278 Harvard St, Unit 8

$1,995
Price
Studio
Beds
280 Sq. Ft.
$86 / Sq. Ft.
280
Sq. Ft.
$86
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This bright, spacious studio offers the perfect blend of comfort and location in Mid-Cambridge. Just minutes from the Central Square Red Line T, Harvard, MIT, and the scenic Charles River, you'll have everything you need right at your doorstep. A quick 14-minute walk (or a 3-minute bike ride) to Harvard and MIT, and only 5 minutes to Whole Foods ideal for both students and professionals. The unit features large windows that flood the space with natural light, creating an inviting and efficient living...This bright, spacious studio offers the perfect blend of comfort and location in Mid-Cambridge. Just minutes from the Central Square Red Line T, Harvard, MIT, and the scenic Charles River, you'll have everything you need right at your doorstep. A quick 14-minute walk (or a 3-minute bike ride) to Harvard and MIT, and only 5 minutes to Whole Foods ideal for both students and professionals. The unit features large windows that flood the space with natural light, creating an inviting and efficient living environment. It includes heating, water, hot water, and access to a basement washer/dryer. Some furnitures can be provided for short-term rentals. Parking is available for $160/month, and pets are welcome with landlord approval. Don't miss out on this exceptional city retreat in one of Cambridge's most desirable neighborhoods!
  1. Listed by Keystone Homes Group • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
  2. Listed by Xiaoli Yang • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest

Property Details for 278 Harvard Street, Unit 8

Town
Cambridge
Area
MA-Cambridge
Parking Spaces
.00
LISTING UPDATED: 12/17/2025 07:44 PM

Property Details for 278 Harvard Street, Unit 8

StatusNew
MLS #73462822
Days on Market2
Rental Incentives-
Available Date12/17/2025
Furnished-
Compass TypeRental
MLS TypeRental / Condominium
Year Built1873
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Keystone Homes Group; Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Xiaoli Yang
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Building Information for 278 Harvard Street, Unit 8

Building/Complex278 Harvard StFloor2Stories-Residences-Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsYes w/ RestrictionsYear Built1873Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,663 SF

Property Information for 278 Harvard Street, Unit 8

General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 280.0
  • SqFt with Basement: No
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, In Building
  • SpaYN: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Heating: Yes
Property Information
Property Info
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: 407254
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 0
Income / Expenses
  • Insurance Required: Yes
Complex & Association Information
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 8
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 2.0
Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Date Available: 12-18-2025
  • Available Now: Yes

Property History for 278 Harvard Street, Unit 8

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73462822

$1,995—
Jul 15, 2023

Rented

MLS PIN #73121791

$2,000—
Jul 8, 2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73121791

—
Jul 7, 2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73121791

—
Jun 22, 2023

Price Change

MLS PIN #73121791

$1,975—
Jun 7, 2023

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73121791

$2,050—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/17/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73462822

$1,995
07/15/2023

Rented

MLS PIN #73121791

$2,000
07/08/2023

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73121791

—
07/07/2023

Contingent

MLS PIN #73121791

—
06/22/2023

Price Change

MLS PIN #73121791

$1,975
06/07/2023

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73121791

$2,050

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Schools near 278 Harvard Street, Unit 8

This home is within Cambridge School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
King Open School
PublicPK to 5

The Amigos School
PublicPK to 8

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Public9 to 12

Cambridgeport School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

278 Harvard Street, Unit 8 is available for rent in Cambridge, MA 02139. This property was listed on December 17, 2025 by Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, it's currently listed at $1,995. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last rented on July 15, 2023. This listing's school district is Cambridge School District. Nearby schools include King Open School, The Amigos School and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School. 278 Harvard Street, Unit 8 is a 0-bed, 1-bath, 280 sqft a property built in 1873.

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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Keystone Homes Group; Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Xiaoli Yang

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