31 Linnaean St # 2, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$3,950
$3,650/mo
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About this home
Available Now. Wonderful 2 bedrooms 1 bath Avon Hill apartment with large windows, gleaming hardwood floors and soaring ceilings. Grand dining and living space boasting custom-built cabinets, while vast windows embracing southern and western vistas drench the space with natural light. The chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, abundant countertops, and a suite of top-tier appliances including Sub-Zero and Miele®, a wine chiller and more. In unit laundry. The luxurious bathroom showcases a deep soaking tub, a rain shower, and a custom shower bench. The apartment overlooks the serene garden and offers ample storage with deep closets. This professionally managed building offers a private storage room, a common garden and bike storage. Unparalleled convenience located between Porter and Harvard Sq., you're just minutes from Harvard University and close to all the area top restaurants & entertainment. Rent includes heat and hot water.
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Price & Status History
Market Insights
3
Price Changes
99.2%
Price Range
1
Previous Sales
Property Timeline
Price Reduced
Aug 17, 2026
$3,650
$100
(-2.67%)
From $3,750 to $3,650 (-2.7%)
Price Reduced
Aug 17, 2026
$3,750
$100
(-2.6%)
From $3,850 to $3,750 (-2.6%)
Price Reduced
Aug 8, 2026
$3,850
$100
(-2.53%)
From $3,950 to $3,850 (-2.5%)
Listed for Rent
Jun 18, 2026
$3,950
Original listing
Agent: May Mai
Office: PWK Realty LLC
Previous Transaction - MLS #70166090
Full transaction history available when tracking began
Previously Sold
Jul 29, 2005
$478,000
MLS #70166090
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,650 | $100 | - | From $3,750 to $3,650 (-2.7%) |
| 08/17/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,750 | $100 | - | From $3,850 to $3,750 (-2.6%) |
| 08/08/2026 | ↓ Price Reduced | $3,850 | $100 | - | From $3,950 to $3,850 (-2.5%) |
| 06/18/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Rent | $3,950 | - | - | Original listing |
| 07/29/2005 | 🏷️ Previously Sold | $478,000 | - | - | MLS #70166090 |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Condominium
Living Area
1,040 sq ft
Lot Size
9,999 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
5
Rental Details
Available
Sep 1, 2026
Lease Term
Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes
Heat, Hot Water
Security Deposit
$3,950
Required
Last MonthDeposit
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
None
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
None
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
None
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
None
Patio/Porch
None
Parking
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
Additional Details
Possession
None
Accepted Financing
None
Structure Type
[]
Unit/Building
2
Sq Ft Source
Owner
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
91 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,040 sq ft
Total Rooms
5
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
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Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
Security:
Construction & Materials
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Utilities & Systems
Heating:
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
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Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
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Patio & Porch:
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Parking & Garage
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Nearby Schools
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
Elementary Schools
10 schools
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.5 mi
Grades PK-06
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
0.7 mi
|
#105 of 825
|
Score: 59.1
Dropped 84 spots from last year
+0.9 above state avg
344 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
1.2 mi
Grades PK-08
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.4 mi
Grades 01-12
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.6 mi
|
#245 of 346
|
Score: 47.4
Improved 37 spots from last year
-10.8 below state avg
888 students
Diverse
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
1.6 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
Fayerweather Street School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
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
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.4 mi
Grades 01-06
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
0.7 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
1.3 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
1.8 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
2.1 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
High Schools
3 schools
Farr Academy School
1.7 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.8 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.2 mi
|
#205 of 346
|
Score: 51.9
Dropped 84 spots from last year
-6.3 below state avg
244 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
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Neighborhood
Harvard Square
31 Linnaean St # 2, Cambridge MA 02138
Cambridge, MA 02138
Listing Information
Listing Agent
May Mai
Listing Office
PWK Realty LLC
Office Phone
857-230-8603
Agent MLS ID
CN208570
Office MLS ID
AN8819
Listing Data Updated
Sep 16, 2026 11:01 AM 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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