Centrally located in Cambridge, this unit features:
- Hardwood flooring throughout!
- Modern eat in kitchen w/ dishwasher!
- Spacious & sunny living room!
- Generously sized bedrooms!
- Ample closet & storage space!
- 2 updates tiled full bathrooms!
- Laundry machines in building!
- Large shared back yard!
On the borderline of so many hot Cambridge neighborhoods in the Wellington-Harrington area! Right in the middle of Cambridge on the line with Somerville's Ward 2 area bordering East Cambridge, Central Square, Inman Square, Kendall Square! Red Line trains at Central & Kendall stops and Green Line E trains at Lechmere are close by as well as many major MBTA bus routes for an easy commute! Close to shopping, trendy dining, exciting nightlife and bars, breweries, grocery stores, & much more! Convenient to Harvard University, Lesley University, MIT, Cambridge Side Galleria, parks along the Charles River, Twin City Plaza, Assembly Row! Use the MBTA nearby for a quick ride on the Red Line to Downtown Boston, Porter Square, Davis Square, Mass General Hospital, Boston Common, South Station commuter trains, or the Green Line to North Station, Government Center, Haymarket, and access to the other B, C, & D lines! Great place to live with all that the Boston & Cambridge areas have to offer!
40 Plymouth St
Cambridge, MA 02141
Apartment building
3-5 beds
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What's special
Laundry machines in buildingGenerously sized bedrooms
Neighborhood: Wellington-Harrington
- Walkable StreetsPedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Green SpacesScenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.
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.
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Cambridge
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Fletcher/Maynard AcademyGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Cambridge Street Upper SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Cambridge Rindge and Latin SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 40 Plymouth St?
40 Plymouth St has a walk score of 95, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 40 Plymouth St?
40 Plymouth St has a transit score of 72, it has excellent transit.
What schools are assigned to 40 Plymouth St?
The schools assigned to 40 Plymouth St include Fletcher/Maynard Academy, Cambridge Street Upper School, and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School.
What neighborhood is 40 Plymouth St in?
40 Plymouth St is in the Wellington-Harrington neighborhood in Cambridge, MA.
