8 Holly Ave, Unit 1

(781) 984-8626
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Cambridge, MA 02138

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8 Holly Ave, Unit 1

8 Holly Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138
(781) 984-8626
8 Holly Ave, Unit 1 in Cambridge, MA - Building Photo
3 Bedroom - Condo for Rent
Unit 1
  • 3BR, 3BACondo
  • $7,500Total Monthly Price13 Month Lease Term
  • 2,040Square Feet
  • 04-01-2026Availability

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About 8 Holly Ave, Unit 1

Available 4/1 or 5/1: Be the first to enjoy maiden tenancy in this beautifully gut-renovated home, rebuilt to the studs by a highly regarded local builder. Set on a quiet, tree-lined street in one of Cambridge's most desirable neighborhoods, it offers 2,040 sq ft of flexible living space and central air throughout. The main level features open-concept living and dining, gas fireplace, a sleek kitchen with large island, custom cabinetry, and Fisher & Paykel appliances, two full bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The lower level adds a spacious bonus living area with wet bar, mudroom, additional bedroom, full spa like bath, laundry, and extra room for an office, gym/yoga, or storage. Private patio and deck. Convenient to Fresh Pond, Danehy Park, Alewife Station, Porter and Davis Squares, Harvard University, public transit, and major routes. Equally located between Porter and Harvard Squares. Application with credit & background check. First & last month rent required before move in. Tenant pays gas, electric, plus any cable or internet. No security deposit required (1st and last month's rent only). Street parking. 1 dog may be negotiable.

8 Holly Ave, Unit 1 is located in the Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood and 02138 Zip code of Cambridge, MA.

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Lease Terms

  • 13 Month Lease

Fees and Policies

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Personal Add-Ons

Broker Fee$0

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Features and Amenities

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Patio
  • Deck

Recreation and Fitness

  • Spa

Interior Features

  • Fireplace
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Wet Bar
  • Mud Room
  • Office
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8 Holly Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

Frequently Asked Questions about 8 Holly Ave, Unit 1

What type of rentals are available at 8 Holly Ave, Unit 1?

There is currently a 3 Bed 3 Bath Condo for rent with 2,040 listed at 8 Holly Ave. It is Available April 1, 2026.

How much is the rent at 8 Holly Ave, Unit 1?

8 Holly Ave, Unit 1 at 8 Holly Ave is currently listed at $7,500.

What area of town is 8 Holly Ave, Unit 1 located in?

Located in the Neighborhood Nine Neighborhood, 8 Holly Ave, Unit 1 is in the 02138 Zip Code of Cambridge, MA.

Nearby Schools

Maria L. Baldwin

Cambridge
85 Oxford Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (340 Students)
8/10

Rindge Avenue Upper School

Cambridge
70 Rindge Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (274 Students)
8/10

John M. Tobin Montessori School

Cambridge
359 Broadway
Public School - Grades PK-5 (320 Students)
8/10

Vassal Lane Upper School

Cambridge
158 Spring Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (273 Students)
7/10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

Cambridge
459 Broadway
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1867 Students)
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 8 Holly Ave, Unit 1.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Longfellow Historic Site

Longfellow Historic Site
4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away

Bunker Hill Monument

Bunker Hill Monument
6 minute drive / 2.85 miles away

Museum of Science - Boston

1 Science Park
6 minute drive / 3.15 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

16 Beacon St
4 minute drive / 1.45 miles away

Petco

119 1st St
5 minute drive / 2.78 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Lesley University

1815 Massachusetts Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

Harvard University

Massachusetts Hall
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Lesley University - Porter Campus

1815 Massachusetts Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.77 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

340 River St
4 minute drive / 1.55 miles away

Trader Joe's

748 Memorial Dr
5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away

Stop & Shop

137 Harvard St
6 minute drive / 2.97 miles away

Hospitals

Mount Auburn Hospital

330 Mount Auburn Street
1 minute drive / 0.41 miles away

Cambridge Health Alliance

1493 Cambridge Street
4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

Arbour Human Resource Institute

227 Babcock Street
4 minute drive / 2.07 miles away

Military Bases

Boston Support Center

8 minute drive / 4.11 miles away

Hanscom Air Force Base

19 minute drive / 9.19 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Fenway Park

4 Yawkey Way
6 minute drive / 2.81 miles away

The Boston Public Garden

87 Mount Vernon Street
7 minute drive / 3.5 miles away

Freedom Trail

148 Tremont Street
8 minute drive / 3.81 miles away

8 Holly Ave, Unit 1 has 5 parks within 4.0 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
7 minute drive / 3.28 miles away

Sibling Rivalry

525 Tremont St.
8 minute drive / 3.89 miles away

Modern Pastry

257 Hanover Street
8 minute drive / 4.01 miles away

Shopping Centers

One Winthrop Square

1 JFK St
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Galleria At Harvard Square

57 John F Kennedy St
2 minute drive / 0.72 miles away

Porter Square Galleria

1 Porter Sq
2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

8 Holly Ave, Unit 1 has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.

Transit Stations

Harvard Square Station-Red Line

1400 Massachusetts Ave
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

Porter Square Station-Red Line

877 Somerville Ave
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

Davis Station-Red Line

12 Holland St
3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away

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