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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.
- 5 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 - $3,350 mo
- Commute
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Price and Availability
Forest Court apartments start at $3,100/month. There are 5 available apartments priced from $3,100 to $3,350. Prices were last verified by Forest Court (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
$3,100 moTotal price12-mo lease
Unit 1742
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$3,300 moTotal price12-mo lease
Unit 1703
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$3,300 moTotal price12-mo lease
Unit 18A43
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$3,350 moTotal price12-mo lease
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Amenities
- In Unit Laundry
- Patio / Balcony
- Hardwood Floors
- Dishwasher
- Cats Allowed
- 24hr Maintenance
Unit Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Extra Storage
- Garbage Disposal
- Hardwood Floors
- In Unit Laundry
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Patio / Balcony
- W/D Hookup
- Bathtub
- Cable Included
- Oven
- Smoke-Free Units
Property Amenities
- Courtyard
- On-Site Laundry
- Parking
- BBQ/Grill
- Bike Storage
- Cats Allowed
- Garage
- Gym
- 24hr Maintenance
- CC Payments
- 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 Market0.3 mi
- Cambridge Naturals0.3 mi
- Star Market0.3 mi
- Highland Butcher Shop0.6 mi
- McKinnon's Market0.7 mi
- Café Rustica0.1 mi
- One Ramen & Sushi0.1 mi
- The Abbey0.1 mi
- Starbucks0.1 mi
- Subway0.1 mi
- Porter0.1 mi
- Somerville Ave opp Mossland St0.1 mi
- Somerville Ave opp Elm St0.1 mi
- Somerville Ave @ Elm St0.1 mi
- Massachusetts Ave @ Exeter Park0.1 mi
- 0.2 miMaria L. Baldwin School — Public, PK-5, 364 students, 0.2 miles away,GreatSchools rating 7 out of 10.
- 0.3 miJohn F. Kennedy Elementary School — Public, PK-8, 456 students, 0.3 miles away,GreatSchools rating 8 out of 10.
- 0.4 miGraham and Parks School — Public, PK-5, 362 students, 0.4 miles away,GreatSchools rating 5 out of 10.
- 0.8 miPeabody School — Public, PK-5, 323 students, 0.8 miles away,GreatSchools rating 8 out of 10.
- 0.8 miBenjamin G. Brown School — Public, K-5, 231 students, 0.8 miles away,GreatSchools rating 9 out of 10.
- Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
- Wilson Square0.2 mi
- Sacramento Field0.2 mi
- Morse-Kelley Playground0.4 mi
- Morse Kelley Skate Park0.4 mi
- Bailey Park0.4 mi
- Moriarty Library0.1 mi
- Sunbeam Yoga Studio0.1 mi
- Nancy and Edward Roberts Gallery0.1 mi
- Get In Shape for Women0.1 mi
- Maud Morgan Arts Center0.2 mi
- Cambridge Veterinary Care0.2 mi
- Pet Spa0.2 mi
- Porter Square Veterinarian0.6 mi
- Pemberton Street Dog Run0.7 mi
- Pet Republic0.9 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 5 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 $2,782+ for a studio, $3,322+ for a 1-bedroom, $4,126+ for a 2-bedroom, and $5,494+ 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: One month free or broker fee paid for March 1st move ins or earlier. 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.