
Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA Under $2,500 (2,180 Rentals)


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1238 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #5

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200 Banks St, Unit #B

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1168 Massachusetts Ave

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10 4th Street Pl, Unit 1

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1580 Massachusetts Ave, Unit 4F

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9 Laurel St, Unit 3

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10 Warren St, Unit 2

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Elevate

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150 5th St, Unit 1
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5 Elmer St, Unit 9-3

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The Laurent

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28 Plymouth St

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935 Cambridge St

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2 Ware St

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220 Prospect St, Unit 1

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720 Cambridge St, Unit 2

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1699 Cambridge St, Unit 12A

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5 Blake St

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94 River St
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2512 Massachusetts Ave

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22 Banks St, Unit #B

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15 Blake St

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89 2nd St

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101 Fayerweather St, Unit B

Clinton & Prospect Apartments

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368 Broadway, Unit 2R

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5 Chester St

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60 Homer Ave, Unit 1

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128 Pine St, Unit 2
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97 Hancock St, Unit 8

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75 Hancock St, Unit 4

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16 Chester St, Unit 32

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10 Chester St

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5 Chester St, Unit 6

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204 Banks St, Unit #218-7

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100 River St, Unit 2

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128 Pine St, Unit 3

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2 Chester St, Unit 34

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2 Norfolk Ter, Unit 2
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34 Chatham St, Unit B1

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157 Hamilton St, Unit 2

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Tempo Cambridge

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8 Goodman Rd, Unit 1

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375 Prospect St, Unit 1

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2 Ware St

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955 Cambridge St

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66 Walden St

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10 Cambridge Ter, Unit 1

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9 Fulkerson St, Unit 1
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Cambridge, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Studio Apartments Under $2500 | $2,598 | $868 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2500 | $3,175 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2500 | $3,863 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2500 | $4,441 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2500 | $5,352 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,419 | $1,020 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,516 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge
How much are Studio apartments in Cambridge?
There are currently 2,839 Studio Apartments in Cambridge with rent ranges from $868 to $16,288 with an average price of $2,598.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Cambridge Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Cambridge ranges from $1,000 to $17,992 with an average monthly rent of $3,175.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Cambridge cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Cambridge range from $1,250 to $25,927. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,863.
How expensive are Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 3,269 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Cambridge on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $850 to $27,374 - averaging $4,441 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.