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175 River St, Unit 2
175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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183-185 Rindge Ave
CambridgeMA02140
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1000 Memorial Dr
1000 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02138
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50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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11-13 Plymouth StCambridge, MA 02141
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146 Allston St
146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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74 Otis St, Unit 2
74 Otis StCambridge, MA 02141
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Finch Cambridge
671-675 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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179 Prospect St
179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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279 Harvard St
279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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243 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
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19 Garden St
19 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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Putnam Manor
16 TrowbridgeCambridge, MA 02138
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63 Inman Street
63 Inman StCambridge, MA 02139
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75 Allston St, Unit PARKING
75 Allston StBoston, MA 02134
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126 Warren StBrighton, MA 02135
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860 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
22 Highgate St
BostonMA02134
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113 Lanark Rd, Unit 1
113 Lanark RdBoston, MA 02135
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45 Calvin St, Unit 1
45 Calvin StSomerville, MA 02143
20 Highgate St
BostonMA02134
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120 Holton St, Unit 120 Holton
120 Holton StBoston, MA 02135
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46 Park Vale Ave, Unit 1
46 Park Vale AveBoston, MA 02134
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16 Glenville Ave, Unit 2
16 Glenville AveBoston, MA 02134
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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01
7 Portina RdBoston, MA 02135
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1011 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3-room1
1011 Massachusetts AveArlington, MA 02476
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2 Lothian Rd
2 Lothian RdBoston, MA 02135
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43 Temple St
43 Temple StSomerville, MA 02145
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68 Willow Ave
68 Willow AveSomerville, MA 02144
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23 Cummings Rd
23 Cummings RdBoston, MA 02135
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42 Brainerd Rd
42 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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23 Cummings Rd
23 Cummings RdBoston, MA 02135
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29 Bailey Rd, Unit 2
29 Bailey RdSomerville, MA 02145
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33 Thornton St
33 Thornton StBoston, MA 02119
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848 Huntington Ave
848 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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104 Warren St, Unit 7
104 Warren StBoston, MA 02135
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18 Greylock Rd
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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42 Brainerd Rd
42 Brainerd RdBoston, MA 02134
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59 Calumet St, Unit 3
59 Calumet StBoston, MA 02120
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7 Denby Rd
7 Denby RdBoston, MA 02134
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10 Bigelow St
10 Bigelow StBoston, MA 02135
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18 Greylock Rd
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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43 Bradley St.
43 Bradley St.Somerville, MA 02145
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15 New Hampshire Ave
15 New Hampshire AveSomerville, MA 02145
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24 Highgate St, Unit 203
24 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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95 Bynner St, Unit studio
95 Bynner StBoston, MA 02130
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712 Shawmut Ave
712 Shawmut AveBoston, MA 02119
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712 Shawmut AveBoston, MA 02119
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40 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
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| Cheap Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,584 | $868 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,143 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,808 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,446 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,464 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,626 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,719 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cambridge, MA
Pricing Updated: 03/02/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cambridge, MA area range in price from $975 to $21,715 with an overall median price of $7,195. The three Cambridge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cambridgepark at $2,020, Aggasiz at $2,200, and East Cambridge at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cambridge Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Cambridgepark | $5,295 | $2,020 | 94 |
| Aggasiz | $6,375 | $2,200 | 144 |
| East Cambridge | $6,600 | $1,650 | 633 |
| North Cambridge | $7,200 | $1,500 | 326 |
| Harvard University | $8,200 | $975 | 261 |
| The Port | $9,500 | $1,675 | 205 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cambridge area is the $0.20 price per square foot 105 Jersey St Model at 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Cambridge apartment is the 5 Walbridge St Model at 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 starting at $1,995 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth's neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 4 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 1683 Beacon St, Unit #1G | 1683 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 46 Gardner St | 46 Gardner St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 158 Kelton St, Unit 36 | 158 Kelton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 258 Chestnut Hill Ave, Unit 1 | 258 Chestnut Hill Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 28 Sidlaw Rd, Unit 6 | 28 Sidlaw Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10 | 193 Strathmore Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
| 58 S Russell St, Unit 2 | 58 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
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Firmly located in the greater Boston region, Cambridge is a gem of the proud state of Massachusetts. Home to both Harvard University and MIT, this scholarly destination is known for so much more than higher learning, making it an ideal locale in which to raise a family or embark on a career.
Why live in Cambridge, MA?
"Basking in history and home to ""the most innovative square mile on the planet"" (Kendall Square), Cambridge rentals have much to offer and have become highly sought-after pieces of property. Ivy league college students flock to the area, given its home to Harvard, and the greater Boston job market is just a short rail ride away. When it comes to life in a Massachusetts city, Cambridge simply hits the mark on all counts."
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cambridge is at Brattle Drive Apartments listed at $1,725.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cambridge is starting from $2,200 at Hamilton Union.
What is the most affordable Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7INK and starts from $1,673.
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