20 Follen Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138 • Harvard Square
$10,000/mo
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,098
Sq Ft
9,890
Lot Sq Ft
1948
Year Built
2
Parking
24
Days on Market
For Rent Listed Aug 19, 2026 • MLS# 73565591 Copied! • Updated Aug 23, 2026

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About this home

Classic and rarely available mid-century modern single family home on one of the most desirable residential streets in Cambridge. The main level showcases an expansive open floor plan that includes living and dining areas with large picture windows overlooking the cantilevered deck and large private yard. Beautiful custom kitchen with plenty of storage and SS appliances that is completely open to the living/dining areas. This floor also has 2 generously sized bedrooms, an office/flex room and 1 1/2 bathrooms. The second floor is also completely open with a large picture window overlooking the backyard. This floor can be used as a primary bedroom suite or as a luxurious office space. Central AC throughout. Plenty of storage areas plus laundry in the basement. Close to Harvard Square, Cambridge Common, Harvard University and The Charles River. Very easy access to Harvard Law School, Longy School of Music, and Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Property History

Property Timeline

🏠
Listed for Rent
Aug 19, 2026
$10,000
Original listing
Agent: Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Single Family Residence
Year Built 1948
Living Area 2,098 sq ft
Lot Size 9,890 sq ft
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Total Rooms 7

Rental Details

Available Oct 1, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener
Security Deposit $10,000
Required First MonthLast MonthDepositReferencesInsurance
Pets Yes
Pet Policy Dogs OKCats OK
Heating Hot Water
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances None
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry In Unit
Features None
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing None
Patio/Porch Deck
Features None
Total Spaces 2

Utilities

Electric None
Water None
Sewer None
Gas None
Other None

Building & Pet Policy

Fee Includes None
Amenities None
Optional Fee Includes None
Possession Flexible
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Sq Ft Source Other
Sq Ft Disclosures per City records.
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 15 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Listing Type
For Rent
Year Built
1948
Bedrooms
4
Full Bathrooms
2
Half Bathrooms
1
Living Area
2,098 sq ft
Total Rooms
7
Entry Level
1

Floor Layout

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Construction & Materials

Year Built: 1948
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Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Heating: Hot Water
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Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck, Garden
Patio & Porch: Deck
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Parking & Garage

Total Parking Spaces: 2
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

10 schools
St. Peter Elementary School
0.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
0.8 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.0 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.1 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
A
Amigos School
1.3 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
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
1.3 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
1.7 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
1.9 mi
Grades PK-08
A-
Graham and Parks School
0.3 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
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.1 mi
Grades 01-06
A-
Putnam Avenue Upper School
0.9 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.0 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
B-
Cambridge Street Upper School
1.6 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
1.9 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
1.4 mi
Grades 07-12
NuVu Innovation School
1.5 mi
Grades 08-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
2.0 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

20 Follen Street, Cambridge MA 02138

Cambridge, MA 02138

Listing Information

Listing Agent Gail Roberts, Ed Feijo & Team
Listing Office Coldwell Banker Realty - Cambridge
Office Phone 617-864-4430
Agent MLS ID TM331934
Office MLS ID AN6200
Listing Data Updated Aug 23, 2026 4:05 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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