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A Storybook Poet?s Cottage


498 Franklin St Cambridge, MA

2 Bed
2 Bath

1,406 Sq. Ft.
2 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,300
1406 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Barnwell Keagan LLC
A Storybook Poet?s Cottage
$3,300
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Discover the timeless charm of this enchanting 1868 clapboard single-family home, a Provincetown poets cottage nestled in the heart of Riverside. Though modest in scale, this beautifully maintained residence lives remarkably large, offering abundant natural light, lovely views, and thoughtful details throughout. A welcoming front porch, complete with a generous swing perfect for reading or lingering conversations, sets the tone for this special home. Inside, the living room features exposed beams, warm hardwood floors, and an elegant Danish wood stove, creating a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere. The full eat-in kitchen serves as the heart of the home, with a dedicated writing nook, wine refrigerator, and custom barnwood cabinetry. Both bathrooms have their own distinctive character: a full main-level bath with a walk-in shower and a luminous upstairs bath featuring a glass-enclosed shower and classic clawfoot tub. Three open exposures bring exceptional light and long views into the home, including a peaceful outlook toward the leafy pocket park across the street. A dry, full-height basement adds valuable space with laundry facilities, a workbench, and abundant storage. include two-car parking and an enviable Riverside location, surrounded by tree-lined streets and close to Harvard, Central Square, and the Charles River. Charming, character-rich, and wonderfully located, this rare Riverside cottage offers a peaceful retreat with the convenience of city living an exceptional home for those who appreciate history, creativity, and timeless New England character

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Contact Name: Jim Patterson
Total Unit Count: 1
Last Updated: Updated 20 hours ago
Contact Number: (617) 798-5770
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Barnwell Keagan LLC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for A Storybook Poet?s Cottage by bedroom type below.
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$118,800
per year
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A Storybook Poet?s Cottage Rent vs. Cambridge Average

 A Storybook Poet?s Cottage      Cambridge Average
2BR
$3,300
$4,337
$0
$1,450
$2,900
$4,350
$5,800

A Storybook Poet?s Cottage is asking 24% less than the average 2 bedroom apartment in Cambridge.

If you upsized to an average priced Cambridge 3 bedroom apartment, you would pay 11% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Cambridge 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 34% less per month.

A Storybook Poet?s Cottage provides 36% more square footage than the average Cambridge 2 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
A Storybook Poet?s Cottage
2BR $3,300 $2.30 $9,900
Cambridge Average
Studio $2,867 $5.50 $8,602
1BR $3,236 $4.60 $9,709
2BR $4,337 $4.20 $13,011
3BR $4,882 $4.20 $14,646
4BR $6,514 $4.40 $19,543

Availability in Cambridge

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 153 1BR units on the market in Cambridge. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

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Available Units in Cambridge
Studio 40
1BR 153
2BR 121
3BR 46
4BR 17
Location
Nearby Colleges
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes, there is 1 unit available at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
There are no units with move-in dates in the next 2 months.
What's the square footage of the available units?
It's 1,406 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
The property manager did not submit a pet policy with this listing.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 498 Franklin St in Cambridge, MA. It's 0.6 miles west from the center of Cambridge.
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