Third Square

285 3rd St

Cambridge, MA 02142 East Cambridge Neighborhood
Starting at $3,253
Total Monthly Price
Studio-4 Beds
1-3 Baths
521+ Sq Ft

Move-In Specials

Up to 1/2 a Month Free on Select Apartments! New Residents Only - Transfers Excluded. [Offer good thru May 15, 2026]

Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Bike-Friendly Area
  • Pool
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Controlled Access
  • Elevator

About Third Square

Utilities are included at Third Square Apartments, Kendall Square's premier property located in Cambridge. Convenient to public transportation and two blocks from the MIT/Kendall Square T stop, these newly renovated homes include stunning countertops, washer and dryer and outstanding courtyard views. Residents have access to a heated indoor swimming pool, 24-hour concierge, 2,200 square foot fitness center, media room, resident lounge with bar and underground parking garage. Close proximity to the Charles River, the Esplanade, Harvard University and MIT. Easy access to Memorial Drive, Storrow Drive, I-93, and the Massachusetts Turnpike. And now you can breathe easy because this community is smoke-free.

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Pricing and Floor Plans

The total monthly price shown includes only the required fees. Additional fees may still apply to your rent. Use the rental calculator to estimate all potential associated costs.

Studio

Studio (North) - 645

$3,253 Total Monthly Price

Studio, 1 Bath, 645 Sq Ft

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Studio (North) - 645 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-243 $3,253 645 Aug 28

Studio (North) - 521

$3,328-$3,416 Total Monthly Price

Studio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq Ft

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Studio (North) - 521 Floor Plan
2 Available Units
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-536 $3,416 537 Jun 19
N-435 $3,328 537 Jun 30

1 Bedroom

1 Bed (North)- 717

$3,608 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 717 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (North)- 717 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-801 $3,608 717 Now

1 Bed (South) - 696

$3,618-$3,810 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 696 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (South) - 696 Floor Plan
5 Available Units
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
S-520 $3,760 718 Now
S-700 $3,810 696 Now
S-106 $3,618 750 Jun 9
S-103 $3,788 720 Jun 11
S-420 $3,795 718 Jul 17

1 Bed (North) - 727

$3,631 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 727 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (North) - 727 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-513 $3,631 727 Jun 23

1 Bed (North)- 672

$3,726 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 672 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (North)- 672 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-208 $3,726 672 Jul 8

1 Bed (South) - 792 HC

$3,735 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 772 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (South) - 792 HC Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
S-622 $3,735 772 Now

1 Bed (North) - 672 No Balcony

$3,737 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 672 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (North) - 672 No Balcony Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-826 $3,737 696 Now

1 Bed (North)- 676

$3,782 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 676 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (North)- 676 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-710 $3,782 676 Jul 3

1 Bedroom (South) - 718

$3,785 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 718 Sq Ft

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1 Bedroom (South) - 718 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
S-620 $3,785 718 May 15

1 Bed (North)- 713

$3,799 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 713 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (North)- 713 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-131 $3,799 713 May 22

1 Bed (North)- 728

$3,803 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 728 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (North)- 728 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-629 $3,803 728 Jul 8

1 Bed (North)- 714

$3,845 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 714 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (North)- 714 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-303 $3,845 714 Jul 15

1 Bed (North)- 760

$3,916 Total Monthly Price

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 760 Sq Ft

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1 Bed (North)- 760 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-630 $3,916 760 Jul 10

2 Bedrooms

2 Bed (South) - 1106

$5,195 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,106 Sq Ft

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2 Bed (South) - 1106 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
S-625 $5,195 1,106 Jul 31

2 Bed (North)- 1077

$5,216 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,077 Sq Ft

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2 Bed (North)- 1077 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-142 $5,216 1,100 Jun 5

2 Bed (South) - 1164

$5,320-$5,385 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,164 Sq Ft

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2 Bed (South) - 1164 Floor Plan
2 Available Units
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
S-308 $5,385 1,164 Jun 10
S-508 $5,320 1,164 Jul 11

2 Bed (North)- 1069

$5,523 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,069 Sq Ft

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2 Bed (North)- 1069 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-832 $5,523 1,069 Jun 25

2 Bed (North)- 1231

$5,701 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,231 Sq Ft

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2 Bed (North)- 1231 Floor Plan
1 Available Unit
Unit Price Sq Ft Availability
N-127 $5,701 1,231 Jun 5

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the Rent Estimate Calculator to determine your monthly and one-time costs based on your requirements.

Required Fees
Utilities And Essentials
Utility - Electric
Usage-Based
Utility - Gas
Usage-Based
Utility - Water
Usage-Based
Utility - Sewer
Usage-Based
One-Time Basics
Due at Move In
Resident Access Keys/Cards/Locks/Remotes Fee
$18
Security Deposit - Refundable
$1,000
Pets
Dogs
One-Time Pet Fee
$0
Pet Deposit
$250
Monthly Pet Fee
$85 / mo
Details and Requirements
Max of 3.
Cats
One-Time Pet Fee
$0
Pet Deposit
$250
Monthly Pet Fee
$50 / mo
Details and Requirements
Max of 3.
Storage
Storage Unit
Storage Rent
$80 / mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Community Details

Property Information

  • Built in 2008
  • 292 units/8 stories

Lease Options

  • 1+ mo
  • Short-term Lease

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal

Community Amenities

Property Services

  • Controlled Access
  • Concierge
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Package Service
  • Maintenance on site

Shared Community

  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Storage Space
  • Elevator
  • Lounge

Fitness & Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard

Additional Amenities

  • Controlled Access
  • Courtyard
  • Hardwood Floors In Select Homes
  • Smoke Free Living
  • Virtual Tours Available

Apartment Features

Indoor Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Storage Space
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • High Speed Internet Access

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Model Details

  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Recreation Room
  • Window Coverings

Map

Massachusetts Middlesex County Cambridge 02142 East Cambridge

285 3rd St, Cambridge, MA

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