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Forest Court
Property highlights
Nestled on a serene street in Porter Square, Forest Court provides unparalleled access to Harvard University and the energetic ambiance of city life. The property boasts beautifully upgraded pre-war apartments with high ceilings and hardwood floors, offering a sophisticated and spacious living experience. Enjoy hardwood floors, high ceilings, and eat-in kitchens. With courtyards, picnic areas with built-in grills, and a reputable management team, living here ensures unparalleled convenience and comfort. The positive reviews emphasize its prime location and the exceptional community amenities that residents highly appreciate.
- 6 units available
- 1 Bed • 2 Beds
- Location
- 16 Forest St, Cambridge MA 02140, Aggasiz - Harvard University
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, 24hr maintenance + more
- Price range (total price, 12 month lease)
- $3,100 mo - $3,750 mo
- Commute
Rent Special
Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for move-ins by 12/1/25. One month free or broker fee paid for move-ins by 1/1/26. Applies to select units, ask our leasing team for more details.
Restrictions may apply
Price and Availability
Forest Court apartments start at $3,100/month. There are 6 available apartments priced from $3,100 to $3,750. Prices were last verified by Forest Court 1 hour ago. (Total price includes base rent and required monthly fees—select a unit to view full breakdown.)
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Unit 1803
Avail. Feb 26
$3,000
$3,100 moTotal price12-mo lease
Unit 1732
Avail. Jan 6
$3,150 moTotal price12-mo lease
Unit 1742
Avail. Jan 1
$3,300 moTotal price12-mo lease
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In unit laundry
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Cats allowed
24hr maintenance
Unit Amenities
air conditioning
dishwasher
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hardwood floors
in unit laundry
microwave
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refrigerator
patio / balcony
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bathtub
cable included
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Property Amenities
courtyard
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parking
bbq/grill
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cats allowed
garage
gym
24hr maintenance
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e-payments
internet access
key fob access
online portal
smoke-free community
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Property Details
Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Explore the Area
Star Market
0.3 mi
Cambridge Naturals
0.3 mi
Star Market
0.3 mi
Highland Butcher Shop
0.6 mi
McKinnon's Market
0.7 mi
Café Rustica
0.1 mi
One Ramen & Sushi
0.1 mi
The Abbey
0.1 mi
Starbucks
0.1 mi
Subway
0.1 mi
Porter
0.1 mi
Somerville Ave opp Mossland St
0.1 mi
Somerville Ave opp Elm St
0.1 mi
Somerville Ave @ Elm St
0.1 mi
Massachusetts Ave @ Exeter Park
0.1 mi
Tailwind Boston Seaplane Base
4.8 mi
Boston Harbor Seaplane Base (Cape Air Seaplanes)
4.8 mi
Logan International Airport
5.6 mi
Laurence G. Hanscom Field
10.5 mi
Norwood Memorial Airport
13.9 mi
7 /10
Maria L. Baldwin School
PublicPK-5
364 Students
0.2 mi
8 /10
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
PublicPK-8
456 Students
0.3 mi
5 /10
Graham and Parks School
PublicPK-5
362 Students
0.4 mi
8 /10
Peabody School
PublicPK-5
323 Students
0.8 mi
9 /10
Benjamin G. Brown School
PublicK-5
231 Students
0.8 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Wilson Square
0.2 mi
Sacramento Field
0.2 mi
Morse-Kelley Playground
0.4 mi
Morse Kelley Skate Park
0.4 mi
Bailey Park
0.4 mi
Moriarty Library
0.1 mi
Sunbeam Yoga Studio
0.1 mi
Nancy and Edward Roberts Gallery
0.1 mi
Get In Shape for Women
0.1 mi
Maud Morgan Arts Center
0.2 mi
Cambridge Veterinary Care
0.2 mi
Pet Spa
0.2 mi
Porter Square Veterinarian
0.6 mi
Pemberton Street Dog Run
0.7 mi
Pet Republic
0.9 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 97 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 78 — Convenient public transit options nearby available.Public Transit Access
The Aggasiz - Harvard University area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 28 nearby routes: 23 bus, 5 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- Porter (~0.1 mi)
- Somerville Ave opp Mossland St (~0.11 mi)
- Somerville Ave opp Elm St (~0.12 mi)
- Somerville Ave @ Elm St (~0.13 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Forest Court has 6 units available starting at $3,100 per month (total price with fees when signing a 12 month lease). Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In Cambridge, MA, the average rent is $2,769+ for a studio, $3,255+ for a 1-bedroom, $4,091+ for a 2-bedroom, and $5,426+ for a 3-bedroom.* For more information on rental trends in Cambridge, MA, check out our monthly Cambridge, MA Rent Report.
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
Some of Forest Court's amenities include in unit laundry, patio / balcony, and hardwood floors. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
Forest Court is offering the following rent specials: Two months free or one month free and broker fee paid for move-ins by 12/1/25. One month free or broker fee paid for move-ins by 1/1/26. Applies to select units, ask our leasing team for more details.
Yes, Forest Court is pet-friendly.
Yes, Forest Court offers parking.
Yes, Forest Court offers units with in unit laundry.
No, Forest Court does not have a pool.
No, Forest Court does not have accessible units.
Yes, Forest Court has units with dishwashers.