The University Apartments

1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

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The University

1039 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138
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  • Studio–3 Bedrooms
  • 373–875Square Feet

About The University

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 is located in the Mid Cambridge Neighborhood and 02138 Zip code of Cambridge, MA.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Classic historical accents
  • Climate Controlled Storage Available
  • Controlled building access with intercom
  • Dramatic cityscape views
  • Gas Cooking
  • Hardwood flooring or contemporary carpeting
  • Heat and hot water included
  • Mini-Blinds
  • Onsite trash & recycling service
  • Professionally Landscaped Grounds
  • Recently renovated homes available
  • Reserved off-street parking available
  • Spacious bathrooms with soaking tubs
  • Spacious Walk-in Closets
  • Unique Floor Plans
  • Wall accents & built in shelves
  • Windows in kitchens
  • Zipcar Service

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Property Contact Info

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

  • Studio

    Studio

    Studio, 1 Bath, 373 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableStudio373 sq ft
  • 1 Bedroom

    1 bedroom, 1 bath

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 618 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable1 bedroom, 1 bath618 sq ft
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 bedroom, 1 bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 849 sq ft
    Available Mar 1

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    March 1, 2026204849$2,780

    2 bedroom, 1 bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 801 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 bedroom, 1 bath801 sq ft
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  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 bedroom, 1 bath

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 875 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable3 bedroom, 1 bath875 sq ft
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Property Information

  • 26 Units
  • 6 Stories
  • Built in 1920

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0
Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$0

Other Fees

Storage Fees

Storage Unit

Storage RentiCharged per rentable item.$80/mo

Parking Info and Fees

Other

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets

Map

1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

Hours and Contact Info

Open Now
Currently Closed
By Appointment
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
SundayClosed

Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Cambridge
100 Putnam Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (286 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
7/10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

Cambridge
459 Broadway
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2096 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
8/10

Martin Luther King Jr.

Cambridge
102 Putnam Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-5 (401 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
8/10

The Amigos School

Cambridge
15 Upton Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (421 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
9/10

Cambridge Street Upper School

Cambridge
840 Cambridge Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (317 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
7/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The University.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Longfellow Historic Site

Longfellow Historic Site
1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away

Bunker Hill Monument

Bunker Hill Monument
5 minute drive / 1.94 miles away

Museum of Science - Boston

1 Science Park
4 minute drive / 2.02 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

16 Beacon St
1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

Petco

119 1st St
4 minute drive / 1.63 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Cambridge College

500 Rutherford Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.09 miles away

Harvard University

Massachusetts Hall
2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away

Lesley University

1815 Massachusetts Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

340 River St
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

Trader Joe's

748 Memorial Dr
2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

Star Market

53 Huntington Ave
4 minute drive / 2.18 miles away

Hospitals

Cambridge Health Alliance

1493 Cambridge Street
1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away

Mount Auburn Hospital

330 Mount Auburn Street
3 minute drive / 1.28 miles away

Arbour Human Resource Institute

227 Babcock Street
4 minute drive / 1.46 miles away

Military Bases

Boston Support Center

6 minute drive / 3.01 miles away

Hanscom Air Force Base

22 minute drive / 10.42 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Fenway Park

4 Yawkey Way
5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

The Boston Public Garden

87 Mount Vernon Street
4 minute drive / 2.29 miles away

Freedom Trail

148 Tremont Street
5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

The University has 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including Fenway Park, The Boston Public Garden, Freedom Trail, Boston Common, and The Freedom Trail.

Restaurants and Dining

Atlantic Fish Company

761 Boylston Street
4 minute drive / 2.06 miles away

Sibling Rivalry

525 Tremont St.
5 minute drive / 2.67 miles away

Modern Pastry

257 Hanover Street
6 minute drive / 2.86 miles away

Shopping Centers

One Winthrop Square

1 JFK St
1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away

Galleria At Harvard Square

57 John F Kennedy St
1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

330-340 River Street

340 River St
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

The University has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.

Transit Stations

Central Square Station-Red Line

622 Massachusetts Ave
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Harvard Square Station-Red Line

1400 Massachusetts Ave
1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away

Kendall Station-Red Line

97 Carleton St
3 minute drive / 1.32 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage PriceCheapest PriceHighest Price
Cambridge Studio Apartments $2,584$1,595$10,000+
Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,113$950$10,000+
Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,790$1,600$10,000+
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,445$1,166$10,000+
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments $5,453$1,175$10,000+
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments $6,609$975$10,000+
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments $8,742$1,500$10,000+

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