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| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,686 | $1,550 | $9,800 |
| Cambridge Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,714 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,362 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,361 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,753 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,553 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Write a ReviewFirmly 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.
"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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Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Cambridge is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Cambridge is $4,234.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a 9,999 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Liberty Tree Lofts by FiDi.
The average size for a Short-term rental in Cambridge is currently at 572 sq ft.
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Boston is known for its exciting combination of early American history and modern high-tech universities and employers.
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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.
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