Welcome to the Chocolate Factory! The striking loft-inspired residence offers a flexible open design accentuated by oversized windows, soaring ceilings, & distinctive exposed brick & beams. The sleek kitchen provides an island/breakfast bar plus newer stainless steel appliances. Two well-proportioned bedrooms feature hardwood floors and excellent closet storage. Added conveniences include in-unit laundry, central air, and two garage parking. Residents have access to a large shared patio ideal for lounging and grilling, as well as a dedicated garden area.. Nestled on a quiet tree-lined street in lively Inman Square, there is easy access to countless cafés, dining options, and boutiques. Positioned between bustling Central and Union Squares, and only half a mile to the Red Line. Harvard & Kendall/MIT are within a one-mile distance. Walk Score is 93 & Bike Score is 99. Rent covers heat, hot water, gas, parking for 2 cars, bike storage, snow clearance & trash removal
— MLSPIN #: 73436571Map of 253 Norfolk St, #2-2, Cambridge, MA 02139
| List Price: | $4,200 |
|---|---|
| Status: | Active |
| MLS ID: | 73436571 |
| Town: | Cambridge |
| County: | Middlesex |
| Zip: | 02139 |
| Property Type: | Residential Lease |
| Property Sub Type: | Condominium |
| Bedrooms: | 2 |
| Full Baths: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 969 sqft |
| Appliances: | Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer |
| Status: | Active |
| Accessibility Features: | No |
| Directions: | Broadway to Norfolk Street |
| Laundry Features: | Second Floor, In Unit |
| Postal Code Plus4: | 1402 |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2025-09-27 |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 99,999 |
| Rooms Total: | 4 |
| Association?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 1 |
| Building Area Source: | Field Card |
| Building Area Total: | 969 |
| Community Features: | Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University |
| Exterior Features: | Patio, Garden |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Parcel Number: | M:00087 L:00094002/2, 3323157 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Patio |
| Rent Includes: | Heat, Hot Water, Gas, Water, Sewer, Trash Collection, Snow Removal, Gardener, Garden Area, Air Conditioning, Laundry Facilities, Parking |
| Covered Spaces: | 2 |
| Garage Spaces: | 2 |
| Lease Term: | Term of Rental(6/18) |
| Availability Date: | 2025-12-01 |
| Disclosures: | Rent includes heat, hot water, gas, garage parking for two cars, bike storage, snow removal, and trash removal. Parking space 2:2 - two spaces back to back. |
| Entry Level: | 2 |
| Farm Land Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Lease |
| Deposit Reqd: | Yes |
| Disclosure: | No |
| Dpr Flag: | No |
| First Mon Reqd: | Yes |
| Insurance Reqd: | Yes |
| Last Mon Reqd: | No |
| Lead Paint: | Unknown |
| Listing Alert: | No |
| List Price Per Sqft: | $4.33 |
| Price Per Sqft: | $4.33 |
| References Reqd: | Yes |
| Sec Deposit: | $4,200 |
| Square Feet Incl Base: | No |
| Unit Building: | 2-2 |
| Original List Price: | $4,200 |
| Parking Total: | 2 |
| Pets Allowed: | No |
| Room Bathroom1 Features: | Bathroom - Full, Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile |
| Room Bathroom1 Level: | Second |
| Room Bedroom2 Features: | Closet, Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Bedroom2 Level: | Second |
| Room Kitchen Features: | Flooring - Hardwood, Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan |
| Room Kitchen Level: | Second |
| Room Living Room Features: | Ceiling Fan(s), Flooring - Hardwood, Open Floorplan |
| Room Living Room Level: | Second |
| Room Master Bathroom Features: | No |
| Room Master Bedroom Features: | Closet, Flooring - Hardwood |
| Room Master Bedroom Level: | Second |
| Outdoor Space Available: | Yes - Common |
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MLS Property Information Network, Inc. data last updated on December 15, 2025 12:41 AM
Property Last Updated: November 20, 2025 03:23 PM
Listing Courtesy of: Gibson Sotheby's International Realty
Listing Agent: Lisa Godwin


