
Apartments for Rent by Owner in Cambridge, MA (155 Rentals)


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393 Broadway, Unit #20

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17 Channing St, Unit #1

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11 Andrew St, Unit #2

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60 Walden St, Unit #2

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1154 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #6/7

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84 Thorndike St, Unit B

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3 Field St, Unit 3

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98 Sciarappa St, Unit 98 Sciarappa Unit B

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12 Hunting St, Unit 1
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2572 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 2

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112 Willow St, Unit #3

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183 Harvard St, Unit 3

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108 2nd St, Unit G-12

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28 Plymouth St

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176 W Springfield St, Unit 1

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519 Columbus Ave, Unit 1

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40 Joy St, Unit 8

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191 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 1

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222 Hanover St, Unit 17
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214 Hanover St, Unit 9

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47 Kilsyth Rd, Unit 47A

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74 Joy St, Unit 2

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2 Appian Way, Unit 1

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14 Newell Rd, Unit 14

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75 Heath St, Unit 2

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113 Prospect St, Unit 1

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40 Bristol St, Unit 1

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35 Grant Ave, Unit 35

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45 Kilsyth Rd, Unit A
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152 Winchester St, Unit 1

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48 Strathmore Rd, Unit #23

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99 Kidder Ave, Unit #1

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1774 Beacon St, Unit 6

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6 Gloucester St, Unit 2 bedrooms

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7 Quincy St, Unit 2

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310 Lowell St, Unit 1

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137 Endicott St, Unit 4

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11 Brattle St, Unit apt 3

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29 Bailey Rd, Unit 2
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303 Tappan St, Unit 3

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1254 Commonwealth Ave, Unit 3

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36 Shepard St, Unit 1

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739 Parker St, Unit 3

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34 Pratt St, Unit 2

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38 Pinckney St, Unit #2

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156 Chelsea St, Unit #103

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90 Bynner St, Unit B

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14 Schiller St, Unit 1

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6 Radcliffe Rd, Unit 1
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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 | $2,689 | $1,100 | $9,800 |
| Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,104 | $945 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,723 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,353 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,359 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,683 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,469 | $1,150 | $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?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 29 Derby St, Unit 3 listed at $950.
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 $4,109.
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 3,003 sq ft.
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