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1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
(857) 799-3470
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The University

1039 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138
(857) 799-3470
The University in Cambridge, MA - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $2,756–$3,300Rent Pricing
  • 618–849Square Feet

About The University

The University is located at 1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA and is managed by Jones Lang LaSalle, a reputable property management company with verified listings on RENTCafe. The University offers Studio to Three Bedroom apartments ranging in size from 373 to 875 sq. ft. Amenities include Carpeting, Gas Cooking, Mini-Blinds, High Speed Internet, Recycling and more. For more details, contact our office at or use the online contact form and well get back to you as soon as possible.

The University is located in the Mid Cambridge Neighborhood and 02138 Zip code of Cambridge, MA.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Classic historical accents
  • Climate Controlled Storage Available
  • Controlled building access with intercom
  • Dramatic cityscape views
  • Gas Cooking
  • Hardwood flooring or contemporary carpeting
  • Heat and hot water included
  • Mini-Blinds
  • Onsite trash & recycling service
  • Professionally Landscaped Grounds
  • Recently renovated homes available
  • Reserved off-street parking available
  • Spacious bathrooms with soaking tubs
  • Spacious Walk-in Closets
  • Unique Floor Plans
  • Wall accents & built in shelves
  • Windows in kitchens
  • Zipcar Service

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The University offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,756 and having 618–849 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    $2,756

    1 bedroom, 1 bath

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 618 sq ftAvailable Jun 30

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,756 June 30, 2025303618

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Instant Hot Water
    • Kitchen

    Unit 303 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,756

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,756
  • 2 Bedrooms

    $3,300

    2 bedroom, 1 bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 819 sq ftAvailable Sep 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,300 September 1, 2025601819

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Instant Hot Water
    • Kitchen

    Unit 601 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,300

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,300

    $3,172

    2 bedroom, 1 bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 849 sq ftAvailable Sep 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,172 September 1, 2025204849

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Instant Hot Water
    • Kitchen

    Unit 204 Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,172

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $3,172
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12

Utilities Included

  • Sewer
  • Water
  • Heat

Parking Fees & Info

Parking Other

  • Other

Storage Fees & Info

Storage Unit

  • $80/MO

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Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Online Services
  • Recycling
  • Public Transportation
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Interior Features

  • Storage Space
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Intercom
  • Heating
  • Sprinkler System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Cable Ready
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Dishwasher

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Bay Window
  • Office
  • Hardwood Floors

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed
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1039 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

92 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

78 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about The University

Where is The University located?

The University is located at 1039 Massachusetts Ave near the Mid Cambridge area of Cambridge, MA

What is the current rent range at The University?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The University currently range from $2,756 to $3,300

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for The University are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The The University Apartments are 20.35% cheaper than the average apartment in the Mid Cambridge area, and 13.6% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Mid Cambridge Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$2,756$3,437-$681-19.8%
    2 Bedroom$3,172$4,009-$837-20.9%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Cambridge

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$2,756$3,151-$395-12.5%
    2 Bedroom$3,172$3,717-$545-14.7%

    Methodology: On 04/09/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 697 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The University (Mid Cambridge), and 11040 other apartment communities in Cambridge using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 04/09/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.2

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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Nearby Schools

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Cambridge
100 Putnam Avenue
Public School - Grades 6-8 (251 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
8/10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin

Cambridge
459 Broadway
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1867 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
6/10

Martin Luther King Jr.

Cambridge
102 Putnam Avenue
Public School - Grades PK-5 (332 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
8/10

The Amigos School

Cambridge
15 Upton Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (407 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
7/10

Cambridge Street Upper School

Cambridge
840 Cambridge Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (293 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
4/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The University.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Longfellow Historic Site
1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
Bunker Hill Monument
5 minute drive / 1.94 miles away
1 Science Park
4 minute drive / 2.02 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens
16 Beacon St
1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
Petco
304 Western Ave
4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away

Colleges and Universities

500 Rutherford Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.09 miles away
Massachusetts Hall
2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away
1815 Massachusetts Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods
340 River St
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away
Trader Joe's
748 Memorial Dr
2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away
Star Market
53 Huntington Ave
4 minute drive / 2.18 miles away

Hospitals

Cambridge Health Alliance
1493 Cambridge Street
1 minute drive / 0.4 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 / 1.46 miles away

Military Bases

6 minute drive / 3.01 miles away
22 minute drive / 10.42 miles away

Parks and Recreation

4 Yawkey Way
5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away
87 Mount Vernon Street
4 minute drive / 2.29 miles away
148 Tremont Street
5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

The University has 5 parks within 2.8 miles, including Fenway Park, The Boston Public Garden, Freedom Trail, Boston Common, and The Freedom Trail.

Restaurants and Dining

761 Boylston Street
4 minute drive / 2.06 miles away
525 Tremont St.
5 minute drive / 2.67 miles away
257 Hanover Street
6 minute drive / 2.86 miles away

Shopping Centers

1 JFK St
1 minute drive / 0.55 miles away
1400-1426 Massachusetts Ave
1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away
57 John F Kennedy St
1 minute drive / 0.57 miles away

The University has 5 shopping centers within 0.7 miles.

Transit Stations

622 Massachusetts Ave
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away
1400 Massachusetts Ave
1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away
97 Carleton St
3 minute drive / 1.32 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Cambridge Studio Apartments $2,646$1,300$10,000+
Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,151$800$10,000+
Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments $3,717$1,225$10,000+
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,266$925$10,000+
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments $5,102$775$10,000+
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments $6,067$825$10,000+
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments $7,407$775$10,000+

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