 monthly pet fee
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • 3 pet max
    • $250 pet deposit
    • $85 monthly pet fee
    Parking
    • Garage

    Special Features

    • Free Weights

    Neighborhood: East Cambridge

    Areas of interest

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    95 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    81 / 100
    Excellent Transit
    97 / 100
    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Cambridge

    GreatSchools rating

    Market Trends

    Rental market summary

    The average rent for all beds and all property types in Cambridge, MA is $3,550.

    Average rent

    $3,550

    Month-over-month

    -$75

    Year-over-year

    +$25

    Available rentals

    2,466

    Cambridge, MA Rental Market Data

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Third Square?

    Third Square has a walk score of 95, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of Third Square?

    Third Square has a transit score of 81, it has excellent transit.

    What schools are assigned to Third Square?

    The schools assigned to Third Square include Kennedy-Longfellow School, Vassal Lane Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.

    Does Third Square have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, Third Square has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units and washer/dryer hookups available.

    What neighborhood is Third Square in?

    Third Square is in the East Cambridge neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.

    What are Third Square's policies on pets?

    A maximum of 3 cats are allowed per unit. To have a cat at Third Square there is a required deposit of $250. This building has monthly fee of $50 for cats. A maximum of 3 dogs are allowed per unit. To have a dog at Third Square there is a required deposit of $250. This building has monthly fee of $85 for dogs.

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