56.5 Spring St # 56, Cambridge MA 02141
Cambridge, MA 02141 • East Cambridge
$4,950/mo
About this home
Available 8/1/2026! Don't miss this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home in the heart of highly sought-after East Cambridge, just blocks from Kendall Square and Cambridge Crossing. Offering flexible lease terms from 6–12+ months (longer leases welcomed), this home is perfect for professionals, faculty, visiting researchers, or anyone looking to enjoy one of Cambridge's most convenient neighborhoods. The home features a spacious, updated eat-in kitchen with newer appliances, gas cooking, and plenty of room for a full-size dining table. The kitchen opens directly to a private, fenced patio—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or dining outdoors. Additional highlights include high ceilings, an updated bathroom, private in-unit laundry, central air conditioning, and abundant natural light throughout. Located just 1 mile from MIT, you'll be within a 15-minute walk to the Kendall/MIT Red Line station and less than a 10-minute walk to Lechmere Station and Cambridge Crossing.
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Property History
Market Insights
1
Price Changes
2%
Price Range
Property Timeline
Price Increased
Jul 10, 2026
$4,950
+$100
(+2.06%)
From $4,850 to $4,950 (+2.1%)
Listed for Sale
Jul 10, 2026
$4,850
Original listing
Agent: Emma Guardia & Team
Office: Compass
| Date | Event | Price | Change | $/sqft | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2026 | ↑ Price Increased | $4,950 | +$100 | - | From $4,850 to $4,950 (+2.1%) |
| 07/10/2026 | 🏠 Listed for Sale | $4,850 | - | - | Original listing |
Tax History
| Year | Taxes | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Tax history not available | ||
Facts & Features
Home Facts
Type
Residential Lease
Style
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1886
Living Area
960 sq ft
Lot Size
0 sq ft
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Total Rooms
4
Rental Details
Available
Aug 1, 2026
Lease Term
Short Term Lease,Lease Terms(Flex),Term of Rental(Months)
Rent Includes
Water, Sewer
Security Deposit
$5,000
Required
First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets
No
Pet Policy
No Pets
Interior
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
None
Flooring
None
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplace
None
Basement
None
Laundry
In Unit
Features
None
Exterior
Construction
None
Architecture
None
Roof
None
Features
Patio, Fenced Yard
Pool
None
Spa
None
Fencing
Fenced
Patio/Porch
Patio
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
56
Sq Ft Source
Other
Documents
None
County
Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings)
4 days
Property Overview
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1886
Bedrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
960 sq ft
Total Rooms
4
Entry Level
1
Floor Layout
Interactive room guide
Floor Layout
Finished Area
960 sq ft above grade
Display Options
Outdoor Areas
Patio & porchPatio
Room Markers
BABathroom (4)
BRBedroom (5)
DDining (1)
KKitchen (1)
LLiving (2)
OOffice (1)
Conceptual diagram based on MLS room data. It is not to scale and is not a substitute for architectural plans or on-site measurements.
Interior Features
Flooring:
Appliances:
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features:
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry:
In Unit
Security:
Construction & Materials
Year Built:
1886
Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:
Heating, Cooling & Utilities
Heating:
Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling:
Hot Water:
Water Source:
Sewer:
Energy Features:
Exterior & Lot
Exterior Features:
Patio, Fenced Yard
Patio & Porch:
Patio
Fencing:
Fenced
Other Structures:
Lot Features:
Road Surface:
Parking & Garage
Parking Features:
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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.9 mi
|
#253 of 346
|
Score: 45.9
Improved 29 spots from last year
-12.3 below state avg
890 students
Diverse
High Graduation Rate
Rising School
College Ready Curriculum
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-12
A
Amigos School
1.4 mi
|
#45 of 352
|
Score: 57.8
Improved 14 spots from last year
-0.5 below state avg
413 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-08
St. Peter Elementary School
2.5 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Friends School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Shady Hill School
2.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
3.0 mi
|
#100 of 824
|
Score: 59.4
Dropped 79 spots from last year
+1.2 above state avg
352 students
Less Diverse
Grades PK-06
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
3.4 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
4.0 mi
Grades PK-08
C+
King Open School
0.5 mi
|
#500 of 824
|
Score: 44.7
Dropped 179 spots from last year
-13.5 below state avg
391 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
Middle Schools
5 schools
Allium Montessori School
2.0 mi
Grades 01-06
B+
Darby Vassall Upper School
0.2 mi
|
#118 of 352
|
Score: 47.5
Improved 26 spots from last year
-10.7 below state avg
298 students
Very Diverse
Rising School
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
C+
Cambridge Street Upper School
0.5 mi
|
#214 of 352
|
Score: 39.8
Dropped 26 spots from last year
-18.4 below state avg
301 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
1.6 mi
|
#103 of 352
|
Score: 49.1
Dropped 24 spots from last year
-9.1 below state avg
283 students
Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
2.8 mi
|
#67 of 352
|
Score: 54.3
Dropped 2 spots from last year
-3.9 below state avg
292 students
Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades 06-08
High Schools
3 schools
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
0.2 mi
|
#178 of 346
|
Score: 53.1
Dropped 57 spots from last year
-5.2 below state avg
251 students
Diverse
7 sports
• 202 athletes
High Graduation Rate
College Ready Curriculum
Grades 06-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.0 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
1.2 mi
Grades 07-12
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Neighborhood
East Cambridge
56.5 Spring St # 56, Cambridge MA 02141
Cambridge, MA 02141
Listing Information
Listing Agent
Emma Guardia & Team
Listing Office
Compass
Office Phone
617-303-0067
Agent MLS ID
TM361698
Office MLS ID
AN2606
Listing Data Updated
Jul 14, 2026 3:05 AM EDT
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