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What will $2,800 rent you in Cambridge, right now?

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Published on February 01, 2019
What will $2,800 rent you in Cambridge, right now?262 Monsignor O'Brien Highway, #707. | Photos: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Cambridge?

We've rounded up the latest rental listings via rental site Zumper to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to finding an apartment in Cambridge if you don't want to spend more than $2,800/month on rent.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)

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262 Monsignor O'Brien Highway, #707 (East Cambridge)

Listed at $2,800/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 262 Monsignor O'Brien Highway, #707.

The unit boasts stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring, marble countertops, in-unit laundry and heated bathroom floors. Building amenities include garage parking for a fee and a fitness center. Animals are not allowed. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is very walkable, is easy to get around on a bicycle and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

146 Lexington Ave. (West Cambridge)

Next, check out this 600-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit that's located at 146 Lexington Ave. It's listed for $2,750/month.

In the furnished unit, you'll find hardwood flooring, in-unit laundry, closet space and air conditioning. Pets are not welcome. There is no leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is a "biker's paradise" and has good transit options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

618 Concord Ave. (Cambridge Highlands)

Located at 618 Concord Ave., here's a studio apartment that's also listed for $2,750/month.

Apartment amenities include hardwood floors, in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. Cats and dogs are not welcome. There is no leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is somewhat walkable, is great for biking and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

29 Forest St. (Aggasiz - Harvard North)

Then, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located at 29 Forest St. It's listed for $2,735/month.

In the apartment, expect hardwood floors, a gas stove, a dishwasher and ample natural light. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address has excellent walkability, is great for biking and is a haven for transit riders.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

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