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House for rent
  • $5,000/mo

    87 Cherry St, Cambridge, MA 02139

    2beds
    1,720sqft

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

    Single family residence
    Available now
    Small dogs OK
    Window unit
    In unit laundry
    Off street parking
    -- Heating
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    Greek revival styleNew refrigeratorStandalone single-family houseAttached library alcoveMature treesFlex roomLeafy mid-cambridge street
    Available: 12 mo lease starting now (flexible) Utilities Tenant pays: electric, gas Utilities Landlord pays: water, sewer Due up front: (2* 5000) First month's rent, security deposit Parking: Two driveway spots CERTIFIED DELEADED A rare offering, a historic standalone single-family house built in 1848 by Simon P. Clarke, tucked away on a leafy Mid-Cambridge street. Designed as a traditional 19th-century Cambridge Greek Revival style, restored with appropriate detailing over the years. Located just a few blocks from MIT! The main level features the bright living room with the original 19th-century marble fireplace. A large dining room with an attached library alcove overlooking the yard. The kitchen has a gas stove, dishwasher, and will soon have a new refrigerator. The second level features both bedrooms as well as a flex room, which would work great as an office/dressing room/kids' bedroom. Outside there is a gravel driveway for two cars. Large fenced, private yard with mature trees, bird bath. Vast amounts of basement/attic storage seal the deal! Leave your cars in the driveway, and experience everything wonderful that Cambridge has to offer, right at your doorstep!
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    Looking to buy when your lease ends?

    With a 6% savings match, a first-time homebuyer savings account is designed to help you reach your down payment goals faster.

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Cooling
    • Window Unit
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Electricity not included in rent, Gas not included in rent, Lawn, Sewage included in rent, Water included in rent
    Details
    • Parcel number: CAMBM00075L00074

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Sewage, Water

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Cambridge

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/24/2025Listed for rent$5,000-4.8%$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    9/17/2025Listing removed$5,250$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    8/18/2025Listed for rent$5,250$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    8/7/1986Sold$90,000$52/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided

    Neighborhood: The Port - Area 4