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The University Apartments

1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

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Floor Plan Summary
Monthly RentBedroomsBathrooms
$3,200 - $3,6002 1 Bath

Rent Specials

One month free rent with new 12 month lease!

Pricing and Floor Plans

2 bedroom, 1 bath

$3,200 - $3,600
2 Beds, 1 Bath
846 - 863 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
502
$3,600
863
Now
104
$3,200
846
7/15/25
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12

Property Information

  • Built in 1920
  • 26 units / 6 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Move-In Fees

  • Administrative Fee
    $0
  • Application Fee
    $0

Property Highlights

  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Heat and Hot Water Included
  • Reserved off-street parking available
  • Unique floor plans
  • Wall accents & built in shelves
  • Hardwood flooring or contemporary carpeting
  • Climate controlled storage available
  • Gas Cooking
  • Professionally landscaped grounds
  • Controlled building access with intercom

Apartment Features

  • Bay Window
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Intercom
  • Kitchen
  • Office

Community Features

  • Elevator
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Online Services
  • Public Transportation
  • Recycling
  • Utilities Included

Nearby Colleges & Universities

Cambridge CollegeWalk: 3 min (0.2 mi)
Harvard UniversityWalk: 11 min (0.6 mi)
Lesley UniversityDrive: 2 min (1.1 mi)
MITDrive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
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Area Scores

Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
97
Out of 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
78
Out of 100
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
92
Out of 100
Busy
Soundscore™
67
Out of 100

Transit

Subway
Central Square Station
1 min Drive
Red Line - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway (The T)
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway
Subway
Harvard Square Station
1 min Drive
Red Line - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway (The T)
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Subway
Commuter Rail
Porter Square
3 min Drive
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Commuter Rail
Commuter Rail
Yawkey
5 min Drive
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Commuter Rail
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
15 min Drive
Logan International

Moving to Mid-Cambridge, Cambridge, MA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The University Apartments proximity to Harvard Square, Galleria At Harvard Square, and The Shops At Charles Square. Harvard Square is 0.9 miles away, and Galleria At Harvard Square is within a 9 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 78, The University Apartments has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 7.4 miles. Transit options include Harvard Square Station and Central Square Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The University Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.5 miles, including Harvard Museum of Natural History, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Longfellow National Historic Site.

Airports

Living in Mid-Cambridge provides easy access to General Edward Lawrence Logan International, located just 15 minutes from The University Apartments.

Schools

Martin Luther King Jr.
Grades PK-5
Public
8
Out of 10
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
Grades PK-K
Private
NR
Out of 10
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Grades 6-8
Public
8
Out of 10
St. Paul's Choir School
Grades 4-8
Private
NR
Out of 10
Cambridge Rindge and Latin
Grades 9-12
Public
6
Out of 10
Castle School
Grades 9-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
GreatSchools Rating

About The University Apartments

The University is located at 1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA and is managed by Jones Lang LaSalle, a reputable property management company with verified listings on RENTCafe. The University offers Studio to Three Bedroom apartments ranging in... size from 373 to 875 sq. ft. Amenities include Carpeting, Gas Cooking, Mini-Blinds, High Speed Internet, Recycling and more. For more details, contact our office at or use the online contact form and well get back to you as soon as possible.

The University Apartments is an apartment community

Contact

Property Address:
1039 Massachusetts Ave,
Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone Number: (857) 799-5574
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • SaturdayCLOSED

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