Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA from $700 (156 Rentals)

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19 Hunting St, Unit 1
$1,300
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$1,300

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19 Hunting St, Unit 1

19 Hunting StCambridge, MA 02141
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
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$1,600 - $2,550
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$1,600 - $2,550

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$1,600 - $2,550
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Cambridge Ivy Inn

50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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146 Allston St
$1,800
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$1,800

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$1,800
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146 Allston St

146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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Finch Cambridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Finch Cambridge

671-675 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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179 Prospect St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

179 Prospect St

179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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279 Harvard St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

279 Harvard St

279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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27 William St
Studio Apartments

27 William St

27 William StCambridge, MA 02139
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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243 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
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Putnam Manor
Studio Apartments

Putnam Manor

16 TrowbridgeCambridge, MA 02138
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63 Inman Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

63 Inman Street

63 Inman StCambridge, MA 02139
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163 Belmont St, Unit Room
$1,000
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$1,000

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$1,000
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163 Belmont St, Unit Room

163 Belmont StBelmont, MA 02478
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388 Meridian St, Unit #2
$1,000
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$1,000

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$1,000
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388 Meridian St, Unit #2

388 Meridian StBoston, MA 02128
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36 Calumet St
$1,200
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$1,200

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$1,200
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36 Calumet St

36 Calumet StBoston, MA 02120
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81 Morton Ave, Unit 2
$1,350
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$1,350

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$1,350
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81 Morton Ave, Unit 2

81 Morton AveMedford, MA 02155
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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1
$1,350
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$1,350

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$1,350
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3 Winship Pl, Unit 1

3 Winship PlBoston, MA 02135
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184 Aspinwall Ave, Unit C
$1,400
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$1,400

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$1,400
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184 Aspinwall Ave, Unit C

184 Aspinwall AveBrookline, MA 02446
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90 Chandler St, Unit 2
$1,425
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$1,425

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$1,425
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90 Chandler St, Unit 2

90 Chandler StSomerville, MA 02144
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1 Westford Pl, Unit 3
$1,500
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$1,500

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$1,500
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1 Westford Pl, Unit 3

1 Westford PlBoston, MA 02134
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$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

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28 S Huntington Ave

BostonMA02130

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Vinal Street Apartments
$1,550 - $2,150
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$1,550 - $2,150

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$1,550 - $2,150
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Vinal Street Apartments

10-16 Vinal StBrighton, MA 02135
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16 Vinal St, Unit B1
$1,600
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$1,600

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$1,600
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16 Vinal St, Unit B1

16 Vinal StBoston, MA 02135
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Cambridge, MA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cambridge, MA

Pricing Updated: 07/16/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Cambridge, MA area range in price from $1,150 to $17,635 with an overall median price of $7,195. The three Cambridge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Aggasiz at $1,717, Cambridgepark at $1,717, and East Cambridge at $1,300. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cambridge Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Aggasiz$6,425$1,71754
Cambridgepark$6,650$1,717205
East Cambridge$6,650$1,300324
The Port$7,350$1,300115
North Cambridge$7,900$1,150122
Harvard University$8,200$1,65089

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA

As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cambridge area is the $0.20 price per square foot 24 Park Ave Model at 24 Park Ave in the in the Harvard Square neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Cambridge apartment is the 105 Jersey St Model at 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 starting at $1,950 with a $0.20 price per square foot in the Kendall Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
24 Park Ave24 Park Ave1BR,1BA$0.20
105 Jersey St, Unit 5105 Jersey StStudio ,1BA$0.20
5 Walbridge St, Unit 45 Walbridge StStudio ,1BA$0.20
317 Allston St317 Allston StStudio ,1BA$0.20
18 Saint Lukes RdStudioStudio ,1BA$0.18
15 Higgins St15 Higgins St1BR,1BA$0.18
10 Chester St10 Chester StStudio ,1BA$0.21
193 Strathmore Rd, Unit 10193 Strathmore Rd1BR,1BA$0.20
58 S Russell St, Unit 258 S Russell StStudio ,1BA$0.20
22 Highgate St, Unit 122 Highgate StStudio ,2BA$0.15

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Top Neighborhoods Near Boston Colleges and Universities

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Cambridge Overview

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."

Cambridge, MA
Population: 118,977

Ranked #238

in US Census Population by City

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Among cities in Massachusetts for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 Burbank Terrace listed at $1,575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cambridge Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cambridge Apartment is $1,675 at Burbank Terrace.

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 $1,933.

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