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22 Water St, Cambridge, MA 02141
(857) 361-7766
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Zinc

22 Water St
Cambridge, MA 02141
(857) 361-7766
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  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $2,876–$5,377Rent Pricing
  • 554–1,475Square Feet

About Zinc

Where you work, where you play it matters. Its where you choose to spend your time, so why not make it your home too? Located within Cambridge Crossing in the heart of East Cambridge near Kendall Square, ZINC Apartments places you just minutes from the areas best nightlife, dining, and cultural attractions. Your urban lifestyle doesnt stop outside your front door. With a modern design, luxury amenities, and a 15,000-square foot garden terrace, youll feel the pulse of the city at every turn in any of our apartments for rent.

Zinc is located in the East Cambridge Neighborhood and 02141 Zip code of Cambridge, MA. This community is professionally managed by Greystar Real Estate Partners

Unique Features and Amenities

  • App Dishwasher
  • App Refrigerator
  • App W/D
  • Appliances Stainless
  • Bark Park
  • Closet Walk-In
  • Flooring Hardwood
  • Granite Counters
  • Online Rent Payments
  • Storage
  • Svc Air Conditioning
  • TV Lounge

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Zinc offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,876 and having 554–1,475 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    From $2,876

    Freud

    Studio, 1 Bath, 554 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,041Available Now1414554
    $2,906Available Now0916554
    $2,956 June 24, 20250822554

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $2,876 - $3,041

    Rent Pricing

    • $2,906 - $3,041

    Unit 1414 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,041

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,876 - $3,041

    Unit 0916 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,906

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,876 - $3,041

    Unit 0822 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,956

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,876 - $3,041

    $3,252

    Goodyear

    Studio, 1 Bath, 695 sq ftLargest StudioThis is the largest Studio at this PropertyAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,252Available Now0504695

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 0504 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,252

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,252

    From $3,403

    Tesla

    Studio, 1 Bath, 648 sq ftAvailable Jul 7

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,428 July 7, 20251504648
    $3,468 July 18, 20251304648
    $3,403 August 8, 20251004648

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,403 - $3,468

    Rent Pricing

    • $3,403 - $3,468

    Unit 1504 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,428

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,403 - $3,468

    Unit 1304 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,468

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,403 - $3,468

    Unit 1004 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,403

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,403 - $3,468

    Freud - H

    Studio, 1 Bath, 554 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableFreud - H554 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Zuckerberg

    Studio, 1 Bath, 585 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableZuckerberg585 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Bezos

    Studio, 1 Bath, 635 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableBezos635 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Mendel - H

    Studio, 1 Bath, 637 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableMendel - H637 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Mendel

    Studio, 1 Bath, 637 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableMendel637 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Watt

    Studio, 1 Bath, 640 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableWatt640 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Barton

    Studio, 1 Bath, 680 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableBarton680 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator
    Show Unavailable Floorplans

  • 1 Bedroom

    From $3,370

    Nobel

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 741 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,385Available Now0612741
    $3,470 June 23, 20251128741
    $3,375 June 25, 20250508741

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,300 - $3,470

    Rent Pricing

    • $3,375 - $3,470

    Unit 0612 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,385

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,300 - $3,470

    Unit 1128 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,470

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,300 - $3,470

    Unit 0508 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,375

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,300 - $3,470

    From $3,446

    Curie

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 785 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,491Available Now0414785
    $3,446 July 14, 20251421785

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price Range

    • $3,446 - $3,491

    Rent Pricing

    • $3,446 - $3,491

    Unit 0414 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,491

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,446 - $3,491

    Unit 1421 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,446

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,446 - $3,491

    $3,810

    Ford

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 951 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,810Available Now0312951

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 0312 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,810

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,810

    $3,904

    Da Vinci

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 874 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,904Available Now1405874

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1405 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,904

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,904

    $3,836

    Nobel - R

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 741 sq ftAvailable Jul 16

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,836 July 16, 20250610741

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 0610 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,836

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,836

    $3,284

    Hawking

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 843 sq ftCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Aug 12

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,284 August 12, 20250609843

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 0609 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,284

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,284

    Rand - R

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 627 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableRand - R627 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Rand

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 627 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableRand627 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Edison

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 715 sq ft 

    Model Gallery

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableEdison715 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Nobel - H

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 741 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableNobel - H741 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Brin

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 782 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableBrin782 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Curie - H

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 785 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableCurie - H785 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Page

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 833 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailablePage833 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Hawking - H

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 843 sq ft 

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableHawking - H843 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Da Vinci - R

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 874 sq ft 

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableDa Vinci - R874 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Wright

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 957 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableWright957 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Winfrey

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1027 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableWinfrey1027 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Jobs

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1027 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableJobs1027 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Gates

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1129 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableGates1129 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator
    Show Unavailable Floorplans

  • 2 Bedrooms

    $5,118

    Grossman

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1308 sq ftAvailable Now

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $5,118Available Now02031308

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 0203 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $5,118

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $5,118

    $5,377

    Branson

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1205 sq ftAvailable Jun 30

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $5,377 June 30, 202514021205

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1402 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $5,377

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $5,377

    $4,401

    Darwin

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1144 sq ftCheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyAvailable Aug 25

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $4,401 August 25, 202505321144

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 0532 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $4,401

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $4,401

    $4,652

    Arden

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1158 sq ftAvailable Sep 17

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    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $4,652 September 17, 202510241158

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1024 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $4,652

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $4,652

    Darwin - R

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1144 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableDarwin - R1144 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Newton

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1158 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableNewton1158 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Franklin - H

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1169 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableFranklin - H1169 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Franklin

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1169 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableFranklin1169 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Branson - R

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1205 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableBranson - R1205 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Bell

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1212 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableBell1212 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Floorplan Fry

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1258 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableFry1258 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Fry - R

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1258 sq ft 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableFry - R1258 sq ft

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    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator

    Einstein

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1475 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property 

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    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableEinstein1475 sq ft

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    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Refrigerator
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
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.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 3 months, 4 months, 5 months, 6 months, 7 months, 8 months, 9 months, 10 months, 11 months, 12 months, 13 months, 14 months
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Pet Policy

Pet Policy - Cats

  • $75 Monthly Pet Rent

Pet Policy - Dogs

  • $75 Monthly Pet Rent
  • Rottweiler, Doberman Pinscher, Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Chow, Presa Canarias, Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Wolf Hyrbid Or Any Mix Thereof.
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Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Concierge

Community Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Granite Countertops
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22 Water St, Cambridge, MA 02141

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Getting Around

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

99 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

78 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zinc

Where is Zinc located?

Zinc is located at 22 Water St near the East Cambridge area of Cambridge, MA

What is the current rent range at Zinc?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Zinc currently range from $2,876 to $5,377

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Zinc are
  • Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The Zinc Apartments are 7.37% cheaper than the average apartment in the East Cambridge area, and 6.37% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the East Cambridge Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,876$3,059-$183-6.0%
    1 Bedroom$3,284$3,883-$599-15.4%
    2 Bedroom$4,401$4,432-$31-0.7%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Cambridge

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$2,876$2,744+$1324.8%
    1 Bedroom$3,284$3,268+$160.5%
    2 Bedroom$4,401$3,869+$53213.8%

    Methodology: On 06/14/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1028 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Zinc (East Cambridge), and 11151 other apartment communities in Cambridge using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 06/14/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

4.6
99 Renters Reviews
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  • Verified Renter

    June 4, 2025
    I'd like to share a few thoughts about my apartment, Zinc. it's exceptionally clean and very well maintained. The location is also unbeatable - just 2 minuite walk from Lechmere Station, which makes commuting incredibly convenient. One thing I truly appreciate is the management team's responsiveness. Whenever I submit a work order, they respond promptly and resolve the issue quickly and efficiently. Another thing I really enjoy is the proximity to Cambridge Crossing Park, with beautiful and ...
    therapeutic scenery that offers a peaceful escape from daily routines. The surrounding area also features a variety of great restaurants, making the neighborhood both relaxing and vibrant. Overall, I've had an outstanding experience living here and would highly recommend Zinc to anyone looking for a place that combines comfort, convenience, and excellent service.

    • Property Manager Responded

      June 7, 2025
      Good Morning and Thanks so much for such a wonderful review! We really appreciate the kind words and are so happy that you're satisfied with the community, neighborhood and staff! If there's anything at all that we can do for you, please just let us know!
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  • Verified Renter

    March 3, 2025
    Zinc is an amazing apartment where you don’t have to worry about maintenance or repair issues because they have an excellent team dedicated to handling them. They are highly responsive and resolve any issues promptly.

    • Property Manager Responded

      March 10, 2025
      You're an AMAZING resident and we're lucky to have you @ Zinc! Thanks so much for the 5 stars and kind words :)
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  • Verified Renter

    December 31, 2024
    Great apartments right next to the green line! Not too noisy especially on the higher floors. Very clean and new with helpful front desk staff

    • Property Manager Responded

      January 5, 2025
      So good to hear from you! Thanks for letting us know. Have a great day!
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  • Verified Renter

    December 20, 2024
    Super friendly and polite maintenance team. We have not used them much but they still know us by our first names. Very kind.

    • Property Manager Responded

      December 22, 2024
      You're the best! We really appreciate the positive review.
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  • Verified Renter

    November 20, 2024
    This is my second review while I've been here for five years. Zinc has been absolutely incredible in many ways. Above all, the quality of living here is of the highest standard - spacious floor plan, in-unit laundry, quick and effective maintenance, super nice staffs, etc, etc.

    • Property Manager Responded

      November 21, 2024
      Awww, thanks friend! We really appreciate your kind words about Zinc Apartments!
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  • Verified Renter

    September 25, 2024
    I love this building and as long as I hear, I will not move to another building. I love the people here I like the managers office and I love my maintenance.

    • Property Manager Responded

      October 7, 2024
      Hey - what a lovely thing to say! We appreciate you so much.
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  • Verified Renter

    September 19, 2024
    I have been living at Zinc for the last two years, and one of the standout features of this apartment is the exceptional maintenance service. Any issue I've encountered has been addressed promptly and efficiently by the maintenance team. They are quick to respond and always ensure that the work is completed to a high standard. It’s reassuring to know that the property is well taken care of, and it adds to the overall positive living experience here. I highly recommend Zinc for anyone looking for ...
    a well-maintained and comfortable place to live.

    • Property Manager Responded

      October 1, 2024
      Hi - thanks for letting us know we went Beyond Expectations! We'll be sure to share with the team here at Zinc Apartments!
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  • Verified Renter

    August 26, 2024
    Friendly and professional leasing and maintenance team. Made my moving experience smooth and efficient.

    • Property Manager Responded

      September 10, 2024
      You're the best! We really appreciate the positive review.
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  • Verified Renter

    August 26, 2024
    Zinc is very nice building, It has fitness center and pool table. The management team is very nice and quick to address resident’s needs. The building did new carpets and painting in common area recently. The maintenance team is quick to fix issues. It provide two yoga classes every week. All in all, it is very pleasure to live in Zinc.

    • Property Manager Responded

      September 10, 2024
      So good to hear from you! Thanks for letting us know. Have a great day!
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  • Verified Renter

    July 30, 2024
    Location, quiet neighbors, responsive and professional leasing/facility team

    • Property Manager Responded

      August 7, 2024
      We love FIVE star reviews! Thank you for taking the time to let us know!
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  • Verified Renter

    July 15, 2024
    Clean, fun events, good management and maintenance staff, and the walls in the apartment are nearly soundproof.

    • Property Manager Responded

      July 18, 2024
      So good to hear from you! Thanks for letting us know. Have a great day!
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  • Verified Renter

    July 4, 2024
    Zinc is a excellent located residence with competent admisintrative staff and nice neighboors. Lovely place to live in

    • Property Manager Responded

      July 11, 2024
      So good to hear from you! Thanks for letting us know. Have a great day!
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Nearby Schools

Cambridge Street Upper School

Cambridge
840 Cambridge Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (293 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
4/10

Brackett Elementary School

Arlington Public Schools
66 Eastern Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (425 Students)
Located Nearby12 minute drive / 5.7 miles away
Property Identified
8/10

Hardy Elementary School

Arlington Public Schools
52 Lake Street
Public School - Grades K-5 (397 Students)
Located Nearby8 minute drive / 4.0 miles away
Property Identified
8/10

Boston Latin

Boston Public Schools
78 Avenue Louis Pasteur
Public School - Grades 7-12 (2423 Students)
Located Nearby5 minute drive / 2.7 miles away
Property Identified
8/10

Winthrop L Chenery Middle

Belmont
95 Washington Street
Public School - Grades 5-8 (1371 Students)
Located Nearby10 minute drive / 4.8 miles away
Property Identified
8/10

Bishop Elementary School

Arlington Public Schools
25 Columbia Road
Public School - Grades K-5 (401 Students)
Located Nearby11 minute drive / 5.3 miles away
Property Identified
8/10

Belmont High

Belmont
221 Concord Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1364 Students)
Located Nearby10 minute drive / 4.9 miles away
Property Identified
10/10

Ottoson Middle

Arlington Public Schools
63 Acton Street
Public School - Grades 7-8 (922 Students)
Located Nearby12 minute drive / 5.9 miles away
Property Identified
9/10

Kennedy-Longfellow

Cambridge
158 Spring Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (184 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Zinc.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Museum of Science - Boston
1 Science Park
1 minute drive / 0.51 miles away
Bunker Hill Monument
Bunker Hill Monument
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
USS Constitution Museum
Charleston Navy Yard, Building 22
3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Petco
119 1st St
1 minute drive / 0.19 miles away
Walgreens
16 Beacon St
3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away
Macy's
1 Summer St
4 minute drive / 1.46 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Bunker Hill Community College
250 Rutherford Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
77 Massachusetts Avenue
3 minute drive / 1.02 miles away
Suffolk University
8 Ashburton Place
3 minute drive / 1.3 miles away

Groceries

Star Market
53 Huntington Ave
4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away
Whole Foods
340 River St
5 minute drive / 1.84 miles away
Trader Joe's
748 Memorial Dr
5 minute drive / 1.92 miles away

Hospitals

Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary
243 Charles Street
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away
Massachusetts General Hospital
55 Fruit Street
2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away
Shriners Hospital For Children - Boston
51 Blossom Street
2 minute drive / 0.82 miles away

Military Bases

Boston Support Center
4 minute drive / 1.48 miles away
Hanscom Air Force Base
25 minute drive / 11.69 miles away

Parks and Recreation

The Boston Public Garden
87 Mount Vernon Street
3 minute drive / 1.01 miles away
Boston Common
Tremont Street
3 minute drive / 1.31 miles away
Freedom Trail
148 Tremont Street
3 minute drive / 1.32 miles away

Zinc has 5 parks within 1.7 miles, including The Boston Public Garden, Boston Common, Freedom Trail, The Freedom Trail, and New England Holocaust Museum.

Restaurants and Dining

Modern Pastry
257 Hanover Street
4 minute drive / 1.37 miles away
Atlantic Fish Company
761 Boylston Street
4 minute drive / 1.44 miles away
Legal Sea Foods
255 State Street
4 minute drive / 1.63 miles away

Shopping Centers

Cambridgeside
100 Cambridgeside Pl
1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away
Twin City Plaza
14-22 McGrath Hwy
1 minute drive / 0.38 miles away
Bunker Hill Mall
5-31 Austin St
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

Zinc has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.

Transit Stations

Lechmere Station-Green Line - E
85 Cambridge St
1 minute drive / 0.15 miles away
Community College Station-Orange Line
Austin Street and Rutherford Ave
1 minute drive / 0.58 miles away
Kendall Station-Red Line
97 Carleton St
1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Cambridge Studio Apartments $2,744$1,300$10,000+
Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,268$955$10,000+
Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,869$1,350$10,000+
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,208$1,050$10,000+
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,997$850$10,000+
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments $5,764$925$10,000+
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments $7,066$900$10,000+

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