Extremely Spacious & Character-Filled 3BR (or 2BR + Dining/Office) in Porter Square Updated & Move-In Ready! You'll fall in love with this incredibly spacious and full-of-character apartment nestled right in Porter Square. This unique home blends classic Cambridge charm with quality updates featuring beautiful original details, a clawfoot bathtub, and thoughtful artistic touches throughout. Recently refreshed with brand new paint, new blinds, and professional top-to-bottom cleaning, the space feels bright, fresh, and move-in ready. With its versatile layout, this apartment can easily function as a large two-bedroom with an office or a full three-bedroom home perfect for those who need extra space to live and work comfortably. Enjoy the rare combination of historic character, massive square footage, and unbeatable location adjacent all of Porter Square's offerings including shops, restaurants, Red Line, and commuter rail. Available now Heat/Hot Water included!
1851 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02140
Apartment building
3 beds
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What's special
Quality updatesHistoric characterVersatile layoutThoughtful artistic touchesBeautiful original detailsBrand new paintClassic cambridge charm
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Heating
- Oil
Neighborhood: Aggasiz - Harvard North
- Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.Walkable StreetsPedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Biking TrailsSafe, accessible paths for cycling, commuting, and outdoor enjoyment.
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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Nearby schools in Cambridge
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Maria L. Baldwin SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Rindge Avenue Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 1851 Massachusetts Ave?
1851 Massachusetts Ave has a walk score of 98, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 1851 Massachusetts Ave?
1851 Massachusetts Ave has a transit score of 76, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 1851 Massachusetts Ave?
The schools assigned to 1851 Massachusetts Ave include Maria L. Baldwin School, Rindge Avenue Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What neighborhood is 1851 Massachusetts Ave in?
1851 Massachusetts Ave is in the Aggasiz - Harvard North neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.
