Title: Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=121942502&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square Condo with kitchen, near Harvard University ## Photo gallery for Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square ![TV, offices - Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121950000/121942600/121942502/d42c7932.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121950000/121942600/121942502/8bf3023b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121950000/121942600/121942502/8c5e9e1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi - Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121950000/121942600/121942502/eb24d3db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square (Cambridge)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121950000/121942600/121942502/243243c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square Summary: The perfect Cambridge base, tucked on a quiet residential street steps from shops, restaurants, and the Red Line subway at Porter Square. This bright 2-bedroom first floor apartment features everything to work or unwind between adventures. Reach Harvard Square in one T stop. Downtown Boston is about 20 minutes via Red Line or 10 minutes by car. One street-parking permit is included. Settle in, explore on foot, and enjoy the best of Cambridge just outside your door. The Space: Make this charming two-bedroom home your perfect Cambridge base. Tucked away on a quiet residential street just steps from Porter Square, you’ll be minutes from great cafés, shops, and the Red Line subway - making it easy to explore Harvard Square, Davis Square, and downtown Boston. Inside, the bright and comfortable space is designed for both relaxing and working from home. The living room features two cozy sofas and a smart TV, perfect for unwinding after a day out. The dining room offers a large table with seating for six, ideal for meals or game nights. The fully equipped kitchen includes everything you need to cook at home, plus an in-unit washer and dryer for added convenience. The recently renovated bathroom features a shower/tub combo and complimentary toiletries. Both bedrooms offer queen beds and room-darkening shades for a restful night’s sleep. One bedroom also includes a large desk and comfortable workspace - perfect for remote work or study. Step outside to enjoy the quiet shared backyard, or take advantage of the included street parking pass for one car. You’ll have a private entrance with an electronic lock and a unique door code for easy self check-in. The apartment is just a 7-minute walk to the Porter Square T station. From there, it’s one stop (or a pleasant 20-minute walk from the house) to Harvard Square, or one stop in the other direction to Davis Square. Downtown Boston is about 20 minutes away by subway or car. Settle in, explore on foot, and enjoy the very best of Cambridge right outside your door. Kitchen: \- All supplies to cook from home \- In-unit washer & dryer Full Bathroom: \- Recently renovated \- Shower/tub combo \- Complementary toiletries Living Room: \- Smart TV \- Two sofas for lounging Dining Room: \- Large table with seating for 6 Bedroom 1 (Queen): \- Queen mattress \- Room darkening shades Bedroom 2 (Queen + Workspace) \- Queen mattress \- Room darkening shades \- Large desk to comfortably work from home Exterior: \- Street parking for 1 car via parking pass \- Quiet backyard (shared space) Guest Access: The apartment has a private entrance with an electronic lock. You’ll receive a unique door code—changed between every stay—for convenient self check-in anytime after 4 PM. The Neighborhood: The apartment is very conveniently located near Porter Square, featuring many shops and restaurants nearby. There is an amazing convenience store just a block away. This is a beautiful neighborhood, very typical of Cambridge. It is a pleasant walk from the apartment to Harvard Square, allowing one to explore the area. Getting Around: The apartment is a 7 minutes walk away from the Porter Square T station on the red line. It is one subway stop, or a pleasant 20 minutes walk, away from Harvard Square to the South, or to lively Davis Square to the North. You can also be downtown Boston within 20 minutes by car or subway from Porter Square. Other Things to Note: House Rules \- No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property (inside or out). \- No parties or gatherings. Please respect other tenants. \- Registered guests only. Please ask before inviting any overnight visitors. \- Quiet hours: 10:00 PM–8:00 AM. No loud music or disruptive noise. Information: \- A commuter rail runs nearby—you may hear it briefly during the day. There are no trains at night. \- This property is owner occupied, the family lives upstairs on the second floor with a separate, private entrance. The city of Cambridge requires all Airbnb’s to be owner occupied. It is a musical family & you may hear the piano briefly during daytime hours Parking \- A street-parking permit for one car is provided—display at all times. \-City rule: you must move your car every 24 hours. \- Lost permit fee: $100 for replacement. Thanks for understanding and helping us keep the home comfortable for everyone! Interaction with Guests: We are available if guests need assistance ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the condo: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Cycling nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120800000/120800000/120799938/747eb487.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely 2-bedroom apartment in Cambridge near Harvard and MIT Mid-Cambridge - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=120799938&PinnedHotelID=120799938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90770000/90761500/90761469/b45eb67b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet, private 1 bedroom garden apt near Harvard/MIT, sleeps 4 adults + 1 infant Riverside - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $308 CA $668 total includes taxes & fees Jan 22 - Jan 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=90761469&PinnedHotelID=90761469&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120250000/120243600/120243579/90138657.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New England Historic Charm Meets Modern Style in the North Shore Reading - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29&selected=120243579&PinnedHotelID=120243579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105680000/105672800/105672751/312e113e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Location at Harvard University, two units available. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number C0086890491 ### Property is also known as 688fce20ce868a00139242a9 ## About the area Neighborhood Nine, a neighborhood in Cambridge, is home to this condo. Encore Boston Harbor and Boston Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Boston Common and Revere Beach. Check out an event or a game at TD Garden, and consider making time for New England Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling. [Visit our Cambridge travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Cambridge.dx8093) [View more Condo rentals in Boston](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston-Condos.d178239-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.38930%2C-71.12671&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=khWXFNBUrHhpjhUK5atLwApNNBE=) Cambridge, MA ### What's nearby - Somerville Theatre \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Harvard University \- 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Harvard Law School \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Tufts University \- 2 min drive \- 1.5 km - Harvard Square \- 4 min drive \- 2.1 km ### Getting around - West Medford Station - 6 min drive - Porter Square Station - 8 min walk - Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 29 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min walk - ‪Cafe Zing - ‬10 min walk - ‪Sugar & Spice Restaurant - ‬9 min walk - ‪Page & Leaf - ‬9 min walk - ‪CSCA Cafe - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square? ### What time is check-out at Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square? ### Where is Cambridge Base Steps to Porter Square located? ## Have a question? 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