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165 Main StCambridge, MA 02142
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808-812 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02139
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350 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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22 Concord Ave
22 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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31-33 Roberts RdCambridge, MA 02138
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250 Kendall StCambridge, MA 02142
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524 Putnam AveCambridge, MA 02139
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334 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1Brattle Arms Apartments
60 Brattle StCambridge, MA 02138
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155 Prospect St
155 Prospect StCambridge, MA 02139
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4 Union PlCambridge, MA 02141
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Harvard University Housing
16 Prescott StCambridge, MA 02138
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10 Mellen StCambridge, MA 02138
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5A Sacramento StCambridge, MA 02138
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1-7 Shaler LnCambridge, MA 02138
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27 Everett StCambridge, MA 02138
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19 Ware StCambridge, MA 02138
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7 Fernald DrCambridge, MA 02138
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381-383 Western AveCambridge, MA 02139
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3 Sumner RdCambridge, MA 02138
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12 Mellen StCambridge, MA 02138
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387 Western AveCambridge, MA 02139
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21 Robinson StCambridge, MA 02138
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4-6 Mount Auburn StCambridge, MA 02138
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20 Mellen StCambridge, MA 02138
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13 Sumner RdCambridge, MA 02138
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70 Pacific StCambridge, MA 02139
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59 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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47 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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18 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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1-2 Athens TerCambridge, MA 02138
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5 Cowperthwaite StCambridge, MA 02138
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8 Grant StCambridge, MA 02138
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11 Sumner RdCambridge, MA 02138
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2 Holyoke StCambridge, MA 02138
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65 Mount Auburn StCambridge, MA 02138
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85 Prescott StCambridge, MA 02138
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15 Ware StCambridge, MA 02138
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30 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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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 Student Studio Apartments | $2,613 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge Student 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,162 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge Student 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,862 | $920 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge Student 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,443 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge Student 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,265 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,399 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,517 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Firmly 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.
Why live in Cambridge, MA?
"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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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Cambridge is at Cambridge Ivy Inn listed at $1,600.
How much is the average rent for a Student Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Cambridge is $4,151.
What is the largest Student Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's Student 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.
What is the average size for Cambridge Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Cambridge is currently at 597 sq ft.
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