
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA Under $2,200 (376 Rentals)


Blair Pond Estates

Cambridge Ivy Inn

Briston Arms Apartments

403 Putnam Ave, Unit #2

61 Garfield St, Unit #1
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104 Magazine St, Unit 1

15 Prentiss St, Unit 3

929 Massachusetts Ave

1 Crawford St

81 Irving St
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Brattle Drive Apartments

881-895 Huntington Ave

Boylston St, 40

886-896 Huntington Avenue

The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+
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Anchors Weigh

31-35 South Street

163 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23

29 Mount Hood Rd, Unit #14

249 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit #1
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,750 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,257 | $970 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,867 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,211 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,007 | $850 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,777 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,149 | $900 | $10,000+ |
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Getting Around Cambridge, MA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
72 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Cambridge with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Cambridge is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cambridge is $3,257.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a square feet unit at .
What is the average size for Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cambridge is currently 3,816 sq ft.
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