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Cambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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Furnished Private Bedroom in North End
15 Snow Hill St
BostonMA02113
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15 Snow Hill St
BostonMA02113
Furnished Private Bedroom in North End
15 Snow Hill St
BostonMA02113
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12 Nonantum St
BostonMA02135
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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11-13 Plymouth St
BostonMA02141
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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9 Hancock St
BostonMA02129
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103 Ninth StCharlestown, MA 02129
130 Fisher Ave
BostonMA02120
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592 Cambridge St, Unit 11
592 Cambridge StBoston, MA 02134
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Cambridge, MA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,691 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,251 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,823 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,240 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,005 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,862 | $875 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,176 | $850 | $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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,517.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cambridge?
The cheapest apartment in Cambridge is Boylston St, 40 which is listed at $1,517, while the average apartment in Cambridge costs $7,638.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cambridge?
Cheap apartments in Cambridge have an average cost of $552 which is $7,086 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cambridge.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.
Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.