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Church Corner
10 Magazine StCambridge, MA 02139
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Third Square
285 3rd StCambridge, MA 02142
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now603 Concord
603 Concord AveCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,160
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$3,160
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88 Ames St, Unit FL16-ID44
88 Ames StCambridge, MA 02142
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark87 Apartments
87 New StCambridge, MA 02138
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115 Mt Auburn (Fully Furnished)
115 Mount Auburn StCambridge, MA 02138
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$2,900 - $14,315
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Twenty20
20 Child StCambridge, MA 02141
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$2,730
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 16Total Monthly Price
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$2,360
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$370
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$2,730
19 Forest St, Unit FL3-ID345
19 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPark77 Apartments
77 New StCambridge, MA 02138
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowLofts at Kendall Square
195 Binney StCambridge, MA 02142
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Fuse
165 Cambridgepark DrCambridge, MA 02140
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Elevate
One Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$2,520
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$2,520
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$2,520
17 Forest St, Unit FL2-ID64
17 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,444 - $6,455
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Market Central
425 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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$2,427 - $3,117
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$2,362 - $3,052
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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 Jan 1, 2026Cambridge Ivy Inn
50-52 Irving StCambridge, MA 02138
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$3,980
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 25, 20281 Leighton St
1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,970
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 2, 20281 Leighton St
1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,935
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$3,560
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$375
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$3,935
240 Sidney St
240 Sidney StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,910
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Studio Apartments Available Mar 16, 20291 Leighton St
1 Leighton StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,875
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 4Total Monthly Price
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$3,460
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$415
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$3,875
1 Whittemore Ave
1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,870
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 261 Whittemore Ave
1 Whittemore AveCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,700
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 31, 202618 Forest St
18 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,240
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$355
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5 Glassworks Ave
5 Glassworks AveCambridge, MA 02141
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Studio Apartments Available Oct 26Total Monthly Price
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$3,190
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$395
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$3,585
21 Charles St
21 Charles StCambridge, MA 02141
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$3,570
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23632 Massachusetts Ave
632 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 22, 2026129 Franklin St
129 Franklin StCambridge, MA 02139
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$3,530
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1, 202618 Forest St
18 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$3,520
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 1, 202690 Fawcett St
90 Fawcett StCambridge, MA 02138
88 Ames St
CambridgeMA02142
2 Leighton St
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$3,330
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$2,960
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19 Forest St
19 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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$2,940
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812 Memorial Dr
812 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02139
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812 Memorial Dr
812 Memorial DrCambridge, MA 02139
129 Franklin St
CambridgeMA02139
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 202617 Forest St
17 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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10 Glassworks AveCambridge, MA 02141
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2 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 23632 Massachusetts Ave
632 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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10 Essex St
10 Essex StCambridge, MA 02139
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10 Essex St
10 Essex StCambridge, MA 02139
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632 Massachusetts Ave
632 Massachusetts AveCambridge, MA 02139
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 4, 202618 Forest St
18 Forest StCambridge, MA 02140
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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 | $2,703 | $1,200 | $8,572 |
| Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,099 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,733 | $375 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,215 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,053 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,209 | $975 | $10,000+ |
| Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,271 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
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Walk Score®
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Daily errands do not require a car
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97 / 100
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Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
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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 $4,228.
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 582 sq ft.
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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.
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