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    Third Square

    285 3rd St, Cambridge, MA 02142

    Special offer! Up to 3 Months Free Parking! [Offer good thru Feb 28, 2026]
    Up to 1/2 a Month Free on Select Apartments! New residents only - transfers excluded [Offer good thru Feb 28, 2026]

    Applies to select units

    Apartment building
    Studio-3 beds
    In-unit laundry (W/D)

    Available units

    This listing now includes required monthly fees in the total monthly price.

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    Unit
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    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnTotal monthly price, sorted ascending
    N535
    Studio, 1 ba
    537
    Now
    $3,096
    N-635
    Studio, 1 ba
    537
    Now
    $3,118
    N636
    Studio, 1 ba
    537
    Now
    $3,118
    N-329
    1 bd, 1 ba
    728
    Now
    $3,565
    N-201
    1 bd, 1 ba
    717
    Now
    $3,568
    N614
    1 bd, 1 ba
    862
    Now
    $3,658
    N503
    1 bd, 1 ba
    717
    Now
    $3,711
    N-610
    1 bd, 1 ba
    717
    Mar 17
    $3,729
    N432
    1 bd, 1 ba
    716
    Apr 24
    $3,758
    N-632
    1 bd, 1 ba
    716
    Apr 23
    $3,803
    N-709
    1 bd, 1 ba
    753
    Mar 27
    $3,827
    S-520
    1 bd, 1 ba
    718
    Mar 13
    $3,835
    N-702
    1 bd, 1 ba
    717
    May 13
    $3,881
    N-611
    1 bd, 1 ba
    748
    May 8
    $3,899
    S-700
    1 bd, 1 ba
    696
    May 1
    $3,935

    What's special

    Swimming pool
    Cool down on hot days
    This building features access to a pool. Less than 11% of buildings in Cambridge have this amenity.
    Media roomHeated indoor swimming poolStunning countertopsNewly renovated homesSwimming poolWasher and dryerResident lounge with bar
    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:9 am - 7 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

    Parking
    • Garage
    Lease terms
    • Flexible terms

    Special Features

    • Free Weights

    Neighborhood: East Cambridge

    Areas of interest

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
     / 100
    Excellent Transit
     / 100
    Biker's Paradise

    Nearby schools in Cambridge

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Third Square?

    Third Square has a walk score of 96, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of Third Square?

    Third Square has a transit score of 82, 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.

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