36 Highland Ave # D, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139
$2,400
$2,300/mo
1
Beds
1
Baths
542
Sq Ft
99,999
Lot Sq Ft
14
Days on Market
For Rent Price Drop -$100 Listed Aug 29, 2026 • MLS# 73569769 Copied! • Updated Sep 8, 2026

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About this home

Welcome home to this charming, garden-level one bedroom, one bathroom apartment. Located in a well-maintained Art-Deco building between Harvard, Inman and Central Sq's. Featuring an enchanting private entrance through the landscaped terrace, this unit has hardwood floors, an eat-in- kitchen with gas range stove, granite counter and dishwasher, and one large-sized bedroom. The rent includes heat and hot water. There is coin-operated laundry and a bicycle storage room in the building. The shared rooftop deck will take your breath away, with nearly 360 degree views of the Boston skyline, Harvard and Central Squares, Charlestown and beyond. No pets, please. Heat and Hot water are included. Tenant pays cooking gas, electricity, and cable/internet. Flexible move in date: available anytime between September 5th - October 1st!

Property History

Market Insights

1
Price Changes
4.2%
Price Range

Property Timeline

Price Reduced
Sep 5, 2026
$2,300 $100 (-4.17%)
From $2,400 to $2,300 (-4.2%)
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Listed for Rent
Aug 29, 2026
$2,400
Original listing
Agent: Sara Adgate Office: Compass

Tax History

Year Taxes Assessment
Tax history not available

Facts & Features

Home Facts

Type Residential Lease
Style Condominium
Living Area 542 sq ft
Lot Size 99,999 sq ft
Bedrooms 1
Full Baths 1
Total Rooms 3

Rental Details

Available Sep 5, 2026
Lease Term Term of Rental(12)
Rent Includes Heat, Hot Water, Snow Removal, Gardener, Extra Storage, Garden Area, Laundry Facilities
Security Deposit $2,300
Required DepositReferences
Pets No
Pet Policy No Pets
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Fireplace None
Basement None
Laundry Common Area, In Building
Features Elevator, High Speed Internet
Construction None
Architecture None
Roof None
Features Deck - Roof, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden
Pool None
Spa None
Fencing Fenced
Patio/Porch Deck - Roof
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 - Oct 1st
Accepted Financing None
Structure Type []
Unit/Building D
Sq Ft Source Master Deed
Documents None
County Middlesex
Total market time (incl. prior listings) 11 days

Property Overview

Property Type
Condominium
Listing Type
For Rent
Bedrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Living Area
542 sq ft
Total Rooms
3

Floor Layout

Interior Features

Flooring:
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer
Interior Features: Elevator, High Speed Internet
Windows:
Basement:
Laundry: Common Area, In Building
Security: Security System

Construction & Materials

Structure Type:
Exterior Materials:
Roof:
Foundation:

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

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

Exterior & Lot

Exterior Features: Deck - Roof, Professional Landscaping, Fenced Yard, Garden
Patio & Porch: Deck - Roof
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

10 schools
C
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
0.4 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
0.7 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
St. Peter Elementary School
1.4 mi
Grades PK-08
Cambridge Montessori School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-06
Cambridge Friends School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
Shady Hill School
1.7 mi
Grades PK-08
A
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
1.9 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
Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.
2.5 mi
Grades 01-12
Fayerweather Street School
2.8 mi
Grades PK-08
A
John M Tobin School
0.2 mi | #116 of 825 | Score: 58.4
Dropped 13 spots from last year
+0.2 above state avg
307 students Very Diverse
Diverse Student Body
Grades PK-05
M

Middle Schools

5 schools
Allium Montessori School
0.8 mi
Grades 01-06
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
0.7 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
1.0 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
A
Rindge Avenue Upper School
1.8 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
H

High Schools

3 schools
NuVu Innovation School
0.7 mi
Grades 08-12
Farr Academy School
0.7 mi
Grades 07-12
B-
Community Charter School of Cambridge
1.1 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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36 Highland Ave # D, Cambridge MA 02139

Cambridge, MA 02139

Listing Information

Listing Agent Sara Adgate
Listing Office Compass
Office Phone 781-285-8028
Agent MLS ID CN216787
Office MLS ID AN4191
Listing Data Updated Sep 8, 2026 3:05 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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