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Thorndike Street Apartments

218 Thorndike St., Cambridge, MA, 02141

1-2 beds 1 bath 771-1,226 sqft

All about this rental

Quick overview

Type:
Apartment
Neighborhood:
East Cambridge
ZIP code:
02141
Status:
Active
Last checked:
1 hour ago

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Perks of living here

Convenience

Enjoy Easy Elevator Access, 24-hour Emergency Maintenance, Onsite Trash & Recycling Service, and Complimentary Storage to simplify your daily routine.

Security

Feel secure with Controlled Building Access with Intercom for added safety.

Lifestyle

You're within Walking Distance to MBTA Bus Service and have Immediate Access to the eclectic shops, cafes, and restaurants of Cambridge.

Fitness

Keep active with an Interior Bicycle Storage Rack for cycling enthusiasts.

Outdoors

Reserved Off-Street Parking ensures convenience for drivers.

Design

The Traditional Architecture adds timeless charm to the property.

Standout

Being just Minutes to world-renowned MIT, Harvard, and downtown Boston makes this location truly special.

Shared spaces & benefits

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Controlled building access with intercom
  • Reserved off-street parking available
  • Interior bicycle storage rack
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Complimentary storage
  • Onsite trash & recycling service
  • Easy elevator access
  • Immediate access to the eclectic shops, cafes, and restaurants of Cambridge
  • Walking distance to MBTA Bus service
  • Minutes to world-renowned MIT, Harvard and downtown Boston

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Fees & policies

Pet policy

No pets allowed.
The fees are estimates and actual amounts may vary. Pricing and availability are subject to change. For details, .

Contact info
Jones Lang LaSalle
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Get to know the area

Know your way around

96
Walker's paradise
Walk Score®
76
Excellent transit
Transit Score®
98
Biker's paradise
Bike Score®
The area around 218 Thorndike St., Cambridge, MA, 02141 is a walker’s paradise. With nearly all services and amenities close by, running errands on foot is a breeze. The area has excellent public transportation, providing a variety of reliable options for commuting. 218 Thorndike St., Cambridge, MA, 02141 is located in a biker’s paradise, with an extensive and well-maintained cycling infrastructure for seamless biking.
Walkability data provided by Walk Score®

Plan your commute

  • Cambridge's city center
    6 min
    11 min
    34 min
    17 min
Commute times provided by Walk Score® Travel Time.

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Average utility cost in Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, renters typically spend around $475 per month on utilities, with costs ranging from $35 for internet to $170 for electricity, depending on factors like home size, season, and usage.

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Electricity
$170
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Gas
$133
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Water
$37
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Sewer
$36
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Cable
$64
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Internet
$35

Company ratings
How are these reviews collected?
4 (6 reviews)
Staff 4
Location 3.5
Value 4
Maintenance 4.5
Amenities 4
Parking 4.2
Noise 4
Ratings based on reviews from other properties managed by Jones Lang LaSalle.

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FAQs about Thorndike Street Apartments

When was this property’s information last updated?

The details for Thorndike Street Apartments were last updated 1 hour ago.

What floor plans are available?

Thorndike Street Apartments offers the following floor plan options: one-bedroom, two-bedroom.

Is Thorndike Street Apartments pet-friendly?

Unfortunately, Thorndike Street Apartments is not pet-friendly.

What neighborhood is this property in?

218 Thorndike St., Cambridge, MA, 02141 is in East Cambridge.

What are popular apartment communities in East Cambridge?

Popular apartment communities in East Cambridge include: Linea Cambridge Apartments, Chroma, 929 Mass, Forest Court, John Harvard Apartments.

How far is Thorndike Street Apartments from the city center?

Thorndike Street Apartments is approximately 6 minutes away by car from the city center.

What's the best way to get around the area?

The area around 218 Thorndike St., Cambridge, MA, 02141 is a walker’s paradise. With nearly all services and amenities close by, running errands on foot is a breeze. The area has excellent public transportation, providing a variety of reliable options for commuting. 218 Thorndike St., Cambridge, MA, 02141 is located in a biker’s paradise, with an extensive and well-maintained cycling infrastructure for seamless biking.

What childcare centers are close by?

Nearby childcare centers include Kiddie Academy, Rock & Roll Daycare, Snowdrop Montessori.

What schools are close by?

Nearby schools include Vassal Lane Upper School, Kennedy-Longfellow School, Cambridge Street Upper School.

What colleges are close by?

Nearby colleges include Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Bunker Hill Community College, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

What are the price ranges for the units in this building?

Prices in Thorndike Street Apartments are at:
  • $2,700 for one-bedroom units
  • $3,283-$3,471 for two-bedroom units

How does this rent compare with rents in Cambridge?

Rent in Cambridge averages at $3,611, compared to prices of $2,700-$3,471 /mo at Thorndike Street Apartments.

Are there any other apartments around for the same amount?

Does the rent at Thorndike Street Apartments include utilities?

No, utilities are not included in the rent at Thorndike Street Apartments. Tenants are typically responsible for all utilities.

Are there any reviews or ratings related to Thorndike Street Apartments or its management company?

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