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17 Farrar St

(617) 642-8211
Cambridge, MA 02138
3 Bedroom - Home for Rent
  • 3BR, 4BA Home
  • $19,750 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $19,750

    Total Monthly Price
    $19,750
  • 5,708 Square Feet
  • 09-01-2026 Availability

About 17 Farrar St

Exquisitely detailed modern renovation of 1895 Federal style manse in the Harvard Divinity area. Three fully furnished living levels with eight fireplaces,bricked private deck and serene landscaped grounds. Master suite with well-appointed personal gym and bespoke dressing closet. Two guest bedrooms with en suite baths. Posh billiard parlor/library. Every luxurious detail curated for living pleasure and convenience. Thoughtfully designed by Richard Curl and featured in Boston Magazine. Walk to all Harvard locations,Redline T,shops and restaurants. MLS ID 73511219

17 Farrar St is located in the Harvard University Neighborhood and 02138 Zip code of Cambridge, MA.

Property Contact Info

Lease Terms

  • 12

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
Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged Per Unit.$22500

Parking Info and Fees

Garage Parking

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

On-Site Services

  • Garden Style

Interior Features

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Disposal
  • Range

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Unique Amenities

  • Garage Available
Google Map

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17 Farrar St, Cambridge, MA 02138

Getting Around

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally walkable

    All day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 70 / 100 Good public transit

    Walking distance to rapid transit and frequent bus lines

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally bikeable

    Exceptionally suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 30 / 100 Somewhat car friendly

    Some arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are likely

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Shopping

    Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 100 / 100 Parks

    Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Noise Level

    Virtually no sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about 17 Farrar St

What type of rental is available at 17 Farrar St?

There is currently a 3 Bed 4 Bath Home for rent with 5,708 sq ft listed at 17 Farrar St. It is Available September 1, 2026.

How much is the rent at 17 Farrar St?

The rental at 17 Farrar St is currently listed at $19,750.

What area of town is 17 Farrar St located in?

Located in the Harvard University Neighborhood, 17 Farrar St is in the 02138 Zip Code of Cambridge, MA.

Nearby Schools

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Cambridge School District
100 Putnam Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (286 Students)
7/10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

Cambridge School District
459 Broadway
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2096 Students)
8/10

John M. Tobin Montessori School

Cambridge School District
359 Broadway
Public School - Grades PK-5 (307 Students)
8/10

Cambridge Street Upper School

Cambridge School District
840 Cambridge Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (317 Students)
7/10

Maria L. Baldwin

Cambridge School District
85 Oxford Street
Public School - Grades PK-5 (385 Students)
8/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 17 Farrar St.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Longfellow Historic Site

Longfellow Historic Site
2 minute drive / 0.94 miles away

Bunker Hill Monument

Bunker Hill Monument
5 minute drive / 1.83 miles away

Museum of Science - Boston

1 Science Park
4 minute drive / 2.18 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

16 Beacon St
1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away

Petco

119 1st St
5 minute drive / 1.83 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Lesley University

1815 Massachusetts Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

Lesley University - Porter Campus

1815 Massachusetts Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Cambridge College

500 Rutherford Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.78 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

340 River St
3 minute drive / 1.33 miles away

Trader Joe's

748 Memorial Dr
4 minute drive / 1.52 miles away

Star Market

53 Huntington Ave
5 minute drive / 2.71 miles away

Hospitals

Cambridge Health Alliance

1493 Cambridge Street
1 minute drive / 0.49 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 / 2.11 miles away

Military Bases

Boston Support Center

6 minute drive / 3.12 miles away

Hanscom Air Force Base

21 minute drive / 10.02 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Fenway Park

4 Yawkey Way
5 minute drive / 2.38 miles away

The Boston Public Garden

87 Mount Vernon Street
5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

Freedom Trail

148 Tremont Street
6 minute drive / 2.93 miles away

17 Farrar St has 5 parks within 3.1 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
5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

Modern Pastry

257 Hanover Street
6 minute drive / 3.05 miles away

Sibling Rivalry

525 Tremont St.
6 minute drive / 3.17 miles away

Shopping Centers

Somerville Plaza

622 Somerville Ave
1 minute drive / 0.25 miles away

Somerville Place

711-723 Somerville Ave
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

One Winthrop Square

1 JFK St
2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

17 Farrar St has 5 shopping centers within 0.8 miles.

Transit Stations

Harvard Square Station-Red Line

1400 Massachusetts Ave
1 minute drive / 0.62 miles away

Porter Square Station-Red Line

877 Somerville Ave
2 minute drive / 0.74 miles away

Central Square Station-Red Line

622 Massachusetts Ave
3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away

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