Student Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA (129 Rentals)

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Rentals in Cambridge near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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115 Mt Auburn (Fully Furnished)
$3,150 - $3,500
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115 Mt Auburn (Fully Furnished)

115 Mount Auburn StCambridge, MA 02138
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One65 Main
$3,313 - $11,977
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$3,313 - $11,977

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One65 Main

165 Main StCambridge, MA 02142
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Watermark Kendall East
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$3,140 - $7,526
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$3,140 - $7,526

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Watermark Kendall East

250 Kendall StCambridge, MA 02142
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334 Harvard Street
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$2,550 - $3,995
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$2,550 - $3,995

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334 Harvard Street

334 Harvard StCambridge, MA 02139
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1-2 Athens Ter
3 Bedroom Apartments

1-2 Athens Ter

1-2 Athens TerCambridge, MA 02138
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472-474 Broadway
1 Bedroom Apartments

472-474 Broadway

472-474 BroadwayCambridge, MA 02138
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22-24 Prescott St
Studio Apartments

22-24 Prescott St

22-24 Prescott StCambridge, MA 02138
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Terry Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terry Terrace

15-19 Everett StCambridge, MA 02138
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42 Kirkland St
1 Bedroom Apartments

42 Kirkland St

42 Kirkland StCambridge, MA 02138
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41-43 Banks St
1 Bedroom Apartments

41-43 Banks St

41-43 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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99 Brattle St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

99 Brattle St

99 Brattle StCambridge, MA 02138
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47 Banks St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

47 Banks St

47 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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3 Athens Ter
1 Bedroom Apartments

3 Athens Ter

3 Athens TerCambridge, MA 02138
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37 Banks St
2 Bedroom Apartments

37 Banks St

37 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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18 Banks St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

18 Banks St

18 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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4-6 Athens Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

4-6 Athens Ter

4-6 Athens TerCambridge, MA 02138
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28 Hingham St
3 Bedroom Apartments

28 Hingham St

28 Hingham StCambridge, MA 02138
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Leverett Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Leverett Towers

1-3 Cowperthwaite StCambridge, MA 02138
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Alumnae Hall
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alumnae Hall

5 Cowperthwaite StCambridge, MA 02138
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33-35 Banks St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

33-35 Banks St

33-35 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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69 Banks St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

69 Banks St

69 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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10 Akron St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

10 Akron St

10 Akron StCambridge, MA 02138
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Botanic Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Botanic Gardens

4 Fernald DrCambridge, MA 02138
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Ash Down House
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ash Down House

235 Albany StCambridge, MA 02139
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8 Grant St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8 Grant St

8 Grant StCambridge, MA 02138
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59 Banks St
3 Bedroom Apartments

59 Banks St

59 Banks StCambridge, MA 02138
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If you have the option of living off campus in your own apartment...that is the sure fire way to go! Learn a few reasons why. Click below to read more.

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11 Ware St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

11 Ware St

11 Ware StCambridge, MA 02138
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Harvard University Housing
1 Bedroom Apartments

Harvard University Housing

18 Prescott StCambridge, MA 02138
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Botanic Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Botanic Gardens

7 Fernald DrCambridge, MA 02138
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Cambridge Overview

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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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

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 7INK listed at $1,494.

How much is the average rent for a Student Cambridge Apartment?

The average rent for a Student Apartment in Cambridge is $4,276.

What is the largest Student Cambridge Apartment for rent?

Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a 8,000 square feet unit starting from $4,800 at Tazar Properties.

What is the average size for Cambridge Student Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Student rental in Cambridge is currently at 440 sq ft.

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