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Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq

Apartment near Harvard University in Cambridge

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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TV
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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Cambridge, Massachusetts
  • Place, Harvard University
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Tufts University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Harvard Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cambridge

Neighborhood Nine stay.Your stay at this Neighborhood Nine apartment places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Harvard University and Harvard Square. Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Tufts University are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Somerville Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Harvard University - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Harvard Law School - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Tufts University - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Harvard Square - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • West Medford Station - 6 min drive
  • Porter Square Station - 8 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Page & Leaf - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Zing - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sugar & Spice Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Margeaux Supper Parlor - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq

Summary:

Nestled on a quiet side street steps from Porter Square, this recently renovated garden-level condo is an ideal Cambridge home base. You’ll be minutes from cafés, shops, and the Red Line into Boston—perfect for visiting professionals, grad students, or anyone planning an extended stay. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry and one complimentary street-parking permit.



The Space:

This renovated condo features a comfortable bedroom with a queen bed and large closet, a living room with an internet-connected Smart TV, and a well-equipped kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, induction cooktop, countertop toaster oven, coffee maker, and cookware/dinnerware. For convenience, there’s an in-unit washer and dryer. Street parking is available, and we provide a guest permit for short-term parking.



Guest Access:

The apartment has a private entrance at the rear of the house with an electronic lock. You’ll receive a unique door code—changed between every stay—for convenient self check-in anytime after 4 PM.



The Neighborhood:

The apartment is very conveniently located near Porter Square, featuring many shops and restaurants nearby. There is an amazing convenience store just one block away.

This is a beautiful neighborhood, very typical of Cambridge. It is a pleasant walk from the apartment to Harvard Square, allowing one to explore the area.



Getting Around:

The apartment is a 7 minutes walk away from the Porter Square T station on the red line.

It is one subway stop, or a pleasant 20 minutes walk, away from Harvard Square to the South, or to lively Davis Square to the North. You can also be downtown Boston within 20 minutes by car or subway from Porter Square.



Other Things to Note:

House Rules

- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property (inside or out).

- No parties or gatherings. Please respect other tenants.

- Registered guests only. Please ask before inviting any overnight visitors.

- Quiet hours: 10:00 PM–8:00 AM. No loud music or disruptive noise.

- Construction is wrapping up Fall 2025 on an adjacent property. You may hear construction during daytime hours only



Information:

- A commuter rail runs nearby—you may hear it briefly during the day. There are no trains at night.

- This property is owner occupied, the family lives upstairs on the second floor with a separate, private entrance. The city of Cambridge requires all Airbnb’s to be owner occupied.



Parking

- A street-parking permit for one car is provided—display at all times.

-City rule: you must move your car every 24 hours.

- Lost permit fee: $100 for replacement.



Thanks for understanding and helping us keep the home comfortable for everyone!



Interaction with Guests:

I can be available if you have any questions, but otherwise you can check in and out without assistance.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number C0086890491

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq to the airport?

This apartment is 10.9 mi (29-min drive) away from the Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq to the beach?

This apartment is 14.4 mi (37-min drive) from Revere Beach.

Does Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Encore Boston Harbor (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Renovated Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Sq to downtown Cambridge?

This apartment is 1.4 mi away from Cambridge.