147 Allston # 1, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$4,500/mo
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,200
Sq Ft
5,211
Lot Sq Ft
1890
Year Built
7 hours 54 minutes
Time on Market
For Rent Listed Sep 25, 2026 • MLS# 73582829 Copied! • Updated Sep 25, 2026

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About this home

Imagine starting the morning with coffee in the sun-drenched living room, then heading to work or class without spending your day sitting in Cambridge traffic. It is possible! Welcome to your new home in Cambridgeport, a newly renovated 1st-floor generously sized apartment with flexible living space. The unit features 2 generously sized bedrooms, a third room, and a flexible front room that can work beautifully as an additional bedroom, comfortably fitting a 4 roommate set up. Thoughtfully renovated by skilled craftspeople, the apartment reflects a commitment to quality in every detail. Carefully selected materials, modern features, and beautifully executed finishes create a home that feels fresh, comfortable, and made to last. The property has been exceptionally well cared for by owners who take pride in providing attentive, five-star service to their tenants, a level of quality and responsiveness that can be rare to find in Cambridge. The newly renovated kitchen features new appliances and a fresh, clean design, while the home’s large windows bring in wonderful natural light throughout the day. Additional conveniences include laundry onsite, an indoor bike rack, and locked basement storage unit. But one of the best parts of living here is the location. Cambridgeport is one of those neighborhoods where you can genuinely leave the car behind. Walk or bike to neighborhood shops, restaurants, parks, schools, Harvard, MIT and BU local hospitals, and many of Cambridge and Boston’s major employment centers. What does transportation and commuting look like? Central Square red line is .6 miles away; buses 65 and 47 are 1 block away; Bluebikes are across the street, Hwy 90 is about 1.5 miles away; the BU Bridge provides an easy connection across the Charles River to Boston University. You’re close to everything Cambridge has to offer while still living on a residential neighborhood street with a strong sense of community. For someone looking for a renovated Cambridge home with flexible space, accessibility, and a neighborhood you can actually enjoy on foot, 147 Allston Street offers a wonderful combination of location and everyday livability.

Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Rent
Sep 25, 2026
$4,500
Original listing
Agent: Welcome Home Carmen M. Team Office: Leading Edge Real Estate

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Apartment
Year Built 1890
Living Area 1,200 sq ft
Lot Size 5,211 sq ft
Bedrooms 2
Full Baths 1
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 8

Rental Details

Available Available Now
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Water
Required First MonthLast MonthReferences
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Vinyl
Appliances Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Energy Star Qualified Refrigerator, Energy Star Qualified Dishwasher, Range, Oven
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry Bathroom - Half, In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Features Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Office
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch None
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 1
Sq Ft Source Owner
Documents None
County Middlesex

Property Overview

Property Type
Apartment
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1890
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,200 sq ft
Total Rooms
8
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring: Vinyl
Appliances: Microwave, Washer, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Range, Oven
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Closet, Lighting - Overhead, Office
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: Bathroom - Half, In Basement, Common Area, In Building
Security:

Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1890
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Professional Landscaping, Decorative Lighting, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch:
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:

Parking & Garage

Parking Features:
School District
Cambridge School District local
A-
🎓 Where Graduates Go Class of 2021
65% attend college
58% 4-Year 7% 2-Year 23% Out of State 7% Working
✓ School Safety 2024-25
1.2% Low
0.8% Suspensions 0.2% In-School 0.4% Emergency
↓ 4.3% below state avg
E

Elementary Schools

3 schools
A-
Morse School
0.3 mi | #236 of 825 | Score: 53.0
Improved 47 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
335 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A
Amigos School
0.3 mi | #46 of 352 | Score: 57.6
Improved 13 spots from last year
-0.6 below state avg
421 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-08
A+
Martin Luther King Jr. School
0.6 mi | #16 of 825 | Score: 65.4
Improved 27 spots from last year
+7.2 above state avg
401 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.6 mi | #104 of 352 | Score: 49.2
Dropped 25 spots from last year
-9 below state avg
286 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.3 mi | #207 of 352 | Score: 39.9
Dropped 19 spots from last year
-18.3 below state avg
317 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
1.3 mi | #119 of 352 | Score: 47.6
Improved 25 spots from last year
-10.6 below state avg
296 students Very Diverse
Rising School Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
H

High Schools

3 schools
Farr Academy School
0.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
0.5 mi
Grades 08-12
Boston Arts Academy
1.1 mi
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Neighborhood

147 Allston # 1, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Listing Information

Listing Agent Welcome Home Carmen M. Team
Listing Office Leading Edge Real Estate
Office Phone 781-979-0100
Agent MLS ID TM352410
Office MLS ID AN4646
Listing Data Updated Sep 25, 2026 7:41 PM EDT
Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by MLS Property Information Network, Inc. All information should be independently verified.

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