
Low Income Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA (18 Rentals)


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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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Cambridge Low Income Studio Apartments | $2,682 | $900 | $8,608 |
Cambridge Low Income 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $950 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge Low Income 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,730 | $375 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge Low Income 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,189 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge Low Income 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,021 | $995 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,147 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,063 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
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"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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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Low Income Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in Cambridge is at 525 LINC listed at $1,550.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in Cambridge is $3,110.
What is the largest Low Income Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a 1,730 square feet unit starting from $2,233 at Village At Brookline.
What is the average size for Cambridge Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in Cambridge is currently at 532 sq ft.
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