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2 Ware St

2 Ware St Apt 511, Cambridge, MA 02138

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About 2 Ware St Apt 511

Welcome to 2 Ware Street, Cambridge, a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment located right in the heart of Harvard Square. This beautiful residence is part of a historic building that was once formally part of the Harvard University campus, offering timeless character and classic architectural details you simply won't find in newer buildings. Residents are greeted by a grand staircase and expansive historic features that give the property a distinguished and elegant feel from the moment you enter. The building offers excellent conveniences including an elevator that services every floor, providing easy access to the mail room and laundry facilities. Rent includes heat and hot water, and there is an on-site superintendent to ensure quick response for any maintenance needs. Parking is also available on-site for $250 per month, a rare and valuable perk in this highly desirable area. Living in Harvard Square means you're surrounded by some of the best amenities Cambridge has to offer.

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Policies

PetsNo pets allowed

No pets allowed

ParkingOutdoor

Amenities

In-unitElevator, Hardwood Flooring

Elevator
Hardwood Flooring

CommunityOn Site Maintenance

Unique featuresOutdoor Parking, Heat

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Schools Near 2 Ware St

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

9/10

Martin Luther King, Jr. School

Public, PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

7/10

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

8/10

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School

Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi

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About

Mid-Cambridge

Mid-Cambridge, located between Harvard Square and Central Square, is a residential and academic Cambridge neighborhood with tree-lined side streets and a pocket-sized retail scene. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Massachusetts Avenue near Prospect Street, where coffee counters, small restaurants, and storefront studios keep the sidewalks active. Brick rowhouses, classic triple-deckers, and campus-adjacent buildings shape a streetscape that feels historic without feeling museum-like. Harvard Yard and the Harvard Art Museums sit at the edge, adding lectures, galleries, and a steady cultural current. Cambridge Common and nearby courtyards give the grid a green pause. Bike lanes and frequent buses along Mass Ave tie daily errands to the larger squares.

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1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

62% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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