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10 Essex Street Apartment for rent in Cambridge, MA
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10 Essex Street


2-12 Essex Street Cambridge, MA

2 Bed
•
1 Bath

539 Sq. Ft.

Available starting May. 1st
Floor plans
Studio • 1 Bath
$2,850
387 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 608
$2,850
Rented
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Studio • 1 Bath
$2,875
409 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 610
$2,875
Rented
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$3,400
763 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 209
$3,400
Rented
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$3,500
559 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 507
$3,500
Rented
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$3,350 - $3,500
557 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 407
$3,500
Rented
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Unit 207
$3,350
Rented
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$3,550
587 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 609
$3,550
Rented
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$3,400
539 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 607
$3,400
Available May 1st, 2025
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$5,500 - $5,600
1121 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 205
$5,500
Rented
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Unit 305
$5,600
Rented
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$5,500
1028 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 306
$5,500
Rented
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$5,750 - $5,900
1204 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 301
$5,750
Rented
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Unit 501
$5,900
Rented
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$5,600 - $5,850
1116 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 505
$5,850
Rented
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Unit 506
$5,600
Rented
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$5,200
1064 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: 3MJ
Unit 406
$5,200
Rented
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
99
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score®
70
Excellent Transit
Bike Score®
99
Biker's Paradise
Amenities
In-unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator
Public Transportation
On Bus Line
Hardwood Floors
Dishwasher
Oversized Windows
Near Campus
Garage Parking
Recessed Lighting
Quartz Countertops
Bike Repair
Nest Thermostats
Professionally Managed
Private Terraces
Zipcar Membership
Oversized Windows
Quartz Countertops
Central Heating & Cooling
Complimentary Membership To Vim Fitness
Common Roof Terrace
Moments To Mbta Red Line
Balcony, Deck, Patio
Elevator
Living Room
Range / Oven
Microwave
Stainless Steel Appliances
Freezer
Central A / C
Smart Thermostat
Cable-ready
High-speed Internet
New Property
Near Grocery Store
Secured Entry
Package Receiving
Green Community
Court Yard
Yoga
Bike Parking
Coffee Bar
Roof Top Access
Roof Top Patio
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Pet Friendly Community
Other:

Additional Fee for pets

Parking
Garage - Attached
Lease & Fees
Lease Length:

12, 14, 17

Property details
Description

Ten Essex is ideally located for residents seeking proximity to a multitude of restaurants, nightlife, shopping, and educational institutions. Sited directly along the MBTA Red Line Central Square Station, Ten Essex is just minutes to Harvard University, MIT, Harvard Square, Kendall Square, Downtown Boston, and beyond.Each unit is outfitted in appealing neutral tones, and with modern amenities including Energy Star HVAC and appliances, Quartz countertops, Thermafoil kitchen cabinets, Nest Thermostats, and large in-unit washerdryers.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 46
Last Updated: Updated 3 hours ago
Contact Number: (617) 876-9080
Office Hours
Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Comcast Corporation 987.0 35.0
Starry, Inc. 200.0 200.0
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
netBlazr Inc. 50.0 50.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for 10 Essex Street by bedroom type below.
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$122,400
per year
Rent report

10 Essex Street Rent vs. Cambridge Average

 10 Essex Street      Cambridge Average
2BR
$3,400
$4,086
$0
$1,350
$2,700
$4,050
$5,400

10 Essex Street is asking 17% less than the average 2 bedroom apartment in Cambridge.

If you upsized to an average priced Cambridge 3 bedroom apartment, you would pay 14% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Cambridge 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 33% less per month.

10 Essex Street provides 46% less square footage than the average Cambridge 2 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
10 Essex Street
2BR $3,400 $6.30 $10,200
Cambridge Average
Studio $2,708 $5.90 $8,123
1BR $3,070 $4.50 $9,210
2BR $4,086 $4.10 $12,259
3BR $4,765 $4.10 $14,296
4BR $5,499 $3.60 $16,498

Availability in Cambridge

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 124 1BR units on the market in Cambridge. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
18% 32% 31% 12% 5%
Available Units in Cambridge
Studio 69
1BR 124
2BR 120
3BR 47
4BR 20
Location
Nearby Colleges

Harvard University

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Boston University

Lesley University

Berkelee College of Music

Campus Buildings and Attractions
Distance Walking Biking Driving
George Sherman Union 1.4 mi 26 min 9 min 4 min
Agganis Arena 1.6 mi 30 min 11 min 5 min
The Castle 1.6 mi 32 min 13 min 5 min
Nickerson Field 1.7 mi 33 min 11 min 5 min
Bay State Road 1.7 mi 34 min 11 min 5 min
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Cha Cambridge Hospital 0.65 mi.
Spaulding Hospital For Continuing Med Care Cambridge 0.73 mi.
Arbour Human Resource Institute 1.36 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Cambridge Fire Department 0.92 mi.
Boston Volunteer Fire Department 1.52 mi.
Patchin Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. 1.52 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes, there is 1 unit available at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 1 unit available for move-in on May 01, 2025.
What's the square footage of the available units?
It's 539 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
10 Essex Street has a 2 bedroom unit starting at $3,400.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 2-12 Essex Street in Cambridge, MA. It's 0.4 miles southwest from the center of Cambridge.
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