Proto88 Ames St., Cambridge, MA 02142

Proto is a 22-story residential tower in Cambridge's Kendall Square, completed in 2018 and distinguished by its industrial-modern aesthetic: floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed concrete ceilings, and open floor plans that make the most of the building's sweeping views.

Location & Connectivity

At 88 Ames St in Cambridge, Proto sits at the center of one of the most active innovation districts in the country. The MBTA Kendall/MIT Red Line station is roughly a 4-minute walk via Main Street, connecting residents quickly to downtown Boston and beyond. MIT's campus is immediately adjacent, and the broader Kendall Square ecosystem of biotech and technology employers is right outside the door. Ground-floor retail includes Blue Bottle Coffee, Cava Restaurant, and the Kendall Flower Shop, adding everyday convenience without leaving the building. Logan International Airport is approximately 5 miles away. The location is especially well suited for professionals on assignment at area research institutions, life sciences companies, and tech firms.

The Living Experience

Proto offers 280 residences across studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, ranging from approximately 360 to 882 square feet. Interiors feature oversized windows, exposed concrete ceilings, open layouts, Blomberg kitchen appliances, breakfast bars or kitchen islands, expansive bathrooms, and in-unit washers and dryers. On the 15th floor, residents enjoy a fitness room, outdoor terrace, and communal kitchen and dining room. The lobby level hosts a fireside lounge, coffee lounge, collaborative work spaces, and a bike maintenance shop. A yoga and spin studio, tech lounge, and pet spa round out the community offerings. The building is pet-friendly and staffed by a 24-hour concierge.

Furnished Corporate Housing at Proto

Suite Home furnishes apartments at Proto with everything needed for a comfortable extended stay: stylish furniture, a fully equipped kitchen, linens, housewares, utilities, and high-speed internet, all included under flexible lease terms. Whether you are on a corporate relocation, a project-based assignment, or an extended business stay in Cambridge's Kendall Square, Suite Home makes settling in effortless from day one.