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56.5 Spring St # 56, Cambridge MA 02141

Cambridge, MA 02141

$5K
2 BD · 1 BA · 960 sf · Built 1886
The residence

**Available December 1, 2026!** A rare opportunity to rent a charming **single family home with its own private outdoor space** in the heart of East Cambridge! Ideally located on Spring Street, just moments from Kendall Square, Cambridge Crossing, and the vibrant neighborhood surrounding Lechmere, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home offers the privacy and independence of single family living in one of Cambridge's most convenient locations. Inside, high ceilings and abundant natural light create a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The spacious, updated eat in kitchen features newer appliances, gas cooking, generous cabinetry, and plenty of room for a full size dining table. Just beyond the kitchen, a large, private fenced patio provides a wonderful extension of the living space, with ample room for outdoor dining, entertaining, and relaxing. Additional highlights include an updated bathroom, private laundry, and central air conditioning. With MIT approximately one mile away, Kendall/MIT Red Line station within a 15 minute walk, and Lechmere Green Line station and Cambridge Crossing less than a 10 minute walk away, the location is hard to beat! Enjoy easy access to neighborhood cafés, acclaimed restaurants, local shops, and the innovation hubs of Kendall Square, all while having the comfort of your own private home and outdoor space. Flexible lease terms of 6 to 12+ months are available, with longer leases welcomed. **Offered unfurnished at $4,950 per month, with a reduced monthly rate available for a longer lease commitment.** A special opportunity to enjoy space, privacy, and exceptional connectivity in the heart of East Cambridge!

At a glance
Property type
Single Family Residence
Status
Active
Year built
1886
Living area
960 sf
MLS#
e60f66bf7c1d2c0187e1be8be4065dcf
Beds · Baths
2 · 1
Location

Cambridge, MA.

Cambridge is a city of squares, each with its own temperament, strung along the Charles. Clapboard and Mansard houses sit beside laboratories and bookshops, and almost everything is reachable on foot or by the Red Line.

Estimated Monthly Payment+
$25/mo
Approximate · principal & interest only
Display Currency
$5K

Indicative conversion — settlement always in USD.

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Listings updated Oct 16, 2026

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