
Low Income Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, MA Under $4,900 (17 Rentals)


Chapman Arms
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Briston Arms Apartments

525 LINC

Reservoir Towers
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Babcock Tower

Walter Huntington Apartments
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Parker Hill Apartments

The Charlestown - Senior Residences 62+
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Residences at Brighton Marine

Bowdoin School
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Maverick Landing
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Cambridge Studio Apartments | $2,684 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,230 | $800 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,820 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,249 | $1,025 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,028 | $925 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,898 | $875 | $10,000+ |
Cambridge 6 Bedroom Apartments | $7,193 | $825 | $10,000+ |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Low Income Cambridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in Cambridge?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in Cambridge is at Residences at Brighton Marine listed at $1,333.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in Cambridge is $3,157.
What is the largest Low Income Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a 1,730 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Village At Brookline.
What is the average size for Cambridge Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in Cambridge is currently at 589 sq ft.
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