Home / Boston Area Apartments / Cambridge / KBL
38 Photos
Photos Floor Plans Amenities
Updated 19 minutes ago

KBL


129 Franklin St Cambridge, MA

Studio - 3 Bed
•
1 - 2 Bath

598 - 1,832 Sq. Ft.

Available Now
Deal

Free Base Rent until 2027! *Limited time offer, 11+ month lease term. Inquire for more details.

Studio • 1 Bath
$3,250 - $6,063
890 ft2
1 Available
KBL-0418
$3,250+
Available Now
View
View Rented Units
Studio • 1 Bath
$2,890 - $5,391
710 ft2
1 Available
KBL-0309
$2,890+
Available Now
View
Studio • 1 Bath
$3,075 - $5,742
708 ft2
1 Available
KBL-0408
$3,075+
Available Nov 11th, 2026
View
Studio • 1 Bath
$2,370 - $3,890
598 ft2
1 Available
KBL-0501
$2,370+
Available Jan 1st, 2027
View
View More
1 Bed • 1 Bath
$3,212 - $5,296
815 ft2
0 Available
KBL-0145
$3,212+
Rented
View
KBL-0143
$3,295+
Rented
View
KBL-0141
$3,357+
Rented
View
1 Bed • 1 Bath
$3,501 - $5,701
851 ft2
0 Available
KBL-0305
$3,501+
Rented
View
1 Bed • 1 Bath
$3,220 - $6,018
910 ft2
0 Available
KBL-0502
$3,220+
Rented
View
1 Bed • 1 Bath
$3,595 - $6,579
984 ft2
0 Available
KBL-0142
$3,595+
Rented
View
1 Bed • 1 Bath
$3,230 - $6,033
777 ft2
0 Available
KBL-0148
$3,230+
Rented
View
View More
2 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,995 - $6,564
1280 ft2
1 Available
KBL-0422
$3,995+
Available Now
View
View Rented Units
2 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,960 - $6,504
1274 ft2
1 Available
KBL-0314
$3,960+
Available Now
View
View Rented Units
2 Beds • 2 Bath
$Ask
1214 ft2
1 Available
KBL-0121
$Ask
Available Feb 5th, 2027
View
View More
3 Beds • 2 Bath
$5,050 - $8,296
1832 ft2
1 Available
KBL-0135
$5,050+
Available Now
View
View More
Where you'll live
Street View
Map View
Satellite View
Amenities
On-site Laundry
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Public Transportation
Controlled Access
On Bus Line
Pantry
Dishwasher
Microwave
Stainless Steel Appliances
Ceiling Fans
High / Vaulted Ceiling
Court Yard
Online Community Portal
Online Payments
Secured Entry
24-hour Maintenance
Cable-ready
Range / Oven
Freezer
Availability 24 Hours
Professional On-site Management
Rec Room
Business Center
Clubhouse
Gated Entry
High-speed Internet
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Pet Friendly Community
Pet Deposit: $85.00
Pet Rent: $85.00
Cat:

| Restrictions: None One time

Breed Restrictions:

No restrictions

Dog:

| Restrictions: None One time

Parking
Covered Parking
Electric Vehicle Charging
Lease & Fees
Lease Length:

None

Application Deposit:

1000.00 One time due at Application

Utilities Not Transferred - Admin Fee:

10.00 Per occurrence

Lease Modification:

250.00 Per occurrence

Early Termination Fee:

Percentage of rent One time due at move out

Late Fee:

Percentage of rent One time

Nsf Tenant Fee:

$50.00 One time

Renter's Insurance Charges:

$16.75 Monthly due with rent

Transfer Fee:

Transfer Fee One time

Property details
Description

KBL is part of The Residences of University Park Collection. Each one of the four apartment communities has its own approach to life. An outlook thoughtfully expressed in every detail. What unites them all is lush, open space. Which one fits you?
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Kennedy Biscuit Lofts (KBL) were once home to the Frank A. Kennedy Steam Bakery, which produced Lorna Doone and Fig Newton cookies. Today, many of the architectural details original to its 1875 construction, like exposed brick walls and wooden beams, add to the charm of each open floorplan apartment. Come tour today.
We are committed to transparent pricing. All-in price includes base rent and required monthly fees based on default selections. Optional and usage-based fees are not included. Security deposit amounts may vary based on screening results. Prices, fees, and availability are subject to change and can vary based on the unit, lease term, and move-in date. Promotions may be condit

Additional Details
Pet Rent - Cat: 40.00 Monthly
Pet Rent - Dog: 85.00 Monthly
Storage (lockers): 90.00 Monthly
Renter's Insurance Charges: 16.75 Monthly due at Move in
Nsf Tenant Fee: 50.00 Per occurrence
Key Replacement: 25.00 Per occurrence
Lock Out Fees: 100.00 Per occurrence
Smoking Violation: 500.00 Per occurrence
Subletting Violation: 500.00 Per occurrence
Total Unit Count: 142
Last Updated: Updated 19 minutes ago
Contact Number: (617) 958-2244
Property manager information
LyvWell
Office Hours
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Comcast Corporation 987.0 35.0
Starry, Inc. 200.0 200.0
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
netBlazr Inc. 50.0 50.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
Photos Floor Plans Amenities
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 KBL by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$104,300
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$143,200
per year
3 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$181,800
per year
Rent report

KBL Rent vs. Cambridge Average

 KBL      Cambridge Average
Studio
$2,896
$2,867
$0
$950
$1,900
$2,850
$3,800
2BR
$3,978
$4,337
$0
$1,450
$2,900
$4,350
$5,800
3BR
$5,050
$4,882
$0
$1,650
$3,300
$4,950
$6,600

KBL is asking 8% 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.

KBL provides 24% more square footage than the average Cambridge 2 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
KBL
Studio $2,896 $4.00 $8,689
2BR $3,978 $3.10 $11,933
3BR $5,050 $2.80 $15,150
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 154 1BR units on the market in Cambridge. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
8% 43% 33% 12% 4%
Available Units in Cambridge
Studio 28
1BR 154
2BR 118
3BR 44
4BR 13
Location
Nearby Colleges
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 8 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 7 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 5 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 598 to 1,832 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio, 2 and 3 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $2,370 to $8,296. KBL has studio units available starting at $2,370, 2 bedroom units available starting at $3,960, and 3 bedroom units available starting at $5,050.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 129 Franklin St in Cambridge, MA. It's 0.5 miles south from the center of Cambridge.
Call