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19 Hunting StCambridge, MA 02141
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17 Hunting St
17 Hunting StCambridge, MA 02141
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10 Clary St, Unit 1
10 Clary StCambridge, MA 02139
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Cambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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1000 Memorial Dr
1000 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02138
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1781-1791 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02140
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21 Brookline St, Unit #111
21 Brookline StCambridge, MA 02139
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66 Homer Ave, Unit 112
66 Homer AveCambridge, MA 02138
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237 Garden StCambridge, MA 02138
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBlair Pond Estates
30-32 Normandy AveCambridge, MA 02138
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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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27 William St
27 William StCambridge, MA 02139
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243 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02139
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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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29 Ware St @ Harvard Yard
29 Ware StCambridge, MA 02138
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1102 Cambridge Street
1100-1108 Cambridge StCambridge, MA 02139
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92 Wallace St, Unit 1
92 Wallace StSomerville, MA 02144
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64 Henderson St
64 Henderson StArlington, MA 02474
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18 Glenville Ave
18 Glenville AveBoston, MA 02134
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90 North St
90 North StMedford, MA 02155
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28 Orleans St
28 Orleans StBoston, MA 02128
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89 Cedar St, Unit 3
89 Cedar StBoston, MA 02119
120 Minden St
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43 Paulina St, Unit 1
43 Paulina StSomerville, MA 02144
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20 Liberty Ave, Unit 2
20 Liberty AveMedford, MA 02155
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17 Bentley St, Unit 2
17 Bentley StBoston, MA 02135
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94 Heath St, Unit 1
94 Heath StSomerville, MA 02145
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43 Paulina St, Unit 2A
43 Paulina StSomerville, MA 02144
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539 Washington St, Unit 2
539 Washington StBoston, MA 02135
91 Belmont St
SomervilleMA02143
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113 Lanark Rd, Unit 1
113 Lanark RdBoston, MA 02135
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22 Highgate St, Unit 22
22 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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22 Highgate St, Unit 22
22 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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840 Massachusetts AveArlington, MA 02476
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26 Burnham St, Unit 26 Burnham Street
26 Burnham StSomerville, MA 02144
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18 Benedict StSomerville, MA 02145
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135 Cedar St, Unit 135Cedar
135 Cedar StBoston, MA 02119
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7 Carolina St, Unit 3C
7 Carolina StBoston, MA 02130
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121 Glenville Ave, Unit 121 Glenville Ave
121 Glenville AveBoston, MA 02134
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14 Duval St
14 Duval StBoston, MA 02135
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148 Hillside St
148 Hillside StBoston, MA 02120
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12 Oswald St
12 Oswald StBoston, MA 02120
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1050 Commonwealth Ave
1050 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02215
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1089 Beacon St, Unit 1
1089 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
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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 | $2,689 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,263 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,036 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,255 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,877 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,946 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,825 | $900 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cambridge, MA
Pricing Updated: 08/31/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cambridge, MA area range in price from $800 to $27,790 with an overall median price of $3,582. The three Cambridge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Harvard University at $3,225, Aggasiz at $3,345, and Cambridgepark at $3,600. 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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| Harvard University | $3,225 | $1,650 | 93 |
| Aggasiz | $3,345 | $1,696 | 57 |
| Cambridgepark | $3,600 | $1,696 | 175 |
| North Cambridge | $3,600 | $800 | 114 |
| The Port | $3,670 | $1,300 | 103 |
| East Cambridge | $3,700 | $1,300 | 276 |
Cheapest Available Cambridge Apartments for Rent
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| HCA - 840-846 Mass Ave | 840 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cambridge area is the $0.14 price per square foot 26 Charter St Model at 26 Charter St, Unit 2 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Cambridge apartment is the 5 Walbridge St Model at 5 Walbridge St, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 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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| 26 Charter St, Unit 2 | 26 Charter St | 1BR,1BA | $0.14 |
| 5 Walbridge St, Unit 2 | 5 Walbridge St | Studio ,1BA | $0.21 |
| 108 Washington St, Unit 1 | 108 Washington St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 132 Sutherland Rd, Unit A | 132 Sutherland Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 15 Higgins St | 15 Higgins St | 1BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 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 |
| 77 Chiswick Rd, Unit 2 | 77 Chiswick Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.21 |
| 51 Delle Ave, Unit 1 | 51 Delle Ave | 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 a cheap apartment in Cambridge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cambridge is under $1,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cambridge?
The cheapest apartment in Cambridge is The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+ which is listed at $1,700, while the average apartment in Cambridge costs $3,582.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cambridge?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 52 regular apartments in Cambridge that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cambridge?
Cheap apartments in Cambridge have an average cost of $385 which is $3,197 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cambridge.
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