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Elevate
One Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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Walden Park
205 Walden StCambridge, MA 02140
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Atmark Cambridge
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,460
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$2,030
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90 Fawcett St
90 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,460
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$2,030
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90 Fawcett St
90 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,460
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$2,020
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$440
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$2,460
4 Sherman St
4 Sherman StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,405
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$2,030
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$375
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$2,405
2 Leighton St
2 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$2,375
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$2,000
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$375
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$2,375
240 Sidney St
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,375
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$2,000
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$375
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$2,375
240 Sidney St
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,325
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$1,950
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22 Water St
22 Water StCambridge, MA 02141
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$2,325
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$1,950
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22 Water St
22 Water StCambridge, MA 02141
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$2,275
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$1,920
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$355
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$2,275
16 Forest St
16 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,225
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$1,850
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$375
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22 Water St
22 Water StCambridge, MA 02141
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$2,215
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$1,860
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19 Forest St
19 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,185
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$1,830
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$2,185
80 Fawcett St
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,185
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$1,830
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$355
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$2,185
80 Fawcett St
80 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,185
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$1,810
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$375
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$2,185
812 Memorial Dr
812 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,500 - $7,200
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLiberty Tree Lofts by FiDi
630 Washington StBoston, MA 02111
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$2,400 - $4,000
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNOVA Brighton
1505 Commonwealth AveBrighton, MA 02135
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$2,375 - $6,112
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Bell Olmsted Park
161 S Huntington AveBoston, MA 02130
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$2,250 - $3,500
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Guild
154 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02145
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$2,250 - $7,200
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now46 Westland Ave
46 Westland AveBoston, MA 02115
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$2,200 - $5,500
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now17 Burney
17 Burney StBoston, MA 02120
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$2,200
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$2,200
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$2,200
38 Pinckney St, Unit #2
38 Pinckney StSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,150 - $2,350
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now136 School St
136 School StSomerville, MA 02143
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$2,150 - $3,450
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now62 on the Park
62 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,100 - $3,600
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowParker Hill Apartments
170 Parker Hill AveBoston, MA 02120
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$1,900 - $3,200
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now125 WARREN
125 Warren StBoston, MA 02119
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$1,550 - $2,536
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now525 LINC
525 Lincoln StAllston, MA 02134
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026Boylston St, 40
40 Boylston StBoston, MA 02116
152 Liverpool St
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152 Liverpool St
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$2,490
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$2,110
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$380
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$2,490
333 Great River Rd
333 Great River RdSomerville, MA 02145
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$2,475
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$2,120
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$2,475
181 Washington St
181 Washington StBoston, MA 02135
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$2,465
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$2,090
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$375
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10 New St
10 New StBoston, MA 02128
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$2,455
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$2,080
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$375
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1 Nashua St
1 Nashua StBoston, MA 02114
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Longwood
1575 Tremont StBoston, MA 02120
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$2,425
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$2,010
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8 Elko St
8 Elko StBoston, MA 02135
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$2,420
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$2,060
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232 Newbury St
232 Newbury StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,415
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$2,000
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4 Elko St
4 Elko StBoston, MA 02135
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445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$2,415
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$2,060
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445 Artisan Way
445 Artisan WaySomerville, MA 02145
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$2,395
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$2,020
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$375
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$2,395
45 Stuart St
45 Stuart StBoston, MA 02116
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$2,335
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 17Total Monthly Price
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$1,960
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$375
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$2,335
70 Pearl St
70 Pearl StBrookline, MA 02445
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$2,330
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Studio Apartments Available Dec 23Total Monthly Price
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$1,970
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$360
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$2,330
154 Broadway
154 BroadwaySomerville, MA 02145
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$2,330
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$1,970
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$360
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232 Newbury St
232 Newbury StBoston, MA 02116
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$1,970
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1284 Beacon St
1284 Beacon StBrookline, MA 02446
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$2,330
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1260 Boylston St
1260 Boylston StBoston, MA 02215
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,686 | $1,550 | $9,800 |
| Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,122 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,714 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,362 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 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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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
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72 / 100
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Transit is convenient for most trips
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Cambridge is at Boylston St, 40 listed at $1,517.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Cambridge is $4,234.
What is the largest Short-term Cambridge Apartment for rent?
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.
What is the average size for Cambridge Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Cambridge is currently at 572 sq ft.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Boston, MA
Written by: Amelia Ramstead
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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.
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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.