
Apartments for Rent by Owner in Cambridge, MA (305 Rentals)


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339 Cambridge St, Unit 3

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5 Brewer St, Unit Harvard Square 2-Bed

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341 Cambridge St, Unit 3

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2512 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #2

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8 George St, Unit #2

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1576 Cambridge St, Unit 1R

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23 Tufts St, Unit 2

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32 Elmer St, Unit 1

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52 Portsmouth St, Unit 1
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514 Putnam Ave, Unit 6

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270 Broadway, Unit 3

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150 5th St, Unit 1

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98 Hancock St, Unit 1

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259 Windsor St, Unit 3

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67 Washburn Ave, Unit 2

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230 Brookline St, Unit 2

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61 Dana St, Unit 9

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875 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 8

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123 Thorndike St, Unit 2L
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37 Brookline St, Unit 7

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428 Franklin St, Unit 1L

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1046 Cambridge St, Unit 4F

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4 Bishop Allen Dr, Unit 2

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18 Portsmouth St, Unit 18

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11 Story St, Unit 32

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300 Franklin St, Unit 2

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228 Prospect St, Unit 2

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1154 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #6/7

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12 Hunting St, Unit 1
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962 Cambridge St, Unit #2

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27 Concord Ave, Unit #305

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28 Plymouth St

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308 Brookline St., Unit 2

888 Massachusetts Ave

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42 Newbury St, Unit 1

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1 Brigham St, Unit 1 Brigham St Apt 1

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27 Albion St, Unit 1

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50 Derby St, Unit 3

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422 Trapelo Rd, Unit Floor 2
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261 Beacon St, Unit 3

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24 Lawn St, Unit 1

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1066 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 41

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1914 Beacon St, Unit 3

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228 Calumet St, Unit 1

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29 Bailey Rd, Unit 2

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65 Hancock St, Unit 1

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17 Thayer St, Unit 17 Thayer st

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195 Winthrop Rd, Unit 7

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1199 Beacon St, Unit 2
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,669 | $1,595 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,133 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,734 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,380 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,421 | $990 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,673 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,699 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Cambridge is at 43 Bradley St, Unit 2 listed at $1,200.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Cambridge is $4,426.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at 12 Hunting St, Unit 1.
What is the average size for Cambridge For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Cambridge is currently at 1,652 sq ft.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.