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47 Rice St, Unit 1, Unit 1
47 Rice StCambridge, MA 02140
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6-8 Hurlbut StCambridge, MA 02138
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11 Granite St, Unit bedroom rental, Unit bedroom rental
11 Granite StCambridge, MA 02139
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175 River St, Unit 2, Unit 2
175 River StCambridge, MA 02139
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50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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146 Allston St
146 Allston StCambridge, MA 02139
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671-675 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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179 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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279 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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27 William StCambridge, 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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860 Harrison AveBoston, MA 02118
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28 Orleans St
28 Orleans StBoston, MA 02128
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20 Highgate StBoston, MA 02134
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1729 Commonwealth Ave
1729 Commonwealth AveBoston, MA 02135
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7 Portina Rd, Unit 01, Unit 01
7 Portina RdBoston, MA 02135
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36 Calumet St, Unit 1, Unit 1
36 Calumet StBoston, MA 02120
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163 Belmont St, Unit Room, Unit Room
163 Belmont StBelmont, MA 02478
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66 Hammond St, Unit 2, Unit 2
66 Hammond StBoston, MA 02120
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18 Glenville Ave
18 Glenville AveBoston, MA 02134
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1011 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 3-room1, Unit 3-room1
1011 Massachusetts AveArlington, MA 02476
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109 Strathmore Rd, Unit SI ID1355112P
109 Strathmore RdBoston, MA 02135
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2218 Mystic Valley Pky, Unit #2, Unit #2
2218 Mystic Valley PkyMedford, MA 02155
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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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3 Adamson St
3 Adamson StBoston, MA 02134
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12 Homer St, Unit 1, Unit 1
12 Homer StBrookline, MA 02445
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29 Bailey Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2
29 Bailey RdSomerville, MA 02145
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848 Huntington Ave
848 Huntington AveBoston, MA 02115
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18 Greylock Rd, Unit Unit 3
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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15 New Hampshire AveSomerville, MA 02145
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18 Greylock Rd, Unit Unit 3
18 Greylock RdBoston, MA 02134
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90 Chandler St, Unit 2, Unit 2
90 Chandler StSomerville, MA 02144
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217 Albany StBoston, MA 02118
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1247 Beacon St, Unit 2
1247 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
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151 Highland St, Unit 2
151 Highland StBoston, MA 02119
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11 New Hampshire Ave
11 New Hampshire AveSomerville, MA 02145
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15-25 Hemenway StBoston, MA 02115
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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 | $2,592 | $868 | $9,800 |
| Cheap Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,142 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,847 | $920 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,442 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,306 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,438 | $1,110 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,525 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cambridge, MA
Pricing Updated: 04/17/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cambridge, MA area range in price from $1,150 to $20,013 with an overall median price of $7,318. The three Cambridge neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cambridgepark at $1,650, Aggasiz at $1,200, and East Cambridge at $1,675. 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 | $5,625 | $1,650 | 320 |
| Aggasiz | $6,575 | $1,200 | 144 |
| East Cambridge | $6,750 | $1,675 | 486 |
| North Cambridge | $6,900 | $1,150 | 278 |
| Harvard University | $8,599 | $1,200 | 211 |
| The Port | $9,462 | $1,675 | 182 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cambridge area is the $0.03 price per square foot 21 Gibbs St Model at 21 Gibbs St, Unit 2 in the in the Kendall Square neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Cambridge apartment is the 166 Kelton St Model at 166 Kelton St 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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| 21 Gibbs St, Unit 2 | 21 Gibbs St | 3BR,2BA | $0.03 |
| 166 Kelton St | 166 Kelton St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 90 Brainerd Rd | 90 Brainerd Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 105 Jersey St, Unit 5 | 105 Jersey 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 |
| 67 Gordon St | 67 Gordon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
| 48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23 | 48 Strathmore Rd | Studio ,1BA | $0.18 |
| 3 Adamson St | 3 Adamson St | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.13 |
| 28 Decatur St | 28 Decatur St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
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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 Vinal Street Apartments listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cambridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cambridge Apartment is $1,600 at Cambridge Ivy Inn.
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 $1,428.
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