19 Shepherd # 3, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138
$2,700/mo
1
Beds
1
Baths
557
Sq Ft
99,999
Lot Sq Ft
1900
Year Built
New today
Time on Market
For Rent Listed Nov 2, 2026 • MLS# 73597698 Copied! • Updated Nov 2, 2026

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About this home

Enjoy all the best that Cambridge has to offer. This bright 1-bed apartment, ideally situated between Harvard and Porter Squares on a thoughtfully landscaped, one-way street. Set within a classic brick building near the Radcliffe Quad, Lesley University and Harvard Square this elevated first-floor home overlooks a serene, lush stand of bamboo, offering a peaceful retreat just steps from Mass Ave. The apartment features hardwood floors, fully updated eat-in kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, and pantry, spacious bedroom with generous double closets, refreshed bath, private basement storage, bike storage, and common laundry. Professionally managed, with heat and hot water included in the HOA fee. Easy access to Red Line, restaurants and shops. Heat, Hot Water, Water, Sewer included in rent. Private storage in basement

Price & Status History

Property Timeline

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Listed for Rent
Nov 2, 2026
$2,700
Original listing
Agent: Robert Shen Office: StartPoint Realty

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
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Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Year Built 1900
Living Area 557 sq ft
Lot Size 99,999 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Rental Details

Available Available Now
Lease Term Lease Terms(Lease),Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Extra Storage
Security Deposit $2,700
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating None
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Building
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features None
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch None
Features None

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

HOA Yes
Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession None
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building 3
Sq Ft Source Field Card
Documents None
County Middlesex

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1900
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
557 sq ft
Total Rooms
3
Entry Level
1

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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-
Graham and Parks School
0.1 mi | #238 of 825 | Score: 52.9
Improved 7 spots from last year
-5.3 below state avg
323 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
A+
Maria L. Baldwin School
0.3 mi | #47 of 825 | Score: 62.5
Dropped 44 spots from last year
+4.3 above state avg
385 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
M

Middle Schools

3 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.3 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.8 mi | #66 of 352 | Score: 54.0
Dropped 1 spots from last year
-4.2 below state avg
278 students Diverse
Diverse Student Body Strong Attendance
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.1 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
F
Full Circle High School
1.4 mi | #334 of 346 | Score: 23.6
Improved 32 spots from last year
-34.6 below state avg
60 students Diverse
Rising School Career Tech Programs College Ready Curriculum Diverse Student Body
Grades 09-12
B+
Somerville High School
1.4 mi | #125 of 346 | Score: 58.3
Improved 117 spots from last year
+0.1 above state avg
1,367 students Diverse
17 sports • 1,566 athletes
Strong AP Program High Graduation Rate Rising School Career Tech Programs
Grades 09-12
Farr Academy School
1.6 mi
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood

19 Shepherd # 3, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Listing Information

Listing Agent Robert Shen
Listing Office StartPoint Realty
Office Phone 978-422-3999
Agent MLS ID CN214890
Office MLS ID H95120
Listing Data Updated Nov 2, 2026 12:28 PM EST
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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