Spacious and sun-filled 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in Cambridge's desirable Fresh Pond neighborhood. Built in 2006, this home features an open-concept layout with hardwood floors, central A/C, and oversized windows that bring in abundant natural light. The modern kitchen offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range. The primary suite includes a private en-suite bath, while the private yard provides a rare outdoor retreat. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry and one garage parking space. Conveniently located near Danehy Park, Fresh Pond Reservation, shopping, dining, and public transportation with easy access to Harvard Square, Alewife, and major commuter routes.
Avon Hill, located between Porter Square and Harvard Square, is a residential and academic Cambridge neighborhood with stately Victorian streetscapes and leafy pocket parks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Massachusetts Ave at Porter Square, where coffee counters, indie bookstores, and small restaurants keep the sidewalks active. Architectural details run from turreted Queen Annes to brick apartment houses, with a calm, walkable rhythm along side streets like Avon Hill Street. The Harvard Museum of Natural History and the Harvard Art Museums add a cultural throughline nearby. Lesley University’s campus buildings lend a collegiate cadence without overpowering the quiet blocks. Raymond Park and the linear paths toward Cambridge Common frame daily routines with green space.
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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This property is priced $1,276 above the rental estimate.
Asking rent
$4,700
Rental estimate
$3,424
Nearby comparable rentals
The Rental Estimate uses 0 recent nearby rental.
Sale and tax history for 24 Bay State Rd #5
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSPIN #73558753
Aug 5, 2026
Listed for Rent
$4,700
$4/sq ft
MLSPIN #73254690
Jun 21, 2024
Rental Removed
$4,500
$4/sq ft
Jun 20, 2024
Listed for Rent
$4,500
$4/sq ft
APPFOLIO #1
Aug 10, 2023
Rental Removed
$3,990
$3/sq ft
Jul 28, 2023
Listed for Rent
$3,990
$3/sq ft
Jul 23, 2023
Rental Removed
$3,990
$3/sq ft
Jul 21, 2023
Price Changed
$3,990
$3/sq ft
Jul 20, 2023
Listed for Rent
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MLSPIN #73118986
Jul 8, 2023
Rental Removed
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MLS PIN #71984811
Jun 14, 2016
Sold
$685,000
$595/sq ft
May 8, 2016
Pending
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Apr 28, 2016
Price Changed
$695,000
$603/sq ft
Apr 7, 2016
Listed
$715,000
$621/sq ft
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At Fresh Pond-- stylish and innovative 3 bedroom – 2 bath condominium in modern building. Home offers garage parking, large master bedroom w/en-suite bath, beautiful solid maple floors, spacious chef’s kitchen, stainless steel appliances, loads of cabinets, granite counters with breakfast bar opening onto impressive sun splashed dining and living spaces that lead to exclusive spacious yard and patio... great for pets, cookouts or just unwinding. Enjoy the best of both worlds... a vibrant city lifestyle with convenient nearby shopping at Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe’s, coffee at Starbucks, Red Line T stop into Boston... or retreat along miles of recreational public paths encircling Fresh Pond Reservation and its picturesque golf course... where the city melts away into a oasis of natural beauty. 81 Walk Score - 95 Bike Score.
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Listing agent: Meredith Kiep (5136388223)
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Last Updated: 2026-09-01T12:00:12.454Z
24 Bay State Rd #5 is a 1280 square foot property with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. We estimate that 24 Bay State Rd #5 would rent between $3,424 / mo.24 Bay State Rd #5 is located in Cambridge, the 02138 zipcode, and the Cambridge School District.